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Team Lead - Civil Engineering - Charleston, SC
Team Lead - Civil Engineering - Charleston, SC-October 2024
Charleston
Oct 21, 2026
About Team Lead - Civil Engineering - Charleston, SC

  Description

  Purpose

  The Team Leader will be expected to take on a leadership role within the engineering team to provide engineering and design services to clients and will coordinate with engineers, project managers, clients and other disciplines to deliver on schedule and on budget projects. Train and mentor junior staff in their office as well as manage workload for the team. Lead engineering and production team through the planning and design of civil engineering projects.

  Key Responsibilities

  Leadership and Direction

  Receive broad guidance from senior-level management relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters and general parameters for execution. Manage people and processes to ensure effective execution. Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.At the Operational and Company Level

  Assist with marketing of the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships with existing developers, builders, and government agencies.

  Be able to execute through administration, technical and management techniques on multiple projects to ensure the successful completion, on time and within budget.

  Effectively execute project contracts and develop internal staff.

  Assist in developing processes and provide input on achieving company and office operational excellence while growing their region and office.

  Keep informed of new methods and developments affecting the organization and recommend new practices or changes in emphasis of programs.

  Represent the organization and maintain liaison with individuals and related organizations.

  Drive the profitability and growth of projects.

  Do the Work

  Apply knowledge and expertise acquired through progressive experience to resolve crucial issues and/or unique conditions.

  Manage competing demands and establish priorities for staff.

  Be responsible for client interaction, including preparation of new contract proposals, change orders, attending or leading project meetings.

  Lead and manage current project teams from bid until completion, while looking to obtain future business and performing own project duties.

  Mentor and direct junior staff, coordinate with project managers, and be responsible for goal setting and performance management of engineering team.

  Review project changes, pending or anticipated alterations to the contract, additional work requests, and all other factors, which may significantly affect staffing requirements or budget

  Provide technical assistance in the resolution of design problems including field investigation or inspections, detailed design work, detailed review of design computations done by others and general coordination of design aspects

  May act as the technical specialist for the organization in the application of advanced concepts, principles, and methods in an assigned area.

  Success Metrics and Competencies

  Ideal candidate will consistently demonstrate...

  Flexibility, tact, and excellent interpersonal skills. 

  Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.

  High degree of discretion and ability to manage highly confidential information.

  High level of motivation and a problem-solving attitude.

  Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.

  Effective verbal and written communication skills.

  Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.

  Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work and attention to detail.

  Aspiration to grow professionally and advance within the company.

  Ability to lead project meetings and deliver client presentations.

  Ability to work effectively with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.

  Commitment to becoming a “citizen” of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.

  Commitment to working in partnership with others inside and outside the organization.

  Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.

  Outstanding client management skills.

  Commitment to driving profitability and growth.

  Ability to be a self-starter with strong marketing/business development skills.

  Focus on improving return on investment.

  Understanding and accurate interpretation of financial reports and metrics.

  Data analysis and interpretation skills.

  A thorough understanding of business and financial principles in a consulting business.

  A thorough understanding of municipal codes and regulations.

  A proven track record of innovation, leadership and creativity.

  Strong demonstrated project management and communication skills.

  Ability to collaborate and team up with stakeholders across the organization to successfully facilitate the execution of proposals, contracts, and other agreements.

  Proficient technical and computer skills, to include successfully conducting virtual meetings with staff and/or clients.

  Proven marketing and business development skills.

  Ability to collaborate and team well across offices and be able to facilitate agreements.

  Demonstrated technical experience with a wide range of civil projects and experience serving clients.

  Demonstrated experience with processing land development projects in relevant counties/municipalities.

  Ability to lead and develop an engineering and project management team.

  Education, Work Experience, Licensure/Certifications, and Technical Requirements

  Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.

  Licensed Professional Engineer.

  Ten or more (10+) years of engineering or related land development experience to include a minimum of five (5) years managing multiple complex large scale land development projects (commercial, residential, municipal).

  Experience with water/wastewater systems, water treatment, water distribution, pump stations and operations.

  Demonstrated proficiency with computer applications and civil engineering design software such as AutoCAD and/or Civil3D or similar design software required.

  Physical Demands and Working Environment

  Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include exposure to bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.

  Mobility around an office environment.

  Some outdoor work environment which may include exposure to outside weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.

  Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

  Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

  Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.

  Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.

  Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.

  Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

  Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

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  Qualifications

  Behaviors

  Preferred

  Team Player: Works well as a member of a groupMotivations

  Preferred

  Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibilityEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

  The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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