Director of Civil Engineering, Nashville

Job Description

Job Description

W&A Engineering is a growing, multidisciplinary firm offering civil engineering, landscape architecture, surveying, and program management with offices across the Southeast. Known for our innovative design, efficient engineering, and professional service, W&A is the trusted partner of community leaders and developers driving sustainable growth throughout the United States. We are seeking a Director of Civil to oversee our civil department in Nashville, TN. This professional must have experience within the civil site design industry and be able to lead a team of engineers in addition to driving business within the market. From working with clients and across company departments to site visits to producing plans, you’ll be involved in many aspects of the land development process.

Roles and Responsibilities:
Establish goals and objectives for the department that align with the company’s overall mission statement
Lead and motivate a team of employees to achieve department goals
Plan and coordinate the overall work of the department
Oversee department and ensure that goals and objectives are met
Conduct performance evaluations that are timely and constructive
Provide staff training, development, and mentoring as needed
Participate in budget development and allocation of funds to ensure that departmental needs are met
Guide managers on implementing company initiatives and policies
Review and approve employee PTO requests, timesheets, and project billing
Create and implement SOPs that enhance production and the QA/QC process
Assess and report department progress to Leadership
Overall responsibility for progress and timeliness of projects
Review project reports to ensure projects are on schedule and within budget
Analyze department utilization and profitability
Participate in the proposal writing process
Actively participate in contract review and approval process
Allocate departmental resources to optimize productivity and ROI
Maintain awareness of industry and market trends
Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, specifications, and best practices
Company representative in networking, professional groups, and the community
Responsible for client satisfaction, management, and growth
Continue to develop professionally by maintaining technical proficiency, expanding licensure footprint, and participating in continuing education opportunities
Mitigate risk in the department
Lead and participate in EOS meetings and process
Billing/invoicing & collections
Work with HR to recruit additional staff as needed

Skills:
Aligns with company values: Committed, Accountable, Resourceful, Expanding, and Socially Responsible
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent managerial, supervisory, and leadership skills
Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Extensive technical knowledge of discipline
Strong understanding of industry standards, business operations, and regulatory requirements
Excellent interpersonal skills, including active listening, acceptance of feedback, and conflict resolution
Ability to have difficult conversations
Willing to accept & facilitate change
Open-minded and Inclusive
Promotes a growth mindset and adaptability
Demonstrates awareness and empathy in a positive manner
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications

Benefits Include:
Competitive Pay
Health insurance: medical, dental, and vision
Life insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with up to 4% company matching
Short & Long Term Disability
Paid Holidays and UNLIMITED Paid Time Off
Employee referral bonus
Generous parental leave policies

At Better Communities Collaborative we are Committed to building a more diverse, equitable and inclusive community. These values are at the core of who we are and central to our mission. We will hold ourselves Accountable in creating an environment that celebrates difference; we recognize that our differences are what makes us Resourceful, innovative, and ultimately stronger. We know that to Expand, attract and retain the best talent we must create a workplace where employees can be their authentic selves and know that their contributions are valued. We will strive to always be Socially Responsible and actively work to provide a safe space for respectfulness, equality, and “radical” candor.

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