Civil Engineering Manager

Overview

Headquartered in Raleigh, NC, Summit Design and Engineering Services, Inc. is a trusted partner to municipalities, state agencies, and private clients throughout the Southeast. Our firm is known for innovative, practical solutions that strengthen communities and create a lasting impact on the places where we live, work, and play. Collaboration and growth are the cornerstones of our success. We encourage professional development with enticing benefits, such as our student loan/tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time, and professional development assistance.

We are seeking an experienced Civil Engineering Manager to lead site development projects from concept through completion in our Westminster, Colorado office. This role combines deep technical expertise with team leadership, project management, and business development, including client engagement, proposal support, and growth of key accounts. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver who excels at mentoring high-performing teams, strengthening client relationships, and driving profitable, high-quality projects in a collaborative environment.

• Build and maintain strong client relationships by exceeding expectations through collaboration, responsiveness, and problem-solving
• Serve as a primary client contact, providing regular project updates, addressing concerns, and coordinating with stakeholders
• Prepare project proposals, including scope, schedules, and fee estimates
• Lead the execution of site civil projects, overseeing technical design, permitting, approvals, financial performance, and client coordination
• Ensure compliance with local jurisdictional requirements, entitlement processes, and permitting regulations
• Develop detailed project plans and monitor progress, schedules, and budgets to meet profitability goals
• Assign and manage workloads, schedules, and priorities for project teams
• Ensure department and individual QA/QC standards are followed consistently
• Mentor and lead staff to promote efficiency, quality, and professional growth
• Assist the Department Manager with the implementation and improvement of processes, procedures, and operational practices
• Advise the Department Manager on project-related operational and management matters
• Support business development efforts by maintaining existing client relationships and pursuing new opportunities through industry involvement, meetings, and events

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in site civil engineering and project management
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Colorado
• Advanced proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated design experience in site planning, layout, grading, storm drainage, stormwater management, utilities, erosion control, and landscaping
• Strong understanding of entitlement processes and local permitting requirements
• Proven experience managing projects, budgets, and multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Strong engineering judgment, analytical skills, and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to represent the organization externally
• Self-motivated, proactive, and solutions-oriented leadership style

Equal Opportunity Employer: Summit Design and Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. E-verify. A background check, including criminal and driving record checks, will be conducted once an offer has been accepted. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate. Many factors will be considered when a conviction is present.