Transportation Design Division Manager - Fargo

Civil Science is looking for a driven and strategic Transportation Design Division Manager to lead and grow our transportation design practice in North Dakota

*** This can be a remote role, but applicants must be based in North Dakota due to business requirements.***
This is more than a leadership role - it's an opportunity to shape the direction of a division, influence how transportation projects are delivered, and build a high-performing team in a growing market. You'll play a key role in delivering impactful projects while helping expand our transportation presence and reputation.
We're seeking a licensed engineer who thrives in a client-facing leadership role - someone who can balance technical excellence with operational oversight. This role requires a leader who can guide project managers, oversee multiple projects, drive quality, and contribute to business development and division growth.
At Civil Science, you won't just lead - you'll have a stake in what we're building. As a 100% employee-owned company
, every success is shared. Our culture is grounded in our CORE values-Community, Ownership, Relationships, and Excellence- giving you the platform to grow your career and play a key role in shaping the future of our transportation division.

• Lead and manage the Transportation Design Division, including project managers and design staff

• Oversee multiple transportation design projects, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget performance

• Serve as a senior client contact for transportation-related work

• Support and drive business development efforts, including client relationships and pursuits

• Collaborate with leadership to grow the transportation division and expand market presence

• Mentor and develop staff, fostering a strong team culture and technical excellence

• Ensure consistent application of QA/QC processes and high-quality project delivery

• Balance strategic leadership with hands-on involvement in project oversight

• Strong leadership and division management experience

• Proven ability to oversee multiple projects and lead project managers

• Experience in transportation design and infrastructure projects

• Ability to balance technical work with operational and strategic responsibilities

• Strong client relationship and business development skills

• Excellent communication, mentoring, and team-building abilities

• Demonstrated ability to drive quality and consistency across projects

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required

• Professional Engineer (PE) license for North Dakota required

• 10+ years of experience in transportation design or related infrastructure

• Experience managing teams and leading complex projects

• Strong understanding of project management principles (budgeting, scheduling, QA/QC)

• Experience working with NDDOT and/or public agency clients

• Proficiency in relevant design and production tools

• Experience leading a division or specialty group within an engineering firm

• Proven track record of implementing new tools, processes, or innovations

• Active involvement in industry organizations or technical committees

• Business development experience, including proposals and client engagement

• Experience working across multiple offices or disciplines

• Ownership in Your Future:At Civil Science, we're proud to be a 100% employee-owned firm. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), you'll have the chance to grow your career and save for retirement.

• Room to Grow:Say goodbye to corporate red tape. Our agile structure empowers you to take ownership of projects, explore new roles, and accelerate your career.

• Work-Life Harmony:Your time outside of work matters. We offer flexibility to ensure…