Group Manager Roseville, California

Lumos & Associates – Group Manager (Civil Engineering)

Lumos & Associates, a leader in civil engineering, is opening a brand‑new office in Roseville, California. We are looking for a Group Manager to lead and grow our Civil Engineering practice in the Sacramento‑area.

We are known for our forward‑thinking approach and commitment to excellence. Our workplace fosters positive, engaging, and highly collaborative environments. Our core values are Stay Moving, Dip Down, Own It, Make It Right, and Take Pride
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The Group Manager will lead and expand the Engineering Division across our geographic service regions, developing client relationships, identifying business opportunities, managing projects, and mentoring a multidisciplinary team.

• You are charismatic, friendly, and approachable with deep appreciation for building long‑term relationships.
• You have an entrepreneurial spirit and drive to grow business through networking and project management.
• You are a natural leader who balances accountability, empathy, and motivation to guide the team to high‑quality outcomes.
• You thrive in collaborative environments, welcoming diverse perspectives and fostering teamwork.
• You lead with respect and integrity
  , communicating thoughtfully, listening actively, and treating all with fairness.
• You are trusted, reliable, and transparent, valuing others’ abilities and decisions.
• As a leader you inspire vision, foster teamwork, encourage innovation, and drive results while supporting growth.
• You empower others by encouraging autonomy, providing feedback, celebrating achievements, and supporting continuous development.

• Provide leadership in new business development and promote repeat/referral business.
• Formulate and recommend engineering policies and programs to improve competitive position.
• Act as liaison between division management and staff at all levels.
• Establish professional relationships with stakeholders, including clients and government agencies.
• Manage group backlog and identify staffing needs.
• Delegate work and distribute project load for efficient operation and work/life balance.
• Review and approve fee proposals and scopes of work.
• Oversee delivery of high‑quality projects and services.
• Prepare and present projects to local authorities (planning board, city council, etc.).
• Communicate business strategy and key results to operations staff.
• Mentor and coach staff, support career development, and promote positive employee relations.
• Participate in staff selection, recruitment, hiring, and training.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 10+ years in civil engineering consulting/project management.
• Experience managing civil engineering teams (supervision, training, coaching, hiring, termination).
• Registered Professional Engineer in California.
• Expertise in new business development and client proposals.
• Project management experience, prefer municipal infrastructure/public works.
• Computer proficiency; advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Team player able to lead strategy with persistent execution.
• Self‑starter who drives initiatives to grow the business in a fast‑paced environment.
• Results‑oriented track record with excellent time/project management and cost/benefit analysis.
• Experience building trust, empowering teams, and fostering cross‑functional cooperation.
• Valid driver’s license with no more than three demerit points.

The compensation range reflects the company’s reasonable expectation at the time of posting. Several factors influence individual compensation decisions.

California salary pay range:

$160,000 – $220,000 USD

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Company‑matched 401(k) with Roth provision
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Life insurance (company‑paid)
• Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance (company‑paid)
• Flexible Spending Account / Health Savings Account
• Culture promoting work‑life balance, professional development, and community involvement
• And more!

At Lumos & Associates we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. We are an equal opportunity employer and a Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of veteran status, disabilities, or any other protected characteristic.