Civil Engineering Principal

Position Overview

As a Civil Engineering Principal for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC), you will collaborate with the Office Civil Practice Lead and Operations Lead to grow the Civil Practice in our Cleveland, Ohio office. You will develop strong relationships with prospective and existing clients, guide external stakeholders through the regulatory environment, and ensure technical excellence on your projects. In this role, you will develop and review proposals and project budgets, manage and mentor a team of engineers and project managers, and perform final quality control/assurance while also recruiting and fostering professional development and guiding office initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Guide and lead a team of engineers through multi-faceted civil engineering projects and business development initiatives.
• Develop and review project proposals and budgets.
• Recruit, mentor, and conduct annual reviews to foster professional growth.
• Navigate and explain regulatory environments to ensure technical excellence.
• Collaborate with senior management on office and corporate initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in civil engineering.
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
• Ohio P.E. is required.
• Expertise in technical design including site layout, grading, stormwater management, erosion & sedimentation control, and site utility design.
• Established client base with the ability to develop business for CEC.
• Strong relationships with industry professionals and regulators.
• Proven experience in managing and developing a consulting engineering team.
• Experience with diverse projects such as commercial land development, renewable energy/power generation, industrial/manufacturing development, natural gas projects, and public-sector projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership roles within professional industry groups.
• In‐depth understanding of local and state land development regulations, including zoning, stormwater management, and erosion & sedimentation control.
• A portfolio of past projects highlighting key design elements along with demonstrated ability to build relationships and mentor team members.

Benefits & Perks

• Matching 401(k)
• Profit Sharing
• Performance Bonus
• Company Stock
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Assistance
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Work-Life Balance