Civil Engineering Department Manager

Work Arrangement: On-site, Omaha | NE

Join a flourishing, Midwest-based consulting practice that is expanding its footprint in land development. As Civil Engineering Department Manager you will steer multiple project teams, refine operational strategy, and champion a collaborative culture that delivers high-quality residential and commercial site solutions. Your leadership will accelerate growth across two offices while elevating the next generation of civil engineers.

What You’ll Do

• Translate corporate vision into actionable department goals and productivity metrics.
• Grow and guide a blended staff of project managers and design professionals through mentorship, workforce planning, and targeted hiring.
• Formalize best-in-class design procedures, QA/QC checkpoints, and cross-department workflows to improve speed and consistency.
• Strengthen industry relationships by representing the firm at professional societies and community events, opening doors to new private-sector developments.
• Oversee research initiatives aimed at unlocking new service lines, technologies, and process improvements.
• Present technical concepts to non-technical audiences, municipal boards, and client stakeholders, advancing project approvals and company visibility.

What You Bring

• PE licensure and 15 + years of progressive civil, environmental, or related engineering experience, including 5 + years leading multi-disciplinary teams.
• Proven track record managing schedules, budgets, and resources for concurrent land-development portfolios.
• Mastery of project-management tools, analytical problem-solving, and client-facing communication.
• People-first leadership style that fosters engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Bonus Points

• Graduate degree in engineering management or business.
• Nebraska PE or ability to obtain quickly.
• Prior P&L ownership of a technical business unit.

Total Rewards

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, generous PTO, and 401(k) with match.
• Career-long professional-development budget and clear advancement pathway.
• Culture rooted in mentorship, integrity, and community involvement.

About Blue Signal:  

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