Civil Engineering Practice Leader - Southern Idaho

About the role

Lumos & Associates is seeking an experienced Southern Idaho Civil Engineering Practice Leader to lead and grow the Civil Engineering practice in Idaho from our Boise office.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development efforts and promote repeat and referral business with existing and prospective clients.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, government agencies, allied professionals, and subconsultants.
• Participate in networking events, business development meetings, and industry-related opportunities.
• Develop, review, provide guidance on, and direct responses to SOQs, RFPs, and RFQs.
• Manage client projects from start to finish, ensuring high-quality service and successful project outcomes.
• Oversee project delivery for a variety of civil engineering projects, including municipal infrastructure, public works, water, wastewater, stormwater, transportation, and site development projects.
• Develop, review and approve fee proposals and scopes of work prepared by the group.
• Manage group backlog and identify current and future staffing needs.
• Oversee delegation of work and distribution of project load to support efficiency, quality, and a healthy work/life balance.
• Prepare and present projects to local authorities, including planning boards, city councils, and staff review committees.
• Communicate business strategy, priorities, and key results to operations staff.
• Facilitate regular staff meetings to promote open, transparent, and consistent communication.
• Recruit, hire, mentor, coach, and support the professional development of engineering staff.
• Promote positive employee relations, support team building, and help resolve employee issues when needed.
• Formulate and recommend engineering policies and programs that support the organization’s competitive position and long-term growth.
• Serve as a liaison between division leadership, executive leadership, and operations staff regarding decisions, policies, procedures, and performance expectations.
• Support other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of proven experience in civil engineering consulting, project management, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience managing civil engineering projects and client relationships in Idaho.
• Prior experience managing, supervising, training, coaching, developing, and motivating engineering teams.
• Proven success developing new business opportunities and supporting client proposals.
• Experience with Idaho municipal infrastructure, public works, water, wastewater, stormwater, transportation, or site development projects preferred.
• Experience presenting projects to local agencies, boards, councils, or review committees preferred.
• Strong understanding of consulting operations, project delivery, client service, backlog management, and staffing needs.
• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university with an emphasis in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Registered Professional Engineer in Idaho.

Leadership Qualities

• Charismatic, approachable, and relationship-focused with clients and colleagues.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong drive to grow the business.
• Proven leader who balances accountability, empathy, and motivation.
• Collaborative and open to diverse perspectives and teamwork.
• Leads with integrity, respect, and clear communication.
• Trusted, transparent, and reliable, with a strong appreciation for others’ contributions.
• Empowers teams through autonomy, feedback, recognition, and support.
• Self-motivated and comfortable leading initiatives in a dynamic, fast-paced, and deadline-driven environment.

Skills & Requirements

• Strong project management, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to apply cost/benefit analysis to requested projects and business decisions.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead strategy and execute consistently.
• Ability to build trust, encourage cross-functional cooperation, and support a highly engaged team environment.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record with 3 or fewer demerit points.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
• Generous company matched 401(k) plan with a Roth provision
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Eight (8) paid holidays
• Life insurance (company paid)
• Short and long-term disability insurance (company paid)
• Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Accounts
• Culture that provides work-life balance, and professional development and is community driven
• And much more!