Director of Civil Engineering

About the role

The Director of Civil Engineering leads, coaches, and develops the Engineering team, focusing on civil infrastructure management, construction standards, and asset lifecycle planning. This role oversees the design, operation, and maintenance of civil systems, manages capital improvement projects, and ensures compliance with engineering standards, local building codes, environmental regulations, and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the Engineering team
• Oversee the design, operation, and maintenance of civil systems, including water supply and distribution, wastewater and sewage treatment, stormwater management, roadways, grading, and site improvements
• Supervise facility-wide maintenance operations
• Manage capital improvement projects, including site development, infrastructure upgrades, and expansions
• Coordinate with architects, consultants, and contractors to ensure projects comply with engineering standards, local building codes, environmental regulations, and industry best practices
• Develop and oversee preventative maintenance programs for civil assets
• Perform inspections, surveys, and condition assessments of infrastructure systems
• Monitor contractor performance and vendor relationships related to site work, utilities, and infrastructure services
• Prepare and manage departmental budgets, including capital expenditures (CapEx) and infrastructure investment forecasting
• Ensure 24/7 operational readiness, including emergency response related to infrastructure failures, environmental events, and safety risks
• Act as Life Safety Director, ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental, and civil engineering-related regulations (OSHA, EPA, local authorities)
• Lead initiatives related to water/sewer compliance, stormwater permitting, erosion control, and environmental sustainability
• Support long-term master planning efforts, including land development, zoning considerations, and infrastructure expansion strategies
• Recruit, train, develop, and evaluate staff, ensuring strong technical competency and alignment with organizational goals

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
• 5–10+ years of progressive experience in civil engineering, infrastructure management, or site development, including leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of water and wastewater systems, stormwater management and drainage design, site grading, erosion control, and land development
• Experience managing large-scale properties, campuses, resorts, or municipal infrastructure systems
• Experience leading teams of 30+ employees or cross-functional engineering teams
• Proficiency in asset management and maintenance systems (e.g., HotSOS) and Microsoft Office
• Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and contractor oversight
• Demonstrated ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and regulatory documents
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical reporting and presentations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with water/sewage systems and environmental compliance
• Familiarity with sustainability practices, infrastructure resilience, and risk mitigation strategies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
• 5–10+ years of progressive experience in civil engineering, infrastructure management, or site development, including leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of water and wastewater systems, stormwater management and drainage design, site grading, erosion control, and land development
• Experience managing large-scale properties, campuses, resorts, or municipal infrastructure systems
• Experience leading teams of 30+ employees or cross-functional engineering teams
• Proficiency in asset management and maintenance systems (e.g., HotSOS) and Microsoft Office
• Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and contractor oversight
• Demonstrated ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and regulatory documents
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical reporting and presentations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with water/sewage systems and environmental compliance
• Familiarity with sustainability practices, infrastructure resilience, and risk mitigation strategies

Skills

• Leadership and coaching skills
• Technical expertise in civil engineering
• Project management and budgeting skills
• Communication and reporting skills
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Interpretation of engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Compliance with local, state, and federal codes
• Environmental and sustainability practices

Benefits

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits offerings, including a competitive 401(k) program and paid time off. Housing, educational, and professional development support are also provided. Exclusive access to amenities like The Rec Center, The Market, The Pub, and the Wisteria associate community is available. Leadership at Nemacolin creates lasting impact by shaping teams, elevating standards, and building a culture of excellence where hospitality professionals flourish while delivering unforgettable guest experiences.

Pay

Up to $250,000/year

Schedule

N/A