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Public Works Division Manager

Civil Science · Fargo, ND · 1 mo ago
On-siteFull-time

About Civil Science

Civil Science is a 100% employee-owned engineering firm with over 40 years of expertise. Our team of engineers, surveyors, planners, and technicians partners with clients across the public and private sectors to deliver innovative and impactful public works solutions. We value collaboration, excellence, and entrepreneurial spirit, offering unmatched opportunities for leadership, mentorship, and career growth.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Public Works Division Manager to build and lead our growing public works division across North Dakota. This role offers autonomy to shape strategy, mentor a talented team, drive business growth, and build real ownership in the firm while delivering innovative public works solutions that strengthen communities. This can be a remote role, but applicants must be based in North Dakota due to business requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Set strategic direction for the public works division, aligned with company goals.
  • Lead division-level planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking.
  • Drive division-level quality, risk management, and safety compliance.
  • Develop staff through mentoring, hiring, and company performance management programs.
  • Represent Civil Science in municipal, regional, and state forums and industry organizations.
  • Lead business development efforts for the ND public works market, including identifying new clients, pursuing strategic opportunities, and overseeing proposal development.
  • Monitor municipal funding cycles and position the division for upcoming opportunities.
  • Cultivate long-term relationships with agencies, councils, and community partners.

Requirements

  • Professional Engineer License (PE) in North Dakota.
  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
  • 12+ years of experience with a strong technical background in public works and civil infrastructure projects, specifically involving water, sewer, storm sewer, and land development.
  • Proven ability to develop and sustain revenue-generating client relationships in the North Dakota public works market.
  • Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.
  • Ability to travel and meet client needs throughout North Dakota and potentially in surrounding states.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to pass both a criminal background check and driving record review.

Physical Requirements

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
  • Must be able to work on active construction sites, which may include uneven terrain, exposure to varying weather conditions, and moderate to high noise levels.
  • Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Benefits

  • Ownership in the firm through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
  • Three weeks of PTO and eight holidays.
  • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short/long-term disability.
  • Tuition reimbursement and 401K plan.
  • Flexible work arrangements to support work-life harmony.

Civil Science evaluates and determines on a case-by-case basis whether it is willing to sponsor an individual for a temporary or permanent work visa (e.g., E-3, H-1B, H-1B1, or TN visa status).

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