Sr. Engineer

About the role

This position is a senior level position with the opportunity to maintain and develop Apex’s Municipal services for public and private clients. Individual will be responsible for managing and growing Apex’s Municipal services in the Minnesota (MN) and/or North Dakota (ND) markets.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of client relationships.
• Discuss clients potential project opportunities, details of RFPs and contract reviews.
• Establish and maintain key strategic partnerships to effectively win work and deliver quality municipal and infrastructure design and construction services.
• Collaborate with other sector leaders within the company regarding pursuits and staffing.
• Follow and maintain strategic plan initiatives and goals for the Mn and/or ND municipal sector and the company.
• Demonstrate a strong ability to mentor project engineers in areas of contract development, project profitability and risk management.
• Participate in business development and marketing activities related to municipal services with potential new clients and existing municipal clients.
• Attend appropriate conferences and professional seminars as deemed necessary to further Apex’s mission to grow MN and/or ND municipal services.
• Coordinate and direct project pursuit efforts by participating in prospecting, proposals and performance for specific projects that have the potential to have significant impact on the sector’s revenue.
• Participate in municipal leadership team meetings.
• Responsible for hiring and recruiting strategic positions that meet the company or sector growth goals.
• Utilize effective communication skills required in settings such as public meetings and professional seminars, etc.
• Provide the Municipal Sector Leader with financial and progress reports on MN and/or ND Municipal related operations.
• Keep abreast of the latest civil engineering technical advancements, technology, and concepts in the MN and/or ND Municipal market and make recommendations to the Municipal Sector Leader as appropriate.
• Think independently and make rational judgment calls under the direction of the Municipal Sector Leader.
• Understand and follow company employee handbook and mandated safety policies.
• Work independently and collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Participate in professional organizations and community leadership programs.
• Travel and out-of-town stays may be required.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, with 10+ years of municipal engineering experience and a minimum of 7 years project management experience, predominantly in the State of MN and/or ND.
• A licensed engineer to practice engineering within the State of MN and/or ND.
• Experience and working knowledge preferred in municipal engineering, construction, and public works/utilities in MN and/or ND.
• Experience and working knowledge with public agencies located in Minnesota and/or North Dakota.
• Experience with developing business and managing personnel in the consulting engineering industry is preferred.
• Involvement in appropriate professional organizations beneficial to Apex and the municipal sector.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D or other CADD-based civil design software is a plus.
• Proficient using Microsoft Windows/Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Detail orientated, self-motivated with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• A valid driver’s license is required or the ability to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate a computer under normal ergonomic office conditions.
• Must be able to clearly articulate both verbal and written communications.
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pound occasionally.
• May require prolonged periods of standing and walking to perform some of the typical tasks and duties.
• Must be able to work required hours in the office or offsite.

Pay

Base Salary Pay Range: $125k - $175k (Actual base pay is dependent on several factors, including experience, education, licensure, job location, and internal equity.)

Schedule

Frequent travel and out-of-town stays may be required.