Transportation Engineer - Division Manager (PE)

About the role

Civil Science is looking for a driven and strategic Transportation Design Division Manager to lead and grow our transportation design practice in North Dakota. This can be a remote role, but applicants must be based in North Dakota due to business requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Transportation Design Division, including project managers and design staff
• Oversee multiple transportation design projects, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget performance
• Serve as a senior client contact for transportation-related work
• Support and drive business development efforts, including client relationships and pursuits
• Collaborate with leadership to grow the transportation division and expand market presence
• Mentor and develop staff, fostering a strong team culture and technical excellence
• Ensure consistent application of QA/QC processes and high-quality project delivery
• Balance strategic leadership with hands-on involvement in project oversight

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and division management experience
• Proven ability to oversee multiple projects and lead project managers
• Experience in transportation design and infrastructure projects
• Ability to balance technical work with operational and strategic responsibilities
• Strong client relationship and business development skills
• Excellent communication, mentoring, and team-building abilities
• Demonstrated ability to drive quality and consistency across projects

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required
• Professional Engineer (PE) license for North Dakota required
• 10+ years of experience in transportation design or related infrastructure
• Experience managing teams and leading complex projects
• Strong understanding of project management principles (budgeting, scheduling, QA/QC)
• Experience working with NDDOT and/or public agency clients
• Proficiency in relevant design and production tools

What Will Help You Stand Out

• Experience leading a division or specialty group within an engineering firm
• Proven track record of implementing new tools, processes, or innovations
• Active involvement in industry organizations or technical committees
• Business development experience, including proposals and client engagement
• Experience working across multiple offices or disciplines

Pay

Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The role is full-time and remote.

Benefits

• Three weeks of paid vacation
• Eight paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) plan

About Civil Science

Civil Science isn’t just another engineering firm—we’re a 100% employee-owned company with over 40 years of expertise and a bold vision for the future. Our team of talented engineers, surveyors, planners, and technicians partners with clients across the public and private sectors to deliver innovative and impactful solutions.

Contact Information

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