Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Newark , NJ 07101
Posted 2 weeks ago
Overview
ABOUT THE POSITION
Director of Civil Engineering | New Jersey
VHB is seeking a Director of Civil Engineering, seller-doer, to join our dynamic, well established Northeast Civil Engineering practice and be an integral part of our growth in New Jersey as a Practice Builder. The client base is state and local public agencies, private real estate developers, and Higher Education/Institutional Campuses. The position offers opportunity in expanding and continuing to shape the group.
Responsibilities
Build and lead a team producing and delivering civil design projects from inception through the construction administration phase
Lead business development efforts, bringing new project opportunities; prepare and manage proposal submissions
Carry out supervisory responsibilities, including planning, assigning, and directing work; evaluating performance; coaching and mentoring; and resolving staffing problems
Oversee pre-design project planning and technical task management
Knowledge of City, State, and Federal permitting
Manage the development of technical design team
Assist with strategy for expansion of civil services in NJ
Monitor department financial performance
Attend and lead meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders
Attend VHB Leadership meetings, reporting on staff, workload, financial performance, and project performance
Participate in professional organizations that promote relationships with clients and teaming partners
Skills and Attributes
Exhibits strong leadership skills
Strong computer skills (MS Office)
Strong and collaborative work ethic
Excels working in a team environment
Self-motivated and strong interpersonal skills
Attention to detail, ability to multitask and to think critically
Substantial technical and project management experience
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Advanced knowledge of contractual documents
Advanced knowledge of local and state regulations governing civil design
Demonstrated ability to partner, influence, consult, and collaborate with all levels within the organization
Superb skills in project and client relationship management and collaborative problem solving with stakeholders, clients, and team members
Software experience: GIS/MicroStation/AutoCAD, a plus
Qualifications
We are VHB! We're an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.
Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:
Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
Focus on learning, development, and career growth
Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace
We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We're growing, and we hope you'll join us!
VHB is a proud Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion-supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. All individuals receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications without discrimination for race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.
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