Bridge Engineering Section Manager | $131K–$180K
About The Position
The Bridge Engineering Section Manager is responsible for business development, financial success, and managing department staff at the local level. This onsite position is located in Lexington, Kentucky. Work takes place in a general office environment and is generally sedentary, though occasional standing and walking may be required. Office lighting and temperature are adequate, with no hazardous or unpleasant conditions from noise, dust, or similar factors. The manager coordinates strategic growth plans with office managers and practice leaders, develops market presence through marketing and business development, and leads or contributes to proposal production. The role manages the department’s budget and resource allocation, establishes staffing needs, and serves as a technical resource to project managers and technical staff. It also includes hiring, performance reviews, and ongoing coaching and development of team members. Compensation is $131,000–$180,000. The employer offers medical, dental, and vision insurance; company-paid life and disability insurance; paid time off and holidays; paid caregiver leave; a 401(k) plan with traditional and Roth options; an Employee Stock Ownership Plan; and career development programs. Relocation assistance is not provided.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an accredited program.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- At least 10 years of experience in the bridge engineering discipline.
- Project management experience.
- Business development experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with local clients at the county and state levels.
- Supervisory experience.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate strategic growth plans with office managers and practice leaders.
- Establish and grow market presence through marketing and business development.
- Lead and contribute to the production of proposals.
- Manage the department’s financial budget and allocate resources.
- Establish resource staffing needs for the section.
- Serve as a technical expertise resource to project managers and technical staff.
- Interview and hire staff for the section.
- Perform staff performance reviews based on input from project managers on assigned teams.
- Lead and manage team members through continuous performance management.
- Set expectations and goals, provide feedback, conduct one-on-one meetings, and coach team members to support their growth and development.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Company-paid life and disability insurance.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid caregiver leave program.
- 401(k) retirement plan with traditional and Roth options.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
- Career development programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
