CEI Division Manager

ESP Associates, Inc.•Morrisville, NC

About The Position

ESP Associates, Inc. is seeking a CEI Division Manager to lead its CEI/CM services for transportation projects serving public and private sector clients, and to help expand the service line in North Carolina. The manager collaborates with ESP’s Transportation Services Leader, client managers, teaming partners, and other team members. The role leads established groups of engineers and inspectors and oversees strategic plan implementation, personnel management, project management processes, operational administration, and business development for CEI and CM services. The position works with company leaders to meet client needs, lead business planning and marketing efforts, meet financial targets, and advance the firm’s growth and production strategy. The ideal candidate is an outgoing and determined leader who can foster growth and development within the work program. ESP describes its workplace as a multidisciplinary team environment, with flexible work schedules and a fluid work environment intended to respect personal time. The company offers opportunities to connect with coworkers through team outings, volunteer events, company-wide step challenges, summer celebrations, and friendly competitions. Regular travel to field and office sites is required.

Requirements

15+ years of experience in Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) within the transportation industry.
Basic knowledge of MS Office products and PDF software.
Understanding of DOT process systems.
Proven business development experience in transportation, with a strong track record of growth and project success.
Willingness to travel regularly, including to field and office sites.
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to generate new business opportunities.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Strong technical writing skills for submittal preparation.
Must pass a drug screen and background check and have a satisfactory driving record according to ESP policy.

Nice To Haves

BS in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
Professional Engineer license in North Carolina preferred.

Responsibilities

Generate business opportunities with existing and prospective clients.
Cultivate and sustain client relationships while exploring new business avenues.
Mentor CEI leaders to support successful project completion.
Ensure client contracts are fulfilled and financial performance goals are met.
Direct and manage CEI/CM leaders.
Communicate high-level concepts effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Collaborate with company leaders to support and lead business development activities.
Represent ESP to external entities and build client relationships.
Make recommendations on human resource actions and lead personnel forecasting, recruiting, and onboarding.
Negotiate contracts with clients and subconsultants.
Ensure proper project setup and financial management.
Use the Client Relationship Manager (CRM) for accurate reporting and tracking of business opportunities.
Review and act on financial reports, accounts receivable reports, performance metrics, and related information.
Mentor state leaders on proposal management and foster team development.
Identify team skills and knowledge gaps and address them through internal and external training opportunities.
Oversee strategic plan implementation, personnel management, project management processes, operational administration, and business development for CEI and CM services.

Benefits

Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews and discretionary annual bonuses.
401(k) Traditional and Roth plans with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2%; eligibility after 60 days.
Paid time off and 10 paid holidays.
Four hours of volunteer time off each year, prorated during the first year based on hire date.
Tiered health, vision, and dental insurance options; eligibility after 30 days.
Behavioral medicine through Teladoc.
Employer-paid short-term disability insurance.
Long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Pet insurance.
Education reimbursement opportunities.
Flexible and dependent benefits plan.
Referral bonuses.
Flexible work schedules.