CEI Division Manager

ESP Associates•Raleigh, NC

About The Position

ESP Associates, Inc. is seeking a CEI Division Manager to lead its CEI/CM services for transportation projects in the public and private sectors and help expand the service line in North Carolina. The manager will work closely with ESP’s Transportation Services Leader, client managers, teaming partners, and other key team members, leading established groups of engineers and inspectors. The role oversees strategic plan implementation, personnel management, project management processes, operational administration, and business development for CEI and CM services. The manager will lead business planning and marketing, meet financial targets, support client needs, and advance the firm’s growth and production strategy. The position also involves representing ESP to external entities, mentoring CEI leaders and state leaders, managing client relationships, and supporting team development. ESP describes its workplace as a multidisciplinary team environment, with flexible work schedules and a fluid work environment. The company offers opportunities to take part in team outings, volunteer events, step challenges, summer celebrations, and other activities. Regular travel to field and office sites is expected.

Requirements

15 or more years of experience in Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) within the transportation industry.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office products and PDF software.
Understanding of DOT process systems.
Proven transportation business development experience and a strong 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 preparing submittals.
Must pass a drug screen and background check and have a satisfactory driving record according to ESP policy.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
Professional Engineer license in North Carolina.

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.
Recommend 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 in 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% on the first 3% and 50% on the next 2%; eligibility after 60 days.
Paid Time Off (PTO).
10 paid holidays.
Volunteer Time Off (VTO) of 4 hours 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.