Civil Engineering Director – Structures

JT Engineering•Eau Claire, WI

About The Position

Ready to elevate your career? Let's make it happen together. JT is on a growth spree, and we're on the lookout for a talented Director of Structures to join our team throughout Wisconsin. You'll get to lead projects, show off your skills, and shape our services. This role offers a variety of civil engineering experiences and the chance to make a real difference in our communities. If you're seeking career growth, a vibrant company culture, and great relationships, this opportunity is for you. We're hiring for our Green Bay, Madison, Milwaukee, and Eau Claire, WI offices. The ideal candidate will have expertise in leading business group for bridge, retaining wall, and box culvert design. This role plays a key role across JT's municipal, transportation, and site development groups. Visit our website to learn about our people, culture, and community impact.

Requirements

A Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university with 12+ years of experience in structural engineering
A Professional Engineer (PE) License in the State of Wisconsin or ability to obtain PE
Experience managing structural engineering design projects and design staff
Knowledge of Federal, State, and local regulations and permitting
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Solid organizational and time management skills
To be self-disciplined/motivated who also works well in a team environment
A valid driver's license and reliable transportation to worksites, meetings with clients, and attend conferences
To be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, restrictions, or need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located
To occasionally travel out-of-town and overnight for professional development and/or project-related work

Responsibilities

Developing, implementing, and tracking a business plan for the structures group that supports JT’s growth
Coordinating long-term strategic pursuits
Communicating directly with clients to ensure satisfaction and retention
Determining staffing needs, assisting in the recruitment and retention of staff
Working with executive team to coordinate service line plan alignment with company goals
Working with internal staff to ensure projects meet established deadlines, specifications, budgets, and client expectations
Succession planning for all service line staff/positions
Managing, mentoring, and assisting staff with individual development
Responsible for developing and managing overall service line budget, including:
Oversight/tracking of all project budgets/profitability
Company/service line overhead (including coordination across service lines)
Review/approval of contracts and proposals
Identify capital purchases and software needs
Coordination and approval of staff training
Marketing/Business Development
Tracking and forecasting service line backlog
Oversight/tracking of all service line project schedules

Benefits

JT offers competitive salaries, comprehensive insurance, strong retirement plans, performance incentives, professional development, wellness programs, and more, all aimed at creating an exceptional work environment.
We provide quarterly incentive bonuses to compensate our salaried employees for the extra effort they make to achieve our goals
JT believes all employees share in the success of our hard work and in achieving our goals, resulting with our annual bonus program
We offer highly competitive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Our 401K retirement savings plan , with a generous company match, starts on your first date of hire
You’re given a generous amount of annual paid time off and nine paid holidays
We understand the importance of volunteering for a cause close to your heart, so JT offers paid Community Service Hours
We provide group/individual technical and leadership training to all our employees to foster the culture we have created at JT, to ensure we provide development opportunities to our employees
We encourage our employees to remain healthy, both inside and outside of work, with a robust wellness program available to all employees
We believe in our “Work Hard, Play Harder” philosophy of let’s have fun while at work and outside of work by hosting company social events
We partake in meaningful philanthropic opportunities in the communities in which we work and live, including participation in our annual initiative with The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society – Wisconsin Chapter
We provide a flexible work environment that allows employees to maintain a healthy work/life balance
Our employees enjoy a business casual dress code to remain comfortable throughout the day
With four office locations in Wisconsin, we offer our employees internal service lines and office transfer options as they grow in their careers
JT has a strong collaborative work environment , allowing employees to feel fully supported