Southern Idaho Civil Engineering Practice Leader

Lumos & Associates•Boise, ID

6h•Onsite

About The Position

Lumos & Associates is seeking an experienced Southern Idaho Civil Engineering Practice Leader to lead and grow our Civil Engineering practice in Idaho from our Boise office. The Practice Leader will be integral to the success of Lumos in the Idaho market. This is a unique opportunity for a motivated civil engineering leader to help expand Lumos’ presence in Idaho, develop lasting client relationships, lead meaningful infrastructure projects, and mentor a talented, multidisciplinary team. This role is ideal for someone with an entrepreneurial mindset, strong relationship-building skills, and proven experience in business development in Idaho and leading civil engineering teams in a consulting environment.

Requirements

10+ years of proven experience in civil engineering consulting, project management, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience managing civil engineering projects and client relationships in Idaho.
Prior experience managing, supervising, training, coaching, developing, and motivating engineering teams.
Proven success developing new business opportunities and supporting client proposals.
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university with an emphasis in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
Registered Professional Engineer in Idaho.
Strong project management, time management, and organizational skills.
Ability to apply cost/benefit analysis to requested projects and business decisions.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Strong communication skills with the ability to lead strategy and execute consistently.
Ability to build trust, encourage cross-functional cooperation, and support a highly engaged team environment.
Valid driver’s license and driving record with 3 or fewer demerit points.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Idaho municipal infrastructure, public works, water, wastewater, stormwater, transportation, or site development projects preferred.
Experience presenting projects to local agencies, boards, councils, or review committees preferred.
Strong understanding of consulting operations, project delivery, client service, backlog management, and staffing needs.

Responsibilities

Lead business development efforts and promote repeat and referral business with existing and prospective clients.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, government agencies, allied professionals, and subconsultants.
Participate in networking events, business development meetings, and industry-related opportunities.
Develop, review, provide guidance on, and direct responses to SOQs, RFPs, and RFQs.
Manage client projects from start to finish, ensuring high-quality service and successful project outcomes.
Oversee project delivery for a variety of civil engineering projects, including municipal infrastructure, public works, water, wastewater, stormwater, transportation, and site development projects.
Develop, review and approve fee proposals and scopes of work prepared by the group.
Manage group backlog and identify current and future staffing needs.
Oversee delegation of work and distribution of project load to support efficiency, quality, and a healthy work/life balance.
Prepare and present projects to local authorities, including planning boards, city councils, and staff review committees.
Communicate business strategy, priorities, and key results to operations staff.
Facilitate regular staff meetings to promote open, transparent, and consistent communication.
Recruit, hire, mentor, coach, and support the professional development of engineering staff.
Promote positive employee relations, support team building, and help resolve employee issues when needed.
Formulate and recommend engineering policies and programs that support the organization’s competitive position and long-term growth.
Serve as a liaison between division leadership, executive leadership, and operations staff regarding decisions, policies, procedures, and performance expectations.
Support other duties and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus
Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
Generous company matched 401(k) plan with a Roth provision
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Eight (8) paid holidays
Life insurance (company paid)
Short and long-term disability insurance (company paid)
Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Accounts
Culture that provides work-life balance, and professional development and is community driven
And much more!