Civil Site Development Engineering Manager

Gridworks•Albuquerque, NM

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Civil Site Development Engineering Manager for Utility-Scale Solar / BESS Projects Are you a detail-oriented professional motivated by the positive impact of renewable energy on our economy and environment? Do you thrive in a work environment that rewards insight, expertise, and growth? Are you meticulous in designing detailed site plans including grading, drainage, utilities and access points for utility-scale solar and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects? We are seeking an experienced Civil Site Development Engineering Manager to join our dynamic team! Ideally based in Albuquerque, NM, this role is perfect for someone with a passion for sustainable energy solutions and a strong background in civil engineering with a focus on site development. This is primarily an office-based position with some travel to sites required only as needed. About the Company Established in 2014, Gridworks is a leading EPC contractor for utility-scale solar and battery storage projects. Primarily operating across the southwest, we are expanding into other regions. With 2 GW of solar and battery energy storage projects, we are well positioned for continued success in the rapidly growing clean energy sector.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related field (master’s degree preferred).
10+ years of progressive experience in civil/site development for utility-scale solar and/or infrastructure projects.
5+ years of Stamping experience in multiple states. Acting as EOR for Civil.
Demonstrated experience in managing site development for large-scale energy projects, including grading, drainage, permitting, and access.
Strong understanding of geotechnical engineering principles and experience interpreting geotechnical and hydrology reports.
Proficient with design and modeling software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, HydroCAD, HEC-RAS, and other civil site tools.
Familiarity with permitting requirements across various jurisdictions and environmental regulatory agencies.
OSHA 10-hour Required, OSHA 30-hour certification Preferred.
Exceptional organizational and communication skills with the ability to work both independently and in cross-functional teams.
Professional Engineering (PE) license required.

Responsibilities

Lead the site development engineering strategy for utility-scale solar and BESS projects, from early-stage feasibility through construction hand-off.
Take the lead in preparing in-house Preliminary Hydrology Reports and Civil Sets for various PV/BESS projects in development.
Develop and oversee detailed site layout plans including grading, stormwater management, hydrology, utilities, access roads, and drainage systems.
Act as a technical lead and internal consultant, providing engineering guidance and resolving complex civil/site-related challenges across multiple active projects.
Manage and coordinate geotechnical investigations, interpret findings for design input, and ensure constructability of proposed solutions.
Oversee permitting efforts, interacting with AHJs, environmental consultants, and landowners to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal requirements.
Mentor junior engineers and assist in assigning design tasks to internal or external civil engineering resources.
Work cross-functionally with development, procurement, construction, and legal teams to align site engineering activities with overall project timelines and business objectives.
Contribute to proposal and estimating efforts, providing input on civil scopes, cost, and schedule risks.
Develop standard design templates, checklists, and SOPs to improve efficiency and consistency across projects.
Track site design progress, anticipate roadblocks, and ensure timely resolution to avoid downstream schedule delays.
Evaluate construction feedback, conduct lessons learned reviews, and incorporate improvements into future site development workflows.
Provide Earthwork and Stormwater quantity estimates for the Utility Scale Solar and BESS sites based on AHJ requirements for Bidding activities.