Director of Civil Engineering - Land Development

Atwell • Sarasota, FL

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About The Position

Atwell, LLC is hiring a Director of Civil Engineering for its Land Development practice. The Director will lead business development initiatives, manage a team of engineers and support staff, and guide regional strategy for land development projects. The role involves overseeing projects from planning and design through execution and delivery while meeting quality, budget, timeline, and client-satisfaction expectations. The Director will also develop market-growth strategies, build client and industry relationships, and represent the company at industry events.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• At least 15 years of civil engineering experience focused on land development, including commercial and/or single-family detached (SFD) projects.
• Proven track record in business development and client relationship management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, including the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to develop and execute long-term plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of civil engineers and support staff.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment that supports professional growth and development.
• Oversee the planning, design, and execution of land development projects, ensuring quality, budget, and timeline requirements are met.
• Develop and execute regional strategies to drive growth and profitability in the land development market.
• Develop and implement business development plans to expand market presence and secure new land development projects.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, stakeholders, and industry partners.
• Identify and pursue business opportunities, including preparing proposals and presentations and conducting negotiations.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and meetings.
• Ensure successful delivery of land development projects from inception to completion.
• Coordinate with internal and external teams to support project execution and client satisfaction.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible work schedules available for some positions
• Tenure awards with travel vouchers
• Competitive compensation packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses, and peer recognition awards
• 401(k) match, 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan repayment
• Paid licensing and certification fees and renewals
• Financial rewards for obtaining licensure
• Employee referral rewards
• Annual wellness reimbursement
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Family planning and IVF benefits
• Pet insurance
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• Employer-paid long-term disability, short-term disability, and life insurance
• Supplemental accident, hospitalization, and critical illness benefits
• Member Assistance Program with counseling, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director