Lead Engineer

Apex Engineering Group•Minnetonka, MN

6d•$95,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Engineer will manage a team of engineers, technicians, and support staff on general municipal projects, overseeing them from the planning phase through design and construction. This role requires the ability to independently manage projects, collaboratively contribute to project plans and specifications, and mentor team members. Responsibilities may also include marketing the firm and business development activities. The Lead Engineer will provide professional engineering services, including studies, planning, design, specifications, plans, reports, construction administration, observation, and project management. Frequent and effective communication with clients, supervisors, and project team members is essential, as is attending company, project, and client meetings. This position is responsible for preparing proposals and participating in interviews to secure work, with increasing business development responsibilities over time. The role demands independent thinking, rational judgment, and the ability to lead the preparation of project plans and specifications. Coordination with other engineering teams on complex, multi-discipline projects is also a key aspect. Adherence to the company employee handbook and safety policies, along with conscientious, legal, and ethical performance with attention to detail, is required. The ability to work both independently and in a team environment is crucial. Participation in professional organizations and community leadership programs is encouraged. Travel and out-of-town stays may be required, along with potential overtime, especially during the construction season. Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering required.
Professional Engineers License preferred or ability to be licensed within 6-12 months required.
7 or more years of experience working as a Civil Engineer in the municipal engineering field.
Strong project management skills and experience is essential for this position.
Construction management experience is also required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a prerequisite.
Must be detail orientated, self-motivated with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Flexible working style and willingness to occasionally modify personal schedules as required to meet deadlines and/or client needs.
Proficient using Microsoft Windows/Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
A valid driver’s license is required or the ability to obtain one.
Ability to operate a computer under normal ergonomic office conditions.
Required to work in an outdoors environment during construction season.
May require prolonged periods of standing and walking to perform some of the typical tasks and duties associated with construction observation or surveying.
Required to lift objects or containers weighing 50-lbs.
Must work scheduled and required hours.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree a plus.
Experience in preparing civil design drawings, specifications and opinions of cost related to water/sewer utilities, roadways, drainage, etc. is preferred.
Experience working with local, county or state agencies is a plus.
Working knowledge in AutoCAD/Civil-3D, Microstation/GeoPak, Google-SketchUP Pro or ARCMap GIS considered a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide professional engineering services for clients by providing: studies, planning, design, specifications, plans, reports, construction administration, observation and project management.
Communicate frequently and effectively with clients, supervisors and project team members on a consistent basis by providing updates and progress during all phases of projects
Attend company meetings, project meetings and client meetings as deemed necessary.
Lead the preparing of proposals and participating in interviews for securing work for the firm.
Provide direction and work with engineering technicians and other team members on the development of project plans and specifications.
Work and coordinate with other engineering teams on complex multi-discipline projects.
Understand and follow company employee handbook and mandated safety policies.
Perform responsibilities in a conscientious, legal and ethical manner with a strong attention to detail.
Must be able to work independently and in a team environment.
Participate in professional organizations and community leadership programs as deemed appropriate.
Travel and out of town stays may be required; may work overtime especially during the construction season.
Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.