Manager, Civil Engineering– Site Development (Telecom & EV)

Telabotics • Raleigh, NC

42d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Civil Engineering Manager – Site Development (Telecom & EV) leads site/land development engineering for wireless tower builds, EV charging infrastructure, and commercial sites (e.g., data centers and fiber/ILA huts) from feasibility through sealed construction documents. This client-facing PE provides technical and people leadership across site layout, grading, stormwater management, erosion/sediment control, access planning, and utility/power/fiber coordination, leveraging AutoCAD Civil 3D and hydrology/stormwater modeling tools. The role manages key accounts, develops proposals and pricing, and ensures compliant, high-quality deliverables while coordinating with structural, electrical, geotechnical, environmental, and survey partners. You will mentor and supervise civil engineers/designers, set civil/site design standards, support hiring and onboarding, and drive schedule, budget, permitting, and constructability across a fast-paced portfolio. Success requires deep site civil expertise in telecom/EV projects, strong project management, and the ability to guide teams to deliver efficient, buildable, code-compliant solutions.

Requirements

• Proficiency in site civil design, permitting, and applicable software applications including hydrology modeling program, storm drainage programs, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D
• Experience designing and coordinating EV charging sites and supporting utility/ power coordination.
• Experience with commercial sites (ILA huts, data centers), interconnect facility layout, and supporting utility ingress/egress.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and stormwater modeling tools.
• Ability to produce accurate, well organized build plan sets and other construction documents with accuracy and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects, prioritize deadlines, and work collaboratively in a consulting environment.
• Ability to give directions and training to engineering staff.
• Proven ability to identify problems and develop solutions.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective interaction and communication with colleagues, sub-consultants, clients and prospective clients.
• Strong follow-through skills with ability to meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently and with others to complete tasks.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• 8–12+ years of civil/site development experience, with significant work in raw land tower development and new tower site design.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license with ability to obtain additional state licensures.
• Demonstrated ability to manage technical teams and review and approve engineering work.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead engineer for raw land tower sites, new build designs, EV charging installations, and commercial site developments (data centers, fiber huts, and EV charging).
• Design and lead engineering plans including site layout, grading, stormwater management, erosion control, vehicular access, utility routing, and power/fiber coordination.
• Conduct comprehensive site feasibility studies, due diligence evaluations, and constructability assessments across multiple project types.
• Coordinate with structural, electrical, geotechnical, environmental, and survey teams throughout design and construction.
• Attend site meetings with client representatives to discuss feasibility and design solutions.
• Determine how to use and/or reorganize resources to meet schedules and goals, both within the department and in partnership with other departments.
• Ensure the quality and accuracy of deliverables produced by the team.
• Exercise technical responsibility required within areas of technical competence which could include sealing engineering work performed by the team.
• Keep abreast of new technical methods and developments in engineering.
• Provide reporting on the performance of the department to management.
• Manage specified clients for full understanding of client requirements, processes, and workflow.
• Act as the main point of contact for specified clients, in partnership with the project management team.
• Provide engineering assistance and recommendations for any field-related or client questions.
• Train and onboard new employees.
• Lead development of proposals and pricing for land development work.
• Assists Program Manager or Director with budget development of department.
• Direct involvement with hiring process of new staff.
• Reviews department performance metrics on an on-going basis and develops recovery or PIP plans as needed.
• Finds solutions to prevent escalation and resolve issues as needed.
• Implements preventative and corrective actions promptly.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, HSA with company match, dependent care FSA, life & disability coverage, voluntary plans, legal/ID protection, pet insurance, EAP
• Financial: 401(k) with company match, annual bonus based on company performance, referral bonuses, discounts, phone allowance; field roles: travel pay, per diem, company-paid lodging, and company vehicle (if applicable)
• Time Off & Flexibility: Flexible PTO for salaried roles; starting at 15 days (PTO with 2 floating holidays) for hourly roles; paid holidays, floating holidays, parental leave, bereavement leave, company-paid sabbaticals, and hybrid/remote options
• Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement, annual professional development grants, online learning resources, leadership programs, and internal growth opportunities
• Additional Benefits: Recognition programs, scholarships and educational stipends for children, company paid sabbaticals and company outings with access to local events.

What This Job Offers

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