Site Civil Engineer-PE, South Carolina

Title: Section Head, Site Civil Engineer-PE

Location: Charleston, SC

Relocation Assistance: No, Local Candidates Only

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Site Civil Engineer to lead and grow our civil site practice in the Charleston, SC office. This leadership role requires a dynamic individual with a proven track record in business development, staff management, and project delivery. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the strategic direction of the site civil group, cultivating client relationships, pursuing new business opportunities, and ensuring the overall financial success of the practice.

Key responsibilities include managing multidisciplinary teams, overseeing design and permitting for site development projects, mentoring junior staff, and maintaining high standards of quality and client satisfaction. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, local market knowledge, and a passion for expanding our presence in the Low country region.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Coordinate strategic growth plan with office managers and practice leaders

Establish and grow market presence in area through marketing and business development

Manage financial budget for department and allocate resources accordingly

Lead and contribute to the production of proposals

Serve as a technical expertise resource to project managers and technical staff

Establish resources staffing needs for the section

Interview and hire staff for the section

Perform performance reviews for staff based on input from project managers on assigned teams

Lead and manage team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (setting expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meeting, coaching) that supports the growth and development of team

Requirements:

Bachelors degree in civil engineering or a related field from an accredited program

Professional Engineer License or equivalent

10+ years experience in site civil engineering

Project management and business development experience

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Estimated Salary: 140-170K