Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Civil Engineering Group Manager

Water Resources EngineeringUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeCleveland, OH, USA$140k - $180k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required.
An active PE license in Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania, or Indiana is required.
At least 8 years of civil engineering experience, including experience in a leadership or supervisory role, is required.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D is required.
Experience independently preparing stormwater management reports and designs is required.
A solid understanding of design and plan preparation for site development projects is required.
The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment is required.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required to guide junior staff and engage effectively with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee the office’s civil engineering team, supporting land development, site development, and commercial site design projects.
Manage day-to-day team operations, project execution, workload distribution, and staff performance to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Mentor and develop civil engineers and designers by providing technical guidance, career development, and opportunities for professional growth.
Oversee the planning, design, and delivery of private development projects, including site layout, grading, utilities, stormwater management, and SWPPP plans.
Review and approve construction documents, including engineering plan sets, specifications, cost estimates, and bid packages, ensuring technical accuracy and quality.
Oversee feasibility studies, due diligence reports, zoning analyses, stormwater modeling and design, and detailed engineering plans.
Provide technical leadership and quality control for civil design calculations, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards.
Build and maintain relationships with clients, municipalities, and regulatory agencies to support project approvals, client satisfaction, and long-term business growth.
Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate resources, resolve technical challenges, and maintain project schedules and budgets.
Support business development by identifying new opportunities, developing client relationships, and contributing to proposals and project pursuits.
Foster collaboration, accountability, technical excellence, and continuous improvement across the office.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with roadway design and survey coordination is a plus.

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award-winning, full-service consulting firm that offers a wide array of services including civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying and construction support. Our talented staff of 650+ professionals deliver integrated planning, design, engineering and construction solutions to our clients from our offices throughout Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, West Virginia and Alabama.

Overview:

We're looking for a Civil Engineering Group Manager to join our team in Cleveland, OH, if you are not local to the area but open to relocating, we are willing to provide assistance to do such.

The ideal candidate for this position is someone who is passionate about delivering quality engineering solutions and tackling complex technical challenges. In this role, you'll lead the design and execution of our robust Site Development and Land Development project portfolio throughout the Midwest region. You'll play a hands-on role in the design process while also leading project teams—delegating work, providing technical guidance, and helping engineers successfully deliver high-quality results. From developing innovative solutions to overseeing project execution, you'll help ensure projects are completed efficiently, accurately, and with excellence at every stage.

Compensation:

- Full-time salaried with a base range of $140,000-$180,000
- Sign-on bonus eligible position
- After the completion of 12 months of employment with MSG, this position offers an additional stay on bonus to compensate all of year-one efforts.

Relocation:

- This position requires working out of our Cleveland, OH office on a full-time basis. If you are not local to the Cleveland area, MSG will offer a relocation package to alleviate any financial burdens.

Lead and oversee the office’s civil engineering team, supporting land development, site development, and commercial site design projects.
Manage day-to-day team operations, project execution, workload distribution, and staff performance to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Mentor and develop civil engineers and designers, providing technical guidance, career development, and opportunities for professional growth.
Oversee the planning, design, and delivery of private development projects, including site layout, grading, utilities, stormwater management, and SWPPP plans.
Review and approve construction documents, including engineering plan sets, specifications, cost estimates, and bid packages, ensuring technical accuracy and quality.
Oversee feasibility studies, due diligence reports, zoning analyses, stormwater modeling and design, and detailed engineering plans.
Provide technical leadership and quality control for civil design calculations, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, municipalities, and regulatory agencies to support project approvals, client satisfaction, and long-term business growth.
Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate resources, resolve technical challenges, and maintain project schedules and budgets.
Support business development efforts, including identifying new opportunities, developing client relationships, and contributing to proposals and project pursuits.
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, technical excellence, and continuous improvement across the office.

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
PE license in Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania or Indiana required
8+ years of experience in civil engineering, including experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
Proficiency in AutoCAD/Civil 3D required.
Proven experience in independent preparation of stormwater management reports and designs.
Solid understanding of design and plan preparation for site development projects.
Experience with roadway design and survey coordination is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to guide junior staff and engage effectively with stakeholders.

About the Company

Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Trilon Group provides infrastructure consulting in transportation, water, and municipal systems in the Mid-Atlantic region. It works by partnering with local governments, municipalities, and private clients to deliver planning, design support, and project management through fee-based engagements, expanding capabilities through alliances with firms like Rinker Design Associates and Wilson Engineers. The company differentiates itself with a platform-style growth approach backed by private equity and a People First culture focused on talent development. Its goal is to expand service offerings and market presence in the Mid-Atlantic by building scalable partnerships and using capital to support growth.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)
Total funding: $200M
Headquarters: Denver, CO
Founded: 2021

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