Public Works Division Manager @ Civil Science

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Are you ready to elevate your career and make a lasting impact on your community? Civil Science is looking for an experienced and driven Public Works Division Manager to join our dynamic team in Williston, Dickinson, or Fargo, North Dakota office. This is your chance to lead meaningful projects that shape public infrastructure while growing both personally and professionally with a company that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

As the Public Works Division Manager, you will:

Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful outcomes.
Lead coordination efforts across project teams, ensuring alignment with goals.
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders.
Proactively identify risks and implement strategies to mitigate them.
Monitor project deliverables to uphold the highest quality standards.
Provide consistent updates on project progress, milestones, and performance metrics.
Manage project budgets and collaborate with financial teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
Mentor and guide a talented team of engineers and designers.
Leverage your relationships and expertise to identify, market, and secure new opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

We seek a highly motivated professional who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will bring:

Minimum Requirements:

A North Dakota Professional Engineer License (or eligibility for reciprocity within six months of hire).
A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
Expertise in civil engineering services, including public works infrastructure design, land surveying, construction oversight, and planning.
Proven leadership and organizational skills.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies.
Established relationships with North Dakota municipalities, districts, and agencies.
A history of successfully managing project teams and mentoring staff.
Experience in proposal writing, contract management, and client relations.
A track record of securing and managing projects within North Dakota.

Preferred Qualifications:

Proficiency in Civil3D design software.
Knowledge of municipal design codes.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds at times.
Must be able to work on active construction sites, which may include uneven terrain, exposure to varying weather conditions, and moderate to high noise levels.
Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Why Join Civil Science?

Ownership in Your Future: At Civil Science, we’re proud to be a 100% employee-owned firm. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), you’ll have the chance to grow your career and save for retirement.
Room to Grow: Say goodbye to corporate red tape. Our agile structure empowers you to take ownership of projects, explore new roles, and accelerate your career.
Work-Life Harmony: Your time outside of work matters. We offer flexibility to ensure your career complements your personal life.
Comprehensive Benefits (Fulltime Employees): Enjoy three weeks of PTO, eight holidays, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and a 401K plan.

About Civil Science

Civil Science isn’t just another engineering firm—we’re a 100% employee-owned company with over 40 years of expertise and a bold vision for the future. Our team of talented engineers, surveyors, planners, and technicians partners with clients across the public and private sectors to deliver innovative and impactful solutions.

At Civil Science, we believe in investing in our people. As an employee-owner, you’ll enjoy unmatched opportunities for leadership, mentorship, and career growth, all within a culture that values collaboration, excellence, and entrepreneurial spirit. If you’re ready to join a firm that’s shaping the future of civil engineering, we’d love to have you on our team!

Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and be able to pass both a criminal background check and driving record review.

Civil Science evaluates and determines on a case-by-case basis whether it is willing to sponsor an individual to receive a temporary or permanent work visa (e.g., E-3, H-1B, H-1B1, or TN visa status).

Civil Science provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.