Manager, Civil Engineer
thinkingahead executive searchFargo (ND)
Manager, Civil Engineer
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thinkingahead executive searchFargo (ND)
SENIORITY
Lead
SALARY
$140
About the role
Manager Civil/Structural Engineer – Substation DesignLead complex, high-voltage substation projects, mentor a growing engineering team, and help shape the future of power infrastructure—all while enjoying the flexibility of a remote-first, family-oriented culture. We're partnering with a Professional Engineering and Project Services company guided by the core values of integrity, commitment to the team, customer focus, technical excellence, and optimism. They are a primarily remote, family-friendly organization committed to serving customers with excellence while creating meaningful opportunities for their people. What You’ll Get to DoClient has an opportunity for a Civil/Structural Engineering Manager to support substation design projects. In this role, you will manage civil and structural engineering efforts for high-voltage substations while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects from concept through construction. This is a hybrid role with remote work and field/site visits as needed (up to 20% travel).
Key responsibilities include:
- Manage personnel in the civil/structural engineering group
- Manage processes, procedures, and personnel development for the civil/structural engineering group
- Lead planning, design, and execution of substation projects
- Develop civil/structural designs including site development, foundations, and structural steel
- Prepare plans, sections, details, and bills of material
- Perform engineering calculations and develop technical specifications
- Coordinate with electrical, civil, and structural teams, and project managers
- Conduct design reviews and perform quality checks on team deliverables
- Support project schedules, budgets, and overall execution
- Perform site visits, walkdowns, and construction support activities What You Bring
- Strong experience in civil/structural design for substations or heavy industrial projects
- Knowledge of structural steel, concrete, masonry, and foundation design
- Understanding of surveying techniques (LiDAR, photogrammetry, GPS)
- Familiarity with codes, standards, and construction practices
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines Essential Solutions for Life
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Ability to travel up to 20%Technical ToolsAutoCAD, Micro Station, RISA, STAAD (or equivalent), Bluebeam, Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint, Primavera (CMiC a plus)
Education & Experience: Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (ABET accredited)
- 15+ years of relevant experience in utilities, power generation, or industrial environments
- Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) license required Job Location This is a remote-first role with field travel as needed. Candidates should live within one hour of a commercial airport.
Pay & Benefits:
- Mid-$140s to $190 plus Annual salary (based on education and experience)
- Annual bonus potential up to 50% of base salary
- Work-from-home (no relocation required)
- Flexible working hours
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid disability insurance, life insurance, and Telehealth
- Four weeks’ vacation + 7 paid holidays
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Family-oriented culture
- Career growth opportunities
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