Civil Engineering Principal

As a Civil Engineering Principal for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC), you'll collaborate with our senior management team to grow and develop the Civil/Site Practice. By developing and strengthening our relationships with prospective and existing clients, you will guide the growth of the practice on both a local and regional basis. Through your experience, you will guide the external stakeholders through the regulatory environment, and ensure the technical excellence of your projects. You’ll be directly responsible for developing and reviewing proposals and project budgets, managing/mentoring a team of engineers and project managers, and performing final quality control/assurance.

In your role, you will guide and lead a team of engineers and project managers through multi-faceted civil engineering projects and business development initiatives; and assist in the professional development of the staff, including the performance of annual reviews and the establishment of development goals. Concurrently, our senior management teams will work with you to customize your individual career path through a variety of professional development and mentoring activities related to your project management, leadership, business development initiatives and service offerings, and assist with office/corporate initiatives.

With 34 offices, and over 1,500 employees, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside collaborative team members, dedicated mentors, and experienced managers that are committed to supporting your career's success. 

Our team enjoys a work/life balance with our flexible and hybrid schedule options. In addition to being an employee-owned company and our competitive benefits; our compensation package provides multiple streams of income that support long term financial success such as paid OT, bonuses, annual performance reviews, innovation awards, and our stock program that is available to all employees. 

• 15+ years of experience;
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering degree;
• P.E. required (including registration in Michigan or the ability to obtain reciprocity);
• Technical design expertise, including site layout and test fits, grading, stormwater management, erosion & sedimentation control, and site utility design;
• Established client base;
• Established relationships with industry professionals and regulators;
• Proven experience in the management and development of a consulting engineering team; and
• Experience with varying types of private -sector projects such as commercial land development; renewable energy/power generation; industrial/manufacturing development; natural gas; public-sector projects for local and state agencies.

Additionally, Here's What We'd Love to See:

• Leadership roles within professional industry groups;
• In-depth understanding of local and state land development regulations and processes, including zoning, stormwater management, and erosion & sedimentation control;
• A portfolio or list of past projects outlining key design elements and your role in the projects; and
• Proven ability to build relationships, provide effective mentoring, and build team morale.

CEC Detroit was established in September 2024 as an extension of our Toledo, Ohio, operations which was established in 2011. Our growing team of engineers and scientists has deep local ties to sites and clients in Michigan. We have an excellent working knowledge of the regulations and have developed trusted relationships with regulators. Starting off strong with a deep bench in the solid waste and environmental compliance service areas, we are working to grow as a full-service office with capabilities that match our robust companywide service offerings. 

We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.

We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community – focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite – focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA – focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women – focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!

We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you – that is our goal. CEC offers you a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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