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Manager, Civil Engineer

$140 - $190 per hour

ThinkingAhead Executive Search

Manager Civil/Structural Engineer – Substation Design

Lead 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 Do

Client 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 Tools

AutoCAD, MicroStation, 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

Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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