Civil Engineering Group Manager

Trilon Group

. Lead multiple civil engineering design teams in daily operations .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeColumbus • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $140,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in civil engineering design, particularly in land and site development projects, while effectively leading teams and managing project execution. Proficient in technical guidance, quality control, and fostering client relationships within regulatory frameworks.

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Civil Engineering ExperienceTeam LeadershipProject ManagementSite DevelopmentStormwater Management

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Hard Skills

Site LayoutGradingUtilitiesSWPPP PlansFeasibility StudiesZoning AnalysesStormwater ModelingEngineering Plan ReviewCost EstimationBid Package Approval

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationAccountabilityContinuous ImprovementRelationship Building

Industry Keywords

Civil EngineeringLand DevelopmentSite DevelopmentRegulatory ComplianceMunicipal RelationshipsBusiness DevelopmentProject PursuitsTechnical GuidanceQuality ControlMultidisciplinary Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead multiple civil engineering design teams in daily operations
Lead design and execution of Site Development and Land Development projects throughout the Midwest
Develop staffing needs and distribute work to balance team workloads
Monitor project scope, schedule, budget, workload, utilization, and billable hours
Work with team leaders and project managers to monitor project health
Mentor and develop civil engineers and designers
Provide technical guidance and quality control for civil design calculations
Oversee site layout, grading, utilities, stormwater management, SWPPP plans, feasibility studies, due diligence, zoning analyses, and stormwater modeling
Review and approve construction documents, specifications, cost estimates, and bid packages
Build and maintain relationships with clients, municipalities, and regulatory agencies
Coordinate resources and resolve technical challenges with multidisciplinary teams
Prepare proposals and contracts and support business development
Manage and deliver work tasks on time and within budget
Coordinate with surveying, environmental, geotechnical, structural, traffic, transportation, landscape architecture, funding strategies/grant writing, and construction administration teams
Foster collaboration, accountability, technical excellence, and continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Full-time salaried position
Civil engineering experience with land development, site development, and commercial site design projects
Experience leading and overseeing civil engineering teams
Experience managing team operations, project execution, workload distribution, and staff performance
Experience with site layout, grading, utilities, stormwater management, and SWPPP plans
Experience reviewing and approving engineering plan sets, specifications, cost estimates, and bid packages
Experience with feasibility studies, due diligence reports, zoning analyses, stormwater modeling and design, and detailed engineering plans
Knowledge of applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards
Experience building relationships with clients, municipalities, and regulatory agencies
Experience supporting business development, proposals, and project pursuits
Must work out of the Columbus, OH office on a full-time basis
Relocation required if not local; relocation assistance provided

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) w/ company match
Relocation
Health insurance w/ HSA option, Vision, Dental, Life
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Catalytic Coaching development planning
Sign-on bonus eligible position
Additional stay-on bonus after 12 months of employment