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

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading civil engineering design teams, managing project execution, and delivering high-quality engineering solutions for land and site development projects. Proficient in client relationship management, business development, and technical leadership in civil design calculations and regulatory compliance.

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Civil Engineering Team LeadershipSite Development Project ManagementClient Relationship ManagementTechnical Guidance and MentorshipBusiness Development and Proposal Preparation

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Hard Skills

Civil Design CalculationsSite Layout and GradingStormwater ManagementSWPPP PlansFeasibility StudiesZoning AnalysesEngineering Plan ReviewCost EstimationBid Package PreparationProject Execution Management

Soft Skills

CollaborationAccountabilityContinuous ImprovementCommunicationMentoring

Industry Keywords

Land DevelopmentSite DevelopmentConstruction AdministrationRegulatory ComplianceMultidisciplinary CoordinationTechnical ExcellenceClient EngagementProposal DevelopmentProject PursuitUtilization Monitoring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead multiple civil engineering design teams in daily operations
Develop staffing needs and distribute work to balance team workload
Monitor project scope, schedule, budget, workload, utilization, and billable hours
Maintain strong client relationships
Identify staffing needs including training and personnel requirements
Mentor staff and execute office and company growth plans
Prepare proposals and contracts and manage projects
Deliver work tasks on time
Lead planning, design, and delivery of private development projects
Review and approve construction documents, specifications, cost estimates, and bid packages
Oversee feasibility studies, due diligence reports, zoning analyses, stormwater modeling and design, and engineering plans
Provide technical leadership and quality control for civil design calculations
Coordinate with multidisciplinary MSG staff across surveying, environmental, geotechnical, structural, traffic, transportation, landscape architecture, funding strategies/grant writing, and construction administration
Build relationships with clients, municipalities, and regulatory agencies to support approvals and business growth
Support business development by identifying opportunities, developing client relationships, and contributing to proposals and project pursuits
Foster collaboration, accountability, technical excellence, and continuous improvement across the office

Requirements

What you’ll need

Passionate about delivering quality engineering solutions and tackling complex technical challenges
Experience leading design and execution of Site Development and Land Development projects
Ability to lead project teams, delegate work, provide technical guidance, and deliver high-quality results
Ability to lead and oversee a civil engineering team supporting land development, site development, and commercial site design projects
Experience managing team operations, project execution, workload distribution, and staff performance
Experience mentoring and developing civil engineers and designers
Knowledge of site layout, grading, utilities, stormwater management, and SWPPP plans
Ability to review and approve engineering plan sets, specifications, cost estimates, and bid packages
Knowledge of feasibility studies, due diligence reports, zoning analyses, stormwater modeling and design, and detailed engineering plans
Knowledge of civil design calculations, applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards
Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients, municipalities, and regulatory agencies
Experience collaborating with project managers and multidisciplinary teams
Business development, proposal, contract preparation, and project pursuit experience

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 - Employees draft a development plan aimed at improving contributions in their current job and increasing the potential for other opportunities
Sign-on bonus eligible position
After the completion of 12 months of employment with MSG, this position offers an additional stay on bonus to compensate all of year-one efforts