Director of Civil Engineering

Description

Director of Civil Engineering ~ Lead Projects.  Develop People.  Drive Growth.

Come help us build lasting relationships, deliver impactful projects, and shape communities throughout Maine and beyond.

Nobis is seeking an experienced Director of Civil Engineering, or an experienced Civil Project Manager who is ready to be in a Director role and lead and grow the civil engineering team in our Maine Office. In this key leadership role, you will oversee a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, and institutional site design, permitting, and construction oversight projects while guiding departmental operations, staff development, project delivery, and business growth.

Working closely with company leadership, you will provide strategic direction for the civil engineering team in Maine, ensure successful project execution, and foster a collaborative team environment. This position offers the opportunity to combine technical expertise, project leadership, client engagement, and operational oversight to help shape the future of our civil team in Maine.

Why Nobis?

At Nobis, we believe our success is built on the expertise, collaboration, and dedication of our people. You'll join a team that values technical excellence, innovative thinking, and strong client partnerships while providing opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.

What You'll Do

• Lead and mentor civil engineering staff, project managers, and technical professionals
• Oversee project planning, design, execution, budgets, schedules, and resource allocation
• Manage client relationships and coordinate with regulatory agencies and key stakeholders
• Provide technical guidance on complex engineering projects and quality standards  
• Meet with potential clients and develop scope and cost proposals to complete the work  
• Monitor departmental performance, financial results, and project profitability  
• Support business development efforts and identify opportunities for continued growth  
• Prepare for and present civil projects at public meetings  
• Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations

Requirements

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Geotechnical, or related Engineering discipline
• Minimum of four (4) years of Project Management experience on Civil Design & Permitting projects in the State of Maine
• Strong knowledge of applicable engineering regulations and industry standards
• Recent experience with design and drafting in AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Excellent time management, listening, and communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership, team development, and client management/relationship skills
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Main is strongly preferred
• Business development experience is preferred
• Familiarity with Civil Design & Permitting processes in NH and ME are preferred

EEO Statement:

It is Nobis Group’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. Nobis does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, family care status, veteran status, military service, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law.

Nobis will make reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.