Purple Cow Recruiting

Bridge Engineering Section Manager | $131K–$180K

Purple Cow Recruiting Lexington, Kentucky, United States · $131K–$180K/yr

Staffing and Recruiting · 51-200 employees

Oct 23
Principal (10+ yrs) Full-time United States
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About the role

The section manager is responsible for driving business development, managing departmental financial budgets, and overseeing resource allocation. They also provide technical leadership and manage staff performance through coaching and goal setting.

What they look for

Bridge engineering Business development Financial management Project management Strategic planning Staff management Performance management Technical leadership Resource allocation Budgeting Proposal writing Coaching Microsoft Office Civil engineering

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in civil engineering and a Professional Engineer (PE) license. A minimum of 10 years of experience in bridge engineering, along with proven project management and business development skills, is required.

Benefits

Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Company-paid life insurance Disability insurance Paid time off Paid holidays Paid caregiver leave program 401(k) retirement plan Roth options Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Full description

Description

BRIDGE ENGINEERING SECTION MANAGER

Compensation: $131,000–$180,000 Location: Lexington, Kentucky 40509 Work Arrangement: Onsite

YOUR HEARTLINE STAFFING CONTACT

Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN | Chief Operating Officer Heartline Staffing Call/Text: 272-230-3157 Email: elizabeth@heartlinestaffing.com LinkedIn: Connect with Elizabeth

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Compensation: $131,000–$180,000

The employer offers the following benefits:

  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid caregiver leave program
  • 401(k) retirement plan with traditional and Roth options
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Career development programs

Relocation Assistance: Not provided

LOCATION & SCHEDULE

Lexington, Kentucky 40509 Work Arrangement: Onsite

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment. Work is generally sedentary but may require occasional standing and walking.

Lighting and temperature are adequate, with no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, or similar factors within the office environment.

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for business development, financial success, and managing staff for the department at the local level.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / KEY DUTIES

Strategic Growth & Business Development

  • Coordinate strategic growth plans with office managers and practice leaders.
  • Establish and grow market presence through marketing and business development.
  • Lead and contribute to the production of proposals.

Financial & Resource Management

  • Manage the department's financial budget and allocate resources accordingly.
  • Establish resource staffing needs for the section.

Technical Leadership

  • Serve as a technical expertise resource to project managers and technical staff.

Staff Management & Development

  • Interview and hire staff for the section.
  • Perform staff performance reviews based on input from project managers on assigned teams.
  • Lead and manage team members through continuous performance management.
  • Set expectations and goals, provide feedback, conduct one-on-one meetings, and provide coaching to support team growth and development.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field from an accredited program.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in the bridge engineering discipline.
  • Project management experience.
  • Business development experience.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience working with local clients at the county and state levels.
  • Supervisory experience.

READY TO APPLY?

Interested candidates may apply through this posting or contact Heartline Staffing for additional information.

Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN | Chief Operating Officer Heartline Staffing Call/Text: 272-230-3157 Email: elizabeth@heartlinestaffing.com LinkedIn: Connect with Elizabeth

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Heartline Staffing is committed to equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.