Westwood Professional Services

Civil Engineering Manager, Renewables

Westwood Professional Services$120K — $145K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in civil engineering, focusing on renewable site design.
  • Proven experience in civil design and technical solutions for renewable projects.
  • Strong leadership and management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Proficiency in budget management and proposal preparation.
  • Knowledge of QA/QC standards and project workflow improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all civil design aspects for utility-scale renewable projects.
  • Provide strategic direction, leadership, and mentorship to the design team.
  • Define project tasks, schedules, and resource requirements.
  • Prepare and support project proposals.
  • Establish goals for project deliverables and maintain QA/QC standards.
  • Improve workflows and products.
  • Supervise and mentor staff/project engineers.
  • Participate in business development activities.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution.
  • Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • 401(k) with employer match.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Tuition reimbursement and paid medical and family leave benefits.
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Civil Engineering Manager, Renewables

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

The Civil Engineering Manager at Westwood not only plays a pivotal role in overseeing and managing civil design and technical solutions for utility-scale renewable projects but also excels in supervising and mentoring a team of design professionals. This leadership position involves providing strategic direction, guidance, and mentorship to the design team to ensure the successful execution of projects.

In addition to defining project tasks, schedules, and resource requirements, the Engineering Manager is responsible for supervising staff, improving workflows, and fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. By supervising people effectively, the Engineering Manager ensures that team members are empowered to excel in their roles, contribute their best work, and grow professionally within the organization.

Furthermore, the Engineering Manager plays a crucial role in upholding QA/QC standards, overseeing project scopes, managing budgets, and identifying opportunities for additional scope and revenue. By supervising staff, participating in business development activities, and building strong relationships with clients and internal teams, the Engineering Manager drives project success and contributes to the overall growth and success of Westwood in the renewable energy sector.

Requirements

Job Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Oversee all civil design aspects for utility-scale renewable projects.
  • Provide strategic direction, leadership, and mentorship to the design team.
  • Define project tasks, schedules, and resource requirements.
  • Prepare and support project proposals.
  • Establish goals for project deliverables and maintain QA/QC standards.
  • Improve workflows and products.
  • Supervise and mentor staff/project engineers.
  • Participate in business development activities.
  • Foster relationships with internal teams.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
  • Proven experience in civil design and technical solutions for renewable projects.
  • Strong leadership and management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Ability to define project tasks, schedules, and resource requirements.
  • Proficiency in budget management and proposal preparation.
  • Knowledge of QA/QC standards and project workflow improvement.
  • Supervisory experience and mentorship skills.
  • Ability to build and maintain strong team relationships.
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in civil engineering, with a focus on renewables site design.

Westwood offers a full suite of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution; company-paid life and AD&D insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Employees are also eligible for a 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and paid medical and family leave benefits in accordance with applicable state law.

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after 8/9/2026.

Salary Description

$120,000 - 145,000

About Westwood Professional Services

Westwood Professional Services is a multi-disciplined surveying and engineering firm that provides services for residential and commercial development, wind and solar energy, power delivery, and oil and gas pipeline projects. The company was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. Westwood has over 500 employees and operates in several states across the United States.
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