Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET/EAC-accredited program
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure
Advanced knowledge in engineering principles and leadership
Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and construction specifications
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor the civil engineering design team
Plan and execute engineering designs for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
Ensure quality assurance/quality control for project deliverables
Communicate and coordinate with clients and stakeholders
Support client management and business development initiatives
Benefits
Opportunities for career development and mentorship
Collaborative work environment emphasizing team success
Involvement in innovative renewable energy projects
Commitment to workplace safety and operational excellence
Inclusive workplace valuing diverse backgrounds
Full Job Description
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Civil Engineering Project Lead to join our renewable energy team. The Civil Engineering Project Lead will be responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, quality assurance/quality control, and completion of civil engineering design on renewable projects, with a specific focus on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This role requires a strong leader who is dedicated to delivering high-level professional services to our clients.
1) Project Leadership
Provide leadership, management, and mentorship for the design team. Project leadership tasks include:
Planning, coordinating, and executing the engineering design for a specific service
Defining project tasks, schedules, and resource requirements
Assigning tasks to and directing other technical and non-technical staff
Establishing goals for project deliverables and maintaining QA/QC standards
Preparing budgets for assigned projects and reviewing invoicing promptly
Communicating contractual requirements to the design team, verifying their incorporation into the design, and coordinating change orders with the Project Manager
Conducting team meetings and collaborating with other disciplines to ensure project success
Providing ongoing communication with the Project Manager regarding the project
Serving as a liaison between other engineers and the assigned design team
Removing obstacles preventing the design team from achieving their goals
Plan and schedule necessary resources needed to support projects. Collaborate with Lead Engineers and Engineering Managers to optimize workload sharing between projects and offices.
Support the Project Manager with planning, monitoring, and controlling the project scope, schedule, budget, reporting, and invoicing.
Support the Project Manager with project close-out activities (e.g., lessons learned).
2) Quality
Lead and provide quality assurance/quality control for assigned projects including:
Providing Engineer of Record (EOR) oversight of design tasks and final EOR review
Reviewing plans and specifications for constructability and risk management
Reviewing work by other members of the design team
Maintaining awareness of and complying with Westwood design/CAD standards
Performing quality review of all work products for accuracy
Lead coordination with internal and external stakeholders to produce a well-coordinated and constructable design. Coordination efforts may include:
Coordinating with clients, utilities, and code enforcement agencies
Attending internal and external coordination meetings
Leading internal design team meetings
Collaborating closely with internal teams across multiple service groups
Keeping the Project Manager informed of work status, workload, problems, and progress related to your service
Support service leadership to maintain firm standards and consistency.
3) Business Development Support
Assist with client management and business development tasks. Assistance includes:
Maintaining strong relationships with existing clients and seeking opportunities with potential future clients
Building solid client contacts and fostering trusting relationships to encourage repeat business
Assisting with proposal preparation
Identifying additional scope and revenue opportunities related to the project and participating in business development activities
Assist Market Directors as needed with marketing efforts and the creation of marketing materials.
Provide clients with accurate design deliverables that closely meet contract requirements.
Respond to client requests promptly.
Treat all stakeholders with professionalism and respect.
4) Staff Development
Assist with mentoring Project Engineers, Staff Engineers, and Technicians by providing guidance, explaining professional responsibilities, and reviewing work products.
Advise service leadership on optimizing design team satisfaction and performance.
5) Technical Expertise
Act as a technical advisor while effectively delegating design tasks.
Lead and perform the design of a complete project, system, component, or process. Design tasks may include:
Researching, evaluating, and applying data
Preparing detailed engineering calculations
Preparing specifications and details
Preparing detailed construction drawings
Designing and producing deliverables using AutoCAD Civil 3D software
Lead and perform other project tasks such as:
Conducting research and field assessments
Preparing permit applications
Writing technical reports
Creating technical presentations and exhibits
Preparing quantity take-offs and cost estimates
Providing construction support (e.g., responding to RFIs, performing field inspections)
Contacts / Direction
Independently leads the design team with support from service leadership and the project management team.
Receives general direction on key objectives.
Receives guidance, when necessary, on unconventional or complex problems, direction on modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria.
Responsible for personal and design team task management and adherence to deadlines, scope, and budget.
Gains mentored experience from a licensed engineer in your area of specialty, project management, or business leadership.
Success Measures
Completing projects accurately while adhering to the schedule, budget, and scope with minimal scope creep.
Ensuring project teams are engaged, thriving, and producing high-quality products.
Establishing strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business.
Building trust with both clients and project teams, fostering an environment where people want to collaborate and have you involved in their projects.
Serving as a technical advisor while effectively delegating design tasks to the appropriate members of the design team.
Requirements
Qualifications
4+ years of experience
Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET/EAC-accredited program
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure
Required Technical Skills
Advanced knowledge of engineering principles, communication (formal and informal), teamwork, and leadership
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Effective time and workload management skills, including planning, organizing, and prioritizing tasks
Working knowledge of project management principles
Advanced knowledge of construction drawing and specification packages
Basic knowledge of construction practices and constructability
Experience with proposal writing and project estimating
Proficiency in AutoCAD
Proficiency in 3D modeling (AutoCAD Civil 3D)
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Commitment to lifelong learning and staying informed on contemporary issues
Required Personal Skills
Ability to maintain a high standard of professionalism in all workplace interactions
Ability to lead a design team, including resource management and task delegation
Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to:
Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences
Provide technical direction to a team
Demonstrate empathy and strong listening skills
Show assertiveness and a collaborative approach when resolving conflicts
Strong mentoring skills
Ability to foster a team culture aligned with organizational values
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across multiple offices
Ability to follow firm policies, practices, and procedures diligently
Preferred Additional Skills
Advanced knowledge of construction practices and constructability
Advanced knowledge of project management activities
Working knowledge of scheduling and project control processes
Experience with renewable energy projects
Salary Description
$100,000 - $120,000
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.
