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Landmark Structures · 4 weeks ago

Director of Engineering and Design

United States

Full-time

Remote

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Landmark Structures is a leading provider of engineering, construction, and asset management services in the water, wastewater, power, and industrial markets. The Director of Engineering and Design is responsible for developing and leading a high-performing Engineering and Design team, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic direction while fostering innovation and quality in project execution.

Product DesignReal EstateWeb Design

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Brent Lubahn

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and direction for the US and Canadian Engineering and Design departments, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives

Foster collaboration across cross-functional teams, including Operations, Construction, and Business Development, to deliver integrated solutions

Develop engineering and design teams that are scalable and high-performing - anchored by a culture of safety and quality

Partner with HR to design and maintain long-term sustainable career progression pathways for engineering and design personnel

Promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement across engineering and design functions

Develop and manage departmental budgets, staffing plans, and resource allocation to support organizational growth

Provide regular updates and reports on departmental performance, risks, and opportunities to executive leadership

Oversee the planning, design, permitting, and execution of design/build structural, foundation and mechanical engineering projects to ensure constructability, quality, cost, and schedule objectives

Direct technical functions of large municipal service tank rehabilitation projects, including retrofit, inspection, and repair programs, standards, and procedures

Support contract negotiations, project controls, and risk management activities

Lead and manage remote/digital design and drafting centers across the U.S. and Canada, ensuring cross-border project delivery and regulatory alignment

Provide technical counsel and solutions to project teams, clients, and stakeholders on engineering challenges

Present project status, risks, and milestones to stakeholders to ensure alignment with objectives

Drive innovation by adopting emerging engineering technologies, materials, and design practices to maintain a competitive advantage

Streamline engineering and design processes by optimizing data flow, integrating digital tools, and leading technology development initiatives to improve efficiency, accuracy, and collaboration

Develop, implement, and optimize standard work processes and best practices, including tracking and reporting of project-level metrics

Ensure compliance with government regulations, industry codes, and company standards (AWWA, IBC, ASCE, ACI, AISC) while overseeing quality assurance and control across all engineering outputs

Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards in all engineering and design activities

Qualification

Civil EngineeringTechnical OversightRegulatory ComplianceProject LeadershipProfessional Engineer LicenseContract NegotiationsRisk ManagementMultidisciplinary Team ManagementAnalytical SkillsRelationship ManagementEthical StandardsEngineering PracticesDesign StandardsLeadership SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, or a related field required

10-20 years of progressive experience in Civil Engineering design and project leadership

Demonstrated experience in design, development, and permitting of civil projects

Proven track record in managing multidisciplinary teams in an EPC or design-build environment

Ability to align engineering initiatives with broader business objectives and organizational strategy

Ability to inspire, mentor, and hold teams accountable while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement

Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess risks, evaluate options, and recommend solutions

Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills, particularly in complex or high-pressure project environments

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously

Excellent written and verbal communication skills for engaging with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams

Strong client-facing and relationship management skills / ability to represent the company professionally

Commitment to maintaining high ethical standards, regulatory compliance, and confidentiality

Comprehensive understanding of civil engineering practices and working knowledge of structural, surveying, and geotechnical disciplines

Knowledge of contract negotiations, project controls, and risk management principles

Strong knowledge of civil and structural design standards, codes, and specifications (AWWA D107 & D100, IBC, ASCE, ACI, AISC)

Ability to develop and implement departmental strategies, budgets, and resource plans

Preferred

Master's degree in engineering, business, or related discipline preferred

Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license strongly preferred

Experience working with U.S. and Canadian regulatory environments is an asset

Company

Landmark Structures

Landmark Structures is a construction company providing structures designs and design build constrution services.

Founded in 2000

Fort Worth, Texas, USA

501-1000 employees

http://teamlandmark.com

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