Civil Engineering Director - Structures
Ready to take your civil engineering career to the next level? Join JT - an innovative, fast-growing company making a real impact across Wisconsin. We’re looking for passionate Structural Civil Engineer Directors who are eager to lead projects, showcase their expertise, and help shape the future of our services. This role offers diverse project experiences, meaningful community impact, and a supportive team culture. If you're driven by growth, collaboration, and purpose, this opportunity is made for you.
We're hiring for our Green Bay, Madison, Milwaukee, and Eau Claire, WI offices. The ideal candidate will have expertise in bridge, retaining wall, and box culvert design. This role plays a key role across JT's municipal, transportation, and site development groups.
Visit our website to learn about our people, culture, and community impact.
Job Responsibilities
Develop, implementing, and tracking a business plan for service line
Coordinate long-term strategic pursuits
Communicate directly with clients to ensure satisfaction and retention
Determine staffing needs, recruiting and retaining staff in service line
Work with executive team to coordinate service line plan with overall company goals
Work with internal staff to ensure projects meet established deadlines, specifications, budgets, and client expectations
Succession planning for all service line staff/positions
Manage, mentoring, and assisting staff with individual development
Responsible for developing and managing overall service line budget, including:
Oversight/tracking of all project budgets/profitability
Company/service line overhead (including coordination across service lines)
Review/approval of contracts and proposals
Identify capital purchases and software needs
Coordination and approval of staff training
Marketing/Business Development
Tracking and forecasting service line backlog
Oversight/tracking of all service line project schedules
Job Requirements
A Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university with 10+ years of experience in structural engineering
A Professional Engineer (PE) License in the State of Wisconsin or ability to obtain PE
Experience managing structural engineering design projects
Knowledge of Federal, State, and local regulations and permitting
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Solid organizational and time management skills
To be self-disciplined/motivated who also works well in a team environment
A valid driver's license and reliable transportation to worksites, meetings with clients, and attend conferences
To be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, restrictions, or need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located
To occasionally travel out-of-town and overnight for professional development and/or project-related work
Life at JT: The Benefits and Perks
At JT, we offer more than just a job - we provide a thriving workplace culture and exceptional benefits. Our team enjoys:
Quarterly incentive bonuses for achieving goals
Year-end bonus program that shares company success
Comprehensive insurance: medical, dental, vision, life & disability
401(k) with generous match, starting on day one
Generous PTO and nine paid holidays
Paid Community Service Hours to support causes you care about
Ongoing technical & leadership training for career growth
Wellness program to support your health
“Work Hard, Play Harder” culture with engaging company events
Philanthropic initiatives, including our annual partnership with Blood Cancer United
Flexible work environment that supports work/life balance
Who We Are
We're different. At least, that's what our clients tell us. We are real people providing trusted civil engineering solutions with a track record of delivering proven results to public and private clients. This is more than just a company slogan; it's ingrained in our DNA. It is why we consistently attract the best talent in the industry and why our clients trust us to deliver their most important projects. Join us at JT and be a part of a team that genuinely values and lives by these principles.
Founded in 2005, we have grown to over 115 employees with office locations across Wisconsin, including Green Bay, Madison, Eau Claire, and Milwaukee. We provide a tailored approach for each project, proactively engaging and communicating with our clients to ensure efficient and cost-effective service. Our design and construction professionals work closely together, utilizing our combined experience, knowledge, and expertise to deliver award-winning projects.
Our core services include construction engineering, land development, land surveying, local government, structural engineering, traffic & roundabout engineering, transportation engineering, water resources engineering, and landscape architecture.
JT Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer