Vice President- Civil

A well-established, employee-owned engineering and design consultancy is seeking a Vice President to lead its Urban Development team in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. This is a senior leadership opportunity for a licensed Professional Engineer with a strong background in business development, client management, project delivery, and team leadership. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving growth, developing client relationships, mentoring staff, and overseeing the successful delivery of complex civil engineering projects.

Location

Dallas or Fort Worth, Texas

Employment Type

Full-time | In-Office

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee major urban development and civil engineering projects as Principal-in-Charge and Senior Project Manager.
• Drive business development efforts by identifying opportunities, cultivating client relationships, and securing new work.
• Develop proposals, negotiate scopes and fees, and support contract management, invoicing, and collections.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and technical oversight to engineering teams.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, resources, and quality control processes.
• Direct the preparation and review of engineering designs, construction plans, and technical reports.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with applicable regulations and industry standards.
• Support strategic planning and market growth initiatives within the urban development sector.
• Lead client meetings, project kick-offs, and high-level design discussions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions for clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Texas.
• 15+ years of civil engineering experience, including at least 8 years in project management and leadership roles.
• Demonstrated success in business development and client relationship management.
• Experience delivering complex civil engineering and land development projects.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of mentoring and developing high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D is preferred.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is a strategic leader who combines strong technical expertise with a proven ability to grow client relationships, win new work, and lead teams. You will be motivated by building successful projects, developing talent, and contributing to the long-term growth of a respected engineering organisation.

Why Consider This Opportunity

• Executive-level leadership role with significant influence over business growth and operations.
• Opportunity to lead and expand a high-performing urban development practice.
• Employee-owned culture with long-term career growth potential.
• Established reputation with a diverse portfolio of public and private sector projects.
• Collaborative environment that values entrepreneurship, leadership, and innovation.