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As a Public Works Team Lead, you will lead the design and coordination of infrastructure projects including roadway, intersection, public utilities, pedestrian sidewalks, and multi-use trail improvement projects. You'll apply your expertise in horizontal design and public infrastructure planning using Civil 3D and other design tools. In this leadership role, you'll mentor staff engineers, guide technical development, and ensure quality and consistency across deliverables. Collaborating closely with your Project Manager and multidisciplinary teams, you'll contribute to impactful projects that serve communities and enhance mobility. We value long-term relationships with municipal and agency clients, both locally and nationally. Primary Responsibilities
- Be responsible for the team's quality of work, productivity, and actions.
- Direct and support production teams by assigning tasks, balancing workloads, and ensuring high-quality deliverables that meet technical and regulatory standards.
- Oversee the full lifecycle of projects-from planning and design through construction documentation and administration-ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget.
- Collaborate with Project Managers and Discipline Leads on project budgeting, scheduling, staffing forecasts, and proposal development.
- Offer expert guidance on design, code compliance, and technical problem-solving, including implementation of Quality Management Programs, QA reviews, engineering/architectural calculations, and documentation accuracy.
- Serve as a technical liaison between internal teams, clients, consultants, and authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs) to ensure project clarity, alignment, and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Interpret and apply company, client, and jurisdictional requirements, standards and applicable codes to ensure all designs and documentation meet professional, legal and safety obligations.
- Perform or coordinate site visits, field measurements, and construction observations to validate existing conditions and support construction administration.
- Implement and uphold quality management processes, recommend design improvements, and contribute to the development of best practices and standards.
- Lead meetings, document decisions, and clearly communicate project goals, updates, and changes to all relevant parties, including clients and senior leadership.
- Supervising direct reports is a key responsibility of this job.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or related field is required.
- Minimum of 8 years of professional experience is required.
- Minimum of 2 years in a leadership or management role is preferred.
- Completion of Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (FE) and certification as an EIT with a state licensure board is preferred.
- Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is preferred.
- Computer skills necessary to enter daily timesheet data and use Microsoft Outlook for email correspondence.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, AutoTurn, Deltek, BlueBeam Revu and other applicable design software.
Benefits and Perks
- Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule
- Paid Time Off - Credited to You 100% Upfront
- 401K with a Company Match
- Rewards and Recognition Program
- Training and Development to Foster Professional Growth
- Paid Holidays
- Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage
- Welcome Box
- Casual Dress Code
- Reimbursement for Professional Licenses
- Paid Time Off for Community Team Service Events
- Voluntary or Supplemental Short-Term / Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company Paid Bonding and Recovery
- Employee Events such as Lunches and Outings to Foster a Positive Work Environment
Keywords: Transportation, Roadway, Roadway Design Engineer, Professional Engineer, PE
CESO is a principle-centered organization that aligns with strong service values, integrity, and authenticity. We develop and inspire through training and coaching on the job. At CESO, we believe that work should be more rewarding than just a paycheck. In addition to a comprehensive benefit and compensation program, we create memories and friendships through our employee and service events.
CESO, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This organization participates in E-Verify and is a drug-free workplace. Criminal background checks and drug/alcohol checks are required. Apply for this job |
CESO, Inc.
paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
Aug 19, 2025