Senior Civil Engineer / Client Manager at Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. – Muskegon, Michigan

Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc.
Position Title: Senior Civil Engineer / Client Manager

Location: Remote-Michigan | Munster IN | Kalamazoo MI | Muskegon MI | St. Joseph MI

Position Type: Full time
Description:

Imagine being an employee-owner of a company guided by engaged and empowered team members like yourself. Where a culture of respect, flexibility, and accountability aren't just ideals - they're our foundation, and diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued as drivers of innovation and growth. Join us, as together, we are Building a Better World for All of Us®.

You belong at SEHSEH is currenting searching for a Senior Civil Engineer / Client Manager to join our talented Civil team!

Why our employee-owners love SEH:

• "I was on vacation last week and had zero concerns that my colleagues would help out with anything that came into my inbox!" – GIS Analyst
• "What company has a CEO who cares enough to seek out one-on-one conversations ranging from 'How are you?' to 'What do you think would help the company?' SEH, that's who. " – Civil Engineering Technician
• "Having the feeling that my voice matters and believing that SEH truly cares about the employees is so satisfying!" – Sr Financial Analyst
• "It feels good having colleagues and supervisors that provide support and resources for growth and learning!" – Civil Engineer
• "This is the first company I've worked for with a true entrepreneurial spirit." – Sr Mechanical Engineer

Why you’ll love SEH:

• Collaborate on amazing projects of varying size and complexity that positively impact communities
• Being 100% employee-owned means we all share in the company’s success
• Career development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training
• Work arrangements that promote work/life balance
• Flexible holidays enable individuals to tailor their festivities
• Paid Family Leave provides time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choice

SEH is expanding in our Western Michigan and Northern Indiana geographies! We are currently searching for a talented Senior Civil Engineer / Client Manager to join and grow with our Civil team!

This Opportunity:

• This opportunity is also open to candidates residing in the following areas: Kalamazoo, MI, St. Joseph, MI, Grand Rapids, MI, Holland, MI, Grand Havin MI, Traverse, MI, and the Battle Creek Region MI
• Building relationships with new and existing clients
• Planning, developing, coordinating, and directing multiple projects for a variety of clients
• Understanding market needs and trends to identify and act on opportunities to win work
• Maintaining close relationships with clients throughout development of projects and after completion
• Hiring, managing, mentoring, and working with staff as needed to provide a positive team environment.
• Maintaining an understanding of relevant regulatory programs, funding opportunities, design standards and procedures through active participation in continuing education programs and professional associations
• Representing SEH with local governments, municipalities and other agencies at project and public meetings
• Responding to RFQ’s
• Preparing project approaches, scopes and fees required to complete projects
• Presenting proposals to clients, interviewing for projects, and selecting project teams
• Determining major project design decisions in conjunction with client

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or other related engineering field of study
• Registered as a Professional Engineer in the states of Indiana or Michigan
• Previous experience with design, construction and project management of municipal infrastructure and/or land development projects
• Experience in proposal writing and client management; demonstrated ability to develop new business opportunities and win project proposals
• Must be located in Michigan and able to travel for client meetings, as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of fifteen (15) years of previous experience in the Civil Engineering field
• Located in western Michigan or northern Indiana
• Previous experience managing a staff of engineering professionals and serving as a technical mentor for junior level staff
• Current affiliation and/or membership with local, state or national Civil Engineering societies and associations

Who We Are

Better Places. Clean Water. Renewing Infrastructure. Improving Mobility. SEH is an employee-owned engineering, architectural, planning, and environmental company, offering a wide variety of services. We've been helping government, industrial, and commercial clients find solutions to complex challenges since 1927. Our 900+ employee-owners across the US unite behind our core purpose of Building a Better World for All of Us®.

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $140,000 and $165,000 based on skill set and experience. Check out our full benefits package at SEH Hiring Journey.

Due to current business and operational considerations, unable to hire employees residing in the following states at this time: AK, AR, CA, CT, DE, HI, KY, MA, RI, VT, and PR. Candidates willing to relocate should indicate this in their application.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

SEH is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We take affirmative action to ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: SEH does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by SEH’s Talent Director, SEH reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.

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