🚀 Civil Engineering Director – Structures

Overview

Join to apply for the Civil Engineering Director – Structures role at JT Engineering, Inc. JT is seeking a Director of Structures to lead projects across Wisconsin, overseeing the structures group and contributing to JT’s municipal, transportation, and site development efforts. This role offers career growth, a vibrant culture, and opportunities to make a real difference in the communities we serve.

Job Type

Full-time

Description

We are hiring for our Green Bay, Madison, Milwaukee, and Eau Claire, WI offices. The ideal candidate will have expertise in leading the business group for bridge, retaining wall, and box culvert design and will play a key role across JT’s municipal, transportation, and site development groups. Responsibilities include leading the structures business plan, pursuing strategic opportunities, and ensuring project success from scope to delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and track a business plan for the structures group that supports JT’s growth
• Coordinate long-term strategic pursuits
• Communicate with clients to ensure satisfaction and retention
• Determine staffing needs and assist in recruitment and retention
• Work with the executive team to align service line plans with company goals
• Ensure projects meet deadlines, specifications, budgets, and client expectations
• Succession planning for all service line staff/positions
• Mentor and develop staff
• Develop and manage the service line budget and oversee project budgets/profitability
• Coordinate overhead across service lines and review contracts/proposals
• Identify capital purchases and software needs
• Coordinate staff training and marketing/business development
• Track and forecast service line backlog and project schedules

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an accredited university
• 12+ years of experience in structural engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Wisconsin or ability to obtain PE
• Experience managing structural design projects and design staff
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and local regulations and permitting
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Solid organization and time management skills
• Self-disciplined/motivated with ability to work in a team
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to worksites and client meetings
• Legally authorized to work permanently in the country where this position is located
• Occasional travel for professional development and project-related work

Life at JT: Benefits and Perks

JT offers competitive salaries, comprehensive insurance, retirement plans, performance incentives, professional development, wellness programs, and more. We cultivate a strong employee culture and team environment.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Quarterly incentive bonuses and an annual bonus program
• Competitive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401K with company match
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Paid Community Service Hours
• Technical and leadership training opportunities
• Wellness programs and a healthy work/life balance
• Casual dress code and a collaborative, supportive environment
• Multiple Wisconsin office locations with internal transfer options

Equal Opportunity

JT Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Company

Founded in 2005, JT Engineering, Inc. has over 100 employees with offices across Wisconsin. Core services include construction engineering, land development, land surveying, local government, structural engineering, traffic and transportation engineering, and water resources engineering.