Civil Engineer Team Lead - Public Works

As a Civil Engineer Team Lead - Public Works, you'll oversee a team of engineers, manage impactful public works projects ensuring they are on schedule and within budget. Your role also includes reviewing engineering designs and collaborating with clients and regulatory bodies, playing a vital part in fostering professional relationships and strategies for business growth.

For the Civil Engineer Team Lead - Public Works role, candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited program, 5-7 years of relevant experience, and preferably a PE License or the ability to obtain one. Leadership experience and strong project planning skills are also essential to excel in this position.

Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and related design software is crucial for the Civil Engineer Team Lead - Public Works position. This knowledge will aid in creating accurate designs and cost estimates, ensuring high-quality project outcomes.

Our company is committed to career growth, offering leadership development and opportunities for professional advancement. As a Civil Engineer Team Lead - Public Works, you’ll be given the support and resources to enhance your skills and progress in your engineering career.

The compensation for the Civil Engineer Team Lead - Public Works position ranges from $95,000 to $130,000 annually, depending on experience. Additionally, the position includes various benefits such as healthcare, dental, vision, and a 401k match.

In your response, outline the project scope, your leadership role, and how you navigated challenges while ensuring quality and timeliness. Emphasize your strategic problem-solving skills and your ability to inspire your team during difficult times.

Discuss your project management techniques, such as regular check-ins, setting clear expectations, and using project management software to track progress. Highlight the importance of communication within the team and with stakeholders to accomplish on-time deliveries.

Mention collaborative practices such as team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and open-door policies that encourage sharing ideas. Emphasize the importance of mentoring junior staff and how it contributes to a positive team culture.

Choose a project that showcases your technical skills and leadership. Discuss the project's impact on the community and any unique challenges you faced, which will illustrate your commitment to quality and innovation in civil engineering.

Explain your methods for keeping up-to-date with regulations, such as attending workshops, participating in professional organizations, and subscribing to industry publications. This demonstrates your dedication to ensuring compliance in all projects.

Provide an example where you successfully resolved a conflict by facilitating open communication and finding a solution that satisfied all parties. Emphasize your leadership style that prioritizes collaboration and understanding.

Discuss your approach to budget management, including cost estimation and tracking expenses and adjustments throughout the project lifecycle. Highlight your ability to align financial goals with project outcomes.

Share a specific instance where you introduced a new process or technology that enhanced efficiency or quality in project delivery. This would illustrate your forward-thinking approach and dedication to continuous improvement.

Describe your approach to managing client relationships, such as regular updates, soliciting feedback, and being responsive to their needs. Highlight how this strategy has led to successful collaborations in previous projects.

Identify key leadership qualities such as communication, empathy, technical knowledge, and the ability to inspire others. Share a brief example showcasing how you embody these traits in your leadership style.