Civil Engineering Practice Leader

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services

Senior Civil Practice Leader managing and growing site development engineering operations in Charlotte, NC. Leading client management, technical design, and team development for diverse projects.

Posted 5/29/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work closely with firm leadership to develop and execute strategic growth plans
Lead in the identification and pursuit of new clients, develop additional work within an existing project and attend business development meetings with new and existing clients
Provide direct oversight and management of junior staff for specific project assignments
Coach, train, and motivate a multidisciplinary team
Serve as technical leader for the design and permitting of commercial, residential, institutional, warehouse distribution centers, and mixed-use projects for both private and public clients
Guide workforce planning and hiring initiatives for the office
Lead site/civil efforts on a variety of project sites including the ability to design and oversee site layout, grading, drainage, infrastructure, erosion and sediment control, etc. from concept through completion
Lead storm water management design, hydrologic/hydraulic analysis and design, and site utility design
Demonstrate experience in all aspects of site development engineering including the integration of geotechnical and environmental engineering
Perform other duties as requested.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
15+ years of successful, local and related site/civil engineering experience with a concentration in site development on both small and large projects
Possess an established network of regional clientele, and strong client development and client management abilities
North Carolina Professional Engineering license
Site/civil experience on a variety of project sites including the ability to design and oversee site layout, grading, drainage, infrastructure, erosion and sediment control, etc. from concept through completion
Proficiency of AutoCAD or Civil 3D preferred
Active participation in professional organizations
Experience in technical and proposal writing
Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities
Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment
Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Benefits

Comp & perks

full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
life insurance
short- and long-term disability insurance
paid pregnancy disability leave
401(k)/Roth with company match
paid time off including parental and military leave
employee referral and professional license bonuses
educational reimbursement
employee resource groups
flexible work schedules
extensive training
wellness programs
buddy and mentoring programs
much more!

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Hard Skills & Tools

site development engineeringstorm water management designhydrologic analysishydraulic analysissite utility designgradingdrainageerosion controlsediment controlAutoCAD

Soft Skills

leadershipcoachingtrainingmotivationclient developmentclient managementattention to detailanalytical skillsmultitaskingjudgment

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil EngineeringNorth Carolina Professional Engineering license