Civil Engineering Manager-EPC

Whether you're a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more.

If you're looking to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best and brightest in the industry, we want to hear from you. Since our founding over 100+ years ago, Rosendin has been driven to positively impact the communities where we live and work. We are an organization built on integrity and we have a culture that empowers people, embraces diversity, and inspires everyone to do their best.  As one of the largest EMPLOYEE-OWNED electrical contractors in the United States, you will have the unique benefit of being a shareholder at a company that is experiencing tremendous growth and success. When our people succeed and fuel our success, we reward them. We'd love to have you as a shareholder  

The Civil Engineering Manager - EPC is a senior technical and people-leadership role responsible for overseeing all civil engineering aspects of utility-scale solar PV, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and substation projects across the United States. This role provides technical authority, execution oversight, and team leadership from preconstruction through project closeout, ensuring designs are code-compliant, constructible, cost-effective, and aligned with EPC contract requirements.

The Civil Engineering Manager - EPC partners closely with Preconstruction, Estimating, Project Management, Field Operations, and external engineering consultants, while mentoring and managing internal civil engineering staff.

• Lead civil engineering scope development for utility-scale solar, BESS, and substation projects from early development through construction completion.

• Serve as technical authority for site grading, drainage, hydrology, foundations, roads, fencing, equipment pads, and underground utilities.

• Review and approve civil engineering design packages, calculations, and reports for code compliance, constructability, and value optimization.

• Act as Engineer of Record (EOR) as required and oversee delegated engineering responsibilities.

• Provide alternative engineering solutions and value-engineering recommendations to reduce cost, schedule risk, and construction complexity.

• Interface directly with civil, geotechnical, and structural subconsultants to ensure design intent and EPC requirements are met.

• Support preliminary site layouts, site constraints mapping, and buildable area assessments.

• Assist estimating teams with civil assumptions, allowances, and risk identification.

• Develop and refine civil engineering scopes of work aligned with EPC contracts.

• Support EPC contract review, negotiations, and clarifications related to civil scope, risk allocation, and constructability.

• Conduct site visits to observe construction progress and verify conformance with design documents.

• Review topographic surveys, grading plans, drainage features, and post/foundation elevations to ensure alignment with design intent.

• Lead, mentor, and develop civil engineers, designers, and technical staff.

• Plan and allocate engineering resources across multiple active projects.

• Provide technical coaching, performance feedback, and career development guidance.

• Coordinate workload forecasting, staffing needs, and engineering budgets with leadership.

• Serve as primary civil engineering point of contact for internal stakeholders, clients, AHJs, and regulatory agencies.

• Participate in design reviews, coordination meetings, and project leadership meetings.

• Communicate risks, design challenges, and mitigation strategies to project leadership.

• The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing and other duties will be assigned based on the position's role within the business unit.

• Proficient in site engineering/land developing engineering and design such as, site planning, grading, drainage, erosion and sediment control, stormwater quantity and quality analysis and design.

• Proficient in hydrology and hydraulics and calculations for stormwater using computer software, rational method, Manning's Equation, and culvert nomographs.

• Thorough understanding of grading design for drainage, earthwork, and system grading criteria.

• Grading design for large solar and BESS projects using Civil 3D required.

• Thorough understanding of local permitting requirements and expected timelines (stormwater, land development, etc.) in areas with high concentrations of solar development.

• Proficient using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

• Proficient using Autodesk Civil 3D.

• Proficient using QGIS or ArcGIS Pro

• Experience with industry typical stormwater software such as HydroCAD or similar software.

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary.

• Effective oral and written communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player.

• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, vendors, clients, and others.

• Demonstrated experience leading projects & teams from early development through construction.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or other similar discipline.

• Professional Civil Engineering license required.

• Minimum years of experience.

• Up to 25-30%

• General work environment – sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning

• Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite.

• We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions.

• Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.

Rosendin is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. 

• ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership

• 401 K

• Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement

• 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance

• Disability Income Protection Insurance

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)

• Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation

Pay Range

The pay range for this role is what we expect to pay for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this job description. Candidate's pay can vary based on location, job-related experience, skills, and education.

Our success is rooted in our people. We all come together around long-term vision and a sense of shared ownership. As a group, we do whatever it takes to ensure the success of our business…and your career.

Rosendin Electric is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.