Lead Civil Engineer

Lead Civil Engineer

The Foth Companies

United States, Wisconsin, Milwaukee

Jun 10, 2025

Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 700 members across 29 locations are dedicated to solving our clients' toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering s Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart, caring team of colleagues, consider joining us at Foth.

Foth is currently seeking an innovative and results-driven Lead Civil Engineer to lead project teams focused on large-scale civil site development from conceptual planning through construction. This role will preferably be located in one of our offices in the Midwest United States . A highly qualified candidate may be considered for a fully remote position.

Primary Responsibilities:

Lead large-scale multi-discipline civil site design and construction activities across various industries

Oversee the completion of technical engineering activities from strategic planning through project closure

Preparation of feasibility studies and technical design reports, including engineering cost estimating

Understand and interpret design and construction specifications

Oversee the preparation of construction drawings for projects including site grading, paving, and utilities, including storm water systems, wastewater collection, and water distribution systems

Engage and collaborate with the diverse technical service areas across Foth to provide unique engineering solutions

Participate in regular and impromptu client meetings serving as a trusted and reliable partner

Delegate tasks to a multi-disciplined team of technicians, engineers, and scientists

Mentor and coach team members of various experience levels

Lead subcontractors for design and construction activities that Foth chooses not to self-perform

Perform in tasks such as; field activities, material testing, CADD work, permit applications, report writing, technical reports, feasibility studies, and engineering designs

Prepare and collaborate on design drawings using CADD principles

Lead and/or support the development of design standards and best practices

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Minimum of 10 years of experience hands-on engineering consisting of design, permitting and feasibility studies for civil site design projects that include public/private utilities, stormwater, roadways, and grading

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years of experience partnering with clients as an engineering consultant

10+ years of experience planning, designing, and constructing civil site design projects

Experience with large-scale site design of industrial, manufacturing, and/or production facilities

Why Foth:

Established Reputation : With over 85 years of success, we are proud to be 100% member-owned.

Dynamic Culture : Benefit from a values-based, client-centered, and flexible work environment, with ample professional growth opportunities and supportive colleagues, contributing to our impressive 92+% member retention rate.

Challenging Projects : Engage in diverse and exciting projects that promote continuous professional growth and development.

Join our team and experience the Foth difference! Learn more at foth.com/careers

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free. Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth's Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law.

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