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Public Works Division Manager

Civil Science, Inc., Fargo, ND, United States


Public Works Division Manager
Locations: Dickinson, North Dakota, United States; Fargo, North Dakota, United States; Williston, North Dakota, United States.

Civil Science is seeking an experienced

Public Works Division Manager

to lead our public works practice in North Dakota. As a Division Manager, you’ll report to the Area Manager and oversee Project Managers, Engineers, Surveyors, and support staff within the Public Works Division. This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed engineer who thrives in team leadership, business development, and delivering technical excellence.

Division Leadership & Strategic Responsibilities

Set strategic direction for the public works division, aligned with company goals.

Lead division level planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking.

Drive division-level quality, risk management, and safety compliance.

Develop staff through mentoring, hiring, and company performance management programs.

Represent Civil Science in municipal, regional, and state forums and industry organizations.

Business Development Responsibilities

Lead business development efforts for the ND public works market, including identifying new clients, pursuing strategic opportunities, and overseeing proposal development.

Monitor municipal funding cycles and position the Division for upcoming opportunities.

Cultivate long-term relationships with agencies, councils, and community partners.

Required Qualifications

North Dakota PE

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

12+ years of experience with strong technical background in public works and civil infrastructure projects specifically involving water, sewer, storm sewer and land development.

Proven ability to develop and sustain revenue-generating client relationships in the North Dakota public works market.

Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.

Ability to travel and meet client needs throughout North Dakota and potentially in surrounding states.

Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and be able to pass both a criminal background check and driving record review.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

Must be able to work on active construction sites, which may include uneven terrain, exposure to varying weather conditions, and moderate to high noise levels.

Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Key Competencies

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Business development & relationship-building

Leadership & talent acquisition/development

Technical and North Dakota regulatory/funding expertise, particularly involving wet infrastructure

Communication & negotiation skills

Why Join Civil Science?

Ownership in Your Future:

At Civil Science, we’re proud to be a 100% employee-owned firm. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), you’ll have the chance to grow your career and save for retirement.

Room to Grow:

Say goodbye to corporate red tape. Our agile structure empowers you to take ownership of projects, explore new roles, and accelerate your career.

Work-Life Harmony:

Your time outside of work matters. We offer flexibility to ensure your career complements your personal life.

Comprehensive Benefits:

Enjoy three weeks of PTO, eight holidays, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and a 401K plan.

Civil Science evaluates and determines on a case-by‑case basis whether it is willing to sponsor an individual to receive a temporary or permanent work visa (e.g., E-3, H-1B, H-1B1, or TN visa status).

Civil Science provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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