Director of Engineering

S&B USA Construction is a leader in delivering complex infrastructure through innovation, technical excellence, and field-driven performance. The Design & Technical Office is a Shared Services Group that supports pursuit, planning, execution, and turnover of heavy civil infrastructure projects, with a focus on constructability, modeling, and technical governance.

The Director of Engineering is responsible for establishing and leading the group, managing engineering and modeling support services across all phases of project delivery. This role sets department strategy, oversees constructability engineering, temporary works, quantity takeoff, geospatial workflows, and modeling governance. This role reports directly to executive leadership and collaborates closely with Estimating, Operations, Project Controls, Scheduling, and Commercial teams.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the strategic development and operation of the Design & Technical Office.

• Establish and maintain standards for temporary works design, modeling, and quantity takeoff (QTO).

• Oversee constructability reviews and internal engineering support across active projects.

• Coordinate with pursuit teams to support ATCs, phasing alternatives, and preliminary engineering for P3 and Design-Build bids.

• Provide oversight for modeling, CAD workflows, and integration of GPS machine control.

• Direct geospatial data acquisition (UAS, drone, survey) and model-based construction planning.

• Develop and manage the Design Quality Management System (DQMS) for internal engineering deliverables.

• Evaluate and implement professional liability coverage for internal stamped/sealed designs.

• Supervise departmental leads and manage resource assignments for projects.

• Drive innovation through pilot programs (e.g., AI QTO, 4D modeling, automated inspections).

• Align design tools and platforms across the enterprise with IT and Project Controls.

• Contribute to commercial decision-making related to design scope, consultant management, and risk mitigation.

REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering is required; Master's degree is preferred.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required; multi-state licensure or ability to obtain is strongly preferred.

Experience:

• 15+ years of experience in civil infrastructure, structural engineering, or construction engineering roles.

• Experience leading design or technical services teams within a contractor or engineering firm.

• Demonstrated experience with temporary works design, erection planning, demolition support, and constructability solutions.

• Background supporting P3, Design-Build, or alternative delivery projects is highly valued.

Skills:

• Expert-level understanding of heavy civil construction, temporary work, and engineering governance.

• Ability to develop and manage internal QA/QC systems and DQMS frameworks.

• Strong knowledge of modeling tools (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Bentley, Trimble, ACC).

• Skilled in integrating survey, geospatial data, and construction planning models.

• Proven leadership, team-building, and cross-functional coordination abilities.

• Clear communication skills with the ability to influence both technical and executive audiences.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This position is primarily indoors.

• This work environment may involve minimal exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

• Ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.

• Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.

• Exerting up to 15 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% or more of the time.

BENEFIT SUMMARY:

Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401K Plan with 4 % company match, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays

CORE VALUES:

Work Safely:Safety is our Culture

Deliver Return:Earning a fair profit increases our long-term value

Value People:Take Care of Employees and They Will Take Care of Clients

Act with Integrity:Honesty Builds Trust

Provide Solutions:Better Solutions Yield Greater Satisfaction

S&B USA Construction and all its affiliate companies are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment to qualified individuals without regard to the following criteria: race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, age, familial or marital status, ancestry, military status, veteran status or genetic information as well as any other prohibited criteria under any local, state or federal law applicable to S&B USA Construction. As part of the firm's equal employment opportunity statement, S&B USA Construction will also take affirmative action to ensure that minorities, females, veterans, and qualified people with disabilities are considered for employment and promotional opportunities.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed for the interview process, please contact Human Resources atrecruiting@shikunusa.comor Phone: 412-471-4200 ext. 1032

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