Executive Vice President - Engineering

Blew & Associates, P.A. is a national engineering, environmental and surveying firm that has been in business for over 130 years. We are committed to ensuring accuracy, minimizing risk, and building a sustainable future. BLEW has an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality services to clients across the United States. We are looking for a highly motivated, team oriented individual to join our team as an Executive Vice President (EVP) of the Civil Engineering Division. This individual must be able to lead, motivate, inspire and hold accountable our team of engineers to accomplish the companies overall goals.

The EVP of Engineering will:

• Establishes, communicates, and implements engineering and development policies, practices, standards, and security measures to ensure effective and consistent operations
• Negotiates cost-effective contracts for the organization
• Establishes and administers the departments budget
• Contribute to recruitment activities.
• Ensures that projects are completed within budget and in an economical manner
• Maintains knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in engineering and development related to the organizations industry
• Ensures that departmental decisions such as staffing, development, organization, hardware acquisitions, and facilities are in line with the organizations business plan and vision
• Oversees the preparation and final approval of project plans
• Collaborates with the company's executive leadership team to develop and meet organizational goals while supplying expertise and guidance on projects, operations, and systems
• Identifies, recommends, and implements new technologies and systems to improve organizational processes and decision-making
• Establishes and implements the strategic direction of the company's engineering and development initiatives
• Work with the Business Development team to continue to build the client base of the department
• Conduct or acquire cost analysis for development projects
• Performs other duties as needed
• Prepare or delegate preparation of schedule for project completion dates

Requirements

• Familiarity with rules, regulations, best practices and performance standards
• Expert knowledge navigating contracts and legal requirements
• Demonstrate persistence, tenacity and consistency in pursuing client prospects.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Hold a current engineer license (multiple state licenses are a plus)
• Excellent time management and organization skills
• Ability to work with multiple discipline projects
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in relevant software such as Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Civil 3D and specialized estimating software
• Ability to listen to customers and understand their needs and objectives to better respond and offer services and solutions
• Decision making ability and leadership skills
• BS/MA in Civil Engineering or related discipline of study
• Ability to demonstrate poise and resolve, in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to communicate with a variety of professionals clearly and effectively, including colleagues and clients
• Excellent analytical and mathematical skills

Benefits

• 100% employer paid Life Insurance Coverage with employee buy up options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Vacation Pay
• 100% coverage of health benefits including Medical and Dental with optional family and/or dependent enrollment paid by employee at a group rate
• 401(k) matching program: company match 100% of your deferrals up to 3% of your compensation, plus 50% of your deferrals over 3% not exceeding 5% of your compensation
• Company Computer
• 50% company contribution towards Vision coverage
• Sign on Bonus and Relocation Bonus may apply
• Holiday Pay
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,250 per year)
• 100% employer paid Short-Term Disability with employee buy up options
• Bonuses and Commission may apply
• Company Cell Phone
• Sick Pay