Senior Practice Leader - Civil Engineering
Langan Engineering & Environmental Services
$117,000 - $171,000 / year
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Description
Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.
Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.
Job Summary
Langan is seeking a Senior Practice Leader - Civil Engineering to join its collaborative team in Sacramento, CA. This individual will serve a key function in leading and supporting business development, engineering design, and related permitting efforts for a variety of multidisciplinary land development projects. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work top industry leadership in a continuous learning environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Lead the design, permitting, and execution of residential, institutional, commercial centers, warehouse distribution centers, and mixed-use projects for both public and private clients;
- Collaborate with office and regional leadership to develop strategic growth plans and optimize staff utilization;
- Demonstrate an entrepreneurial mindset by actively contributing to business development efforts - cultivating new client relationships for the firm and strengthening partnerships with existing clients;
- Oversee site/civil engineering efforts from concept through completion, including site layout, grading, drainage, infrastructure, erosion, and sediment control;
- Provide technical leadership and oversight in stormwater management, hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, SWPPP preparation;
- Contribute to technical and proposal writing with strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and sound judgment;
- Apply integrated knowledge of land development engineering, including coordination with geotechnical and environmental disciplines; and
- Perform other duties as requested.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required;
- Possess a valid Professional Engineer license in California;
- 16+ years of successful, local and related site / civil engineering experience with a concentration in land development on both small and large projects;
- Proven success in client development, client management, and project delivery abilities;
- Active participation in professional organizations;
- Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment, and to mentor project and staff engineers;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences;
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities.
Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.
Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!
Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.
Certain US jurisdictions require Langan to include an estimate of salary or hourly ranges. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as related work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills. Certain roles may be eligible for overtime and participation in the firm's annual bonus and performance review program. Bonuses are discretionary and based on individual job performance and the profitability of the firm. Employees are also eligible to receive up to 20 days of paid vacation time, 10 days of paid sick time and 10 paid holidays throughout the year. Eligibility and actual paid time off may vary based on local law and factors such as hours worked, related work experience and level.
Please review our Applicant Privacy Notice at Collection to understand how we collect, use, and retain your personal information: https://www.langan.com/langan-notice-at-collection
About this role
Leading civil engineering projects across the full development lifecycle—from initial site layout and grading through permitting and construction—this Senior Practice Leader role sits at the intersection of technical delivery and business growth. You'll oversee site and infrastructure design for residential, commercial, institutional, and mixed-use projects while taking an active hand in cultivating client relationships and identifying new business opportunities. The position demands both depth in land development engineering (stormwater management, hydrologic analysis, erosion control) and breadth across related disciplines like geotechnical and environmental work.
This is a role for someone with 16+ years of hands-on civil engineering experience in California who holds a PE license and has proven success managing both complex projects and client relationships. You'll work independently on technical decisions while also mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with office and regional leadership on strategic planning. The work requires strong communication skills—the ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences—alongside meticulous attention to detail and sound judgment under competing priorities.
Langan offers a competitive compensation package ($117,000–$171,000) with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) matching, professional development reimbursement, and generous paid time off. The firm emphasizes career growth through mentoring programs, extensive training, and a collaborative culture across its 50+ offices nationwide.
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