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# Civil Engineering Practice Leader - Northern California at Lumos & Associates

- **Company:** Lumos & Associates
- **Location:** Sacramento, CA
- **Compensation:** $160k–$220k
- **Posted:** 2026-08-31
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-13
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/lumosassociates/jobs/5226768007

## Job description

Lumos & Associates is seeking an experienced Northern California Civil Engineering Practice Leader to lead and grow our Civil Engineering practice in the greater Sacramento region from our Roseville, California office.

This is a unique opportunity for a motivated civil engineering leader to help expand Lumos’ presence in Northern California, develop lasting client relationships, lead meaningful infrastructure projects, and mentor a talented, multidisciplinary team.

This role is ideal for someone with an entrepreneurial mindset, strong relationship-building skills, and proven experience leading civil engineering teams and projects in a consulting environment.

## What You Will Do

As the Northern California Civil Engineering Practice Leader, you will play a key role in leading and expanding Lumos’ Engineering Division in the Sacramento region. You will be responsible for developing business opportunities, managing client relationships, overseeing project delivery, and supporting the growth and development of your team. This position provides an opportunity to build and grow a practice within your discipline and geographic market, while also broadening your leadership reach by supporting and mentoring people across other disciplines within the local engineering team, with the resources and support of the broader company behind you.

Primary responsibilities include:

- Lead business development efforts and promote repeat and referral business with existing and prospective clients.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, government agencies, allied professionals, and subconsultants.
- Participate in networking events, business development meetings, and industry-related opportunities.
- Review, provide guidance on, and direct responses to SOQs, RFPs, and RFQs.
- Manage client projects from start to finish, ensuring high-quality service and successful project outcomes.
- Oversee project delivery for a variety of civil engineering projects, including municipal infrastructure, public works, water, wastewater, stormwater, transportation, and site development projects.
- Review and approve fee proposals and scopes of work prepared by the group.
- Manage group backlog and identify current and future staffing needs.
- Oversee delegation of work and distribution of project load to support efficiency, quality, and a healthy work/life balance.
- Prepare and present projects to local authorities, including planning boards, city councils, and staff review committees.
- Communicate business strategy, priorities, and key results to operations staff.
- Facilitate regular staff meetings to promote open, transparent, and consistent communication.
- Recruit, hire, mentor, coach, and support the professional development of engineering staff.
- Promote positive employee relations, support team building, and help resolve employee issues when needed.
- Formulate and recommend engineering policies and programs that support the organization’s competitive position and long-term growth.
- Serve as a liaison between division leadership, executive leadership, and operations staff regarding decisions, policies, procedures, and performance expectations.
- Support other duties and special projects as assigned.

## What We Are Looking For

## Experience

- 10+ years of proven experience in civil engineering consulting, project management, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience managing civil engineering projects and client relationships.
- Prior experience managing, supervising, training, coaching, developing, and motivating engineering teams.
- Proven success developing new business opportunities and supporting client proposals.
- Experience with municipal infrastructure, public works, water, wastewater, stormwater, transportation, or site development projects preferred.
- Experience presenting projects to local agencies, boards, councils, or review committees preferred.
- Strong understanding of consulting operations, project delivery, client service, backlog management, and staffing needs.

Education & Licensure

- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university with an emphasis in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
- Registered Professional Civil Engineer in California.

Leadership Qualities

- Charismatic, approachable, and relationship-focused with clients and colleagues.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong drive to grow the business.
- Proven leader who balances accountability, empathy, and motivation.
- Collaborative and open to diverse perspectives and teamwork.
- Leads with integrity, respect, and clear communication.
- Trusted, transparent, and reliable, with a strong appreciation for others’ contributions.
- Inspires vision, innovation, and high-quality results.
- Empowers teams through autonomy, feedback, recognition, and support.
- Self-motivated and comfortable leading initiatives in a dynamic, fast-paced, and deadline-driven environment.

## Skills & Requirements

- Strong project management, time management, and organizational skills.
- Ability to apply cost/benefit analysis to requested projects and business decisions.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to lead strategy and execute consistently.
- Ability to build trust, encourage cross-functional cooperation, and support a highly engaged team environment.
- Valid driver’s license and driving record with 3 or fewer demerit points.

Why Join Us?

- Lead and grow Lumos’ Civil Engineering practice from our Roseville office.
- Make a direct impact on the company’s growth throughout the greater Sacramento region.
- Build meaningful client relationships and help shape the future of the local practice.
- Mentor and develop a talented, multidisciplinary team.
- Work on impactful infrastructure and community-focused projects.
- Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional growth opportunities.

Ready to help lead the next chapter of Lumos’ growth in Northern California? Apply today to join Lumos & Associates as our Northern California Civil Engineering Practice Leader in Roseville, California.

Pay Transparency Statement

The compensation range reflects the Company’s reasonable expectation at the time of posting. We consider a number of factors when making individual compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, and other business needs.

California salary pay range $160,000—$220,000 USD

Benefits offered to eligible full-time employees include:

- Competitive salary and annual bonus
- Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
- Generous company matched 401(k) plan with a Roth provision
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Eight (8) paid holidays
- Life insurance (company paid)
- Short and long-term disability insurance (company paid)
- Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Accounts
- Culture that provides work-life balance, and professional development and is community driven
- And much more!

## About Lumos & Associates

## Core Business
- Primary industry: Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Surveying, Construction Services
- Target customers: B2B – government agencies, municipalities, developers, and infrastructure contractors (public and private sector)
- Mission or purpose statement: *“Through critical infrastructure design, we serve our communities.”* (from website) – and they emphasize hiring and mentoring great talent to serve local communities.

## Products & Services
- **Civil Engineering**: Design and planning for water/wastewater, stormwater, transportation, and land development.
- **Structural Engineering**: Analysis and design of structures for commercial, residential, and public works.
- **Geotechnical Engineering**: Soil testing, foundation analysis, and materials laboratory services.
- **Surveying**: Land surveying, boundary, topographic, and construction staking.
- **Construction Services**: Inspection, project coordination, and materials testing (Carson City Materials Lab).

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue – approximately **$6.0M** (LinkedIn estimate) | Total Funding – not applicable (bootstrapped/private)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: No external investors listed; partners include local agencies (Nevada Department of Transportation, City of South Lake Tahoe, etc.) and engineering firms (Manhard Consulting, Stantec, etc.) as talent sources.
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew **12.3% YoY** (to ~100 employees); active job postings increased **66.7% YoY**; LinkedIn followers grew **41.1%** annually. Expanding into Idaho (Boise office).

## Competitive Advantages
- **Longevity & Reputation**: Founded in 1978 – over 45 years of trusted service in the region.
- **Multidisciplinary “One-Stop”**: Combines civil, structural, geotechnical, surveying, and construction inspection under one roof, reducing client coordination.
- **Community Roots**: Deep local presence with offices in Reno, Carson City, Fallon, Lake Tahoe, Roseville, El Dorado Hills, and Boise – strong relationships with municipal clients.
- **Employee-Centric Culture**: 4.9/5 employer rating on LinkedIn, high marks for culture (4.8), career (4.7), and work-life balance (4.5).

## Strategic Focus
- Current priorities: Expanding into new geographies (Boise, Idaho office opened), growing water/wastewater and stormwater practices, and investing in employee development and innovation.
- Emphasis on mentoring and collaboration to maintain longevity and stability (per website core values).

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Values-driven – “Own It,” “Take Pride,” “Stay Moving,” “Make it Right,” “Dip Down” (support each other). Strong sense of community and teamwork.
- **Benefits**: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision; generous PTO; paid holidays; 401K with company match; company-paid life and disability insurance; relocation assistance may be available.
- **Work Environment**: Offices across Nevada, California, and Idaho – likely hybrid/office-based (engineering field work). High employee satisfaction (4.9/5 on LinkedIn).
- **Growth**: Active hiring with 15 open positions (as of mid-2026); opportunities for career advancement in technical and project management tracks.

## Sources
1. [lumosinc.com](https://lumosinc.com/)
2. [lumosinc.com/careers](https://lumosinc.com/careers/)
3. [job-boards.greenhouse.io/lumosassociates](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/lumosassociates)
4. [lumosinc.com/our-story](https://lumosinc.com/our-story/)
5. [linkedin.com/company/lumos-and-associates](https://www.linkedin.com/company/lumos-and-associates)

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