Head of Section - Civil Engineering

All locations
  • Austin, TX, United States
  • Portland, OR, United States
  • Houston, TX, United States
  • Medford, MA, United States
  • Seattle, WA, United States
Business:
Energy Systems
Position type:
Full Time
Contract type:
Permanent Employee
Job ID:
5867
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Overview

About us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About Energy Systems

We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry.

About the role

Are you passionate about driving digital transformation and engineering excellence in the renewable energy space?

Do you thrive in leading technical solutions while shaping industry standards?

DNV Energy System is seeking a Head of Section - Civil Engineering, to set and execute the strategy and vision, and to support our customers through all of their current and future advisory needs. The Head of Section offers strategic leadership, achievement of operational results, people management, networks to on-board new customers and services, and seeks new ways to delight current customers to ensure repeat business with our engineering consulting services. They will be aware of market opportunities where we can differentiate, change business models, and lead innovation initiatives. They will work closely with our independent and owner’s engineering teams, and independently within their department, on commercial opportunities to strengthen and expand the business, including driving the doer/seller culture, and adapting the service offerings to respond where customers perceive the greatest level of market risk within Civil Engineering. They direct service line activities and drive technical competence development within the section, aligned with Energy Systems strategy.

The Head of Section has a strong focus on delivery, utilization, and efficiency within the section. They partner with key account managers and regional segment managers in delivering a harmonized global customer experience while stimulating collaboration within their section/team as well across the organization. They must ensure that they have the right number of staff with the right capabilities and strives for a high-performing, collaborative culture and exceptional employee experience.

Within DNV’s Renewables and Power Grids group and organizational culture, how we collectively influence the world for future generations matters deeply to us. Our team works every day to increase the widespread deployment and operation of renewables to address climate change and positively impact society; endeavors to achieve our purpose through the success of our Customers; and strives to be high-performing and innovative. Our approach reflects the equity, respect, and diversity we wish to see in the world.

This position can be located in our Austin, TX; Houston, TX; Medford, MA; Portland, OR; and Seattle, WA offices, presenting a dynamic hybrid schedule where employees will typically spend three (3) days per week working from either a DNV office or client location/site. Further details regarding role-specific requirements will be shared during the interview process. Other DNV offices may also be considered.

What You’ll Do

  • Ensures an efficient & consistent delivery of services in line with customer expectations.
  • Manages and improves business performance through delivery, cost efficiency, strong project manage/oversight, proposal development, workforce planning, and utilization.
  • Drives, develops, and executes strategies and business plans, digitalization, innovation, and continuous improvement to maintain industry leadership.
  • Leads business development, market positioning and maintains strong relationships with customers, ensuring a healthy sales pipeline through the section’s engineering consulting services.
  • Provides top-quality technical and data-driven services.
  • Empowers employee growth and retention through evaluations, development plans, coaching, mentoring, and training.
  • Creates a flexible workforce focused on automation to optimize workflows, handle variable workloads, improve quality and consistency, and delivers with clear, direct, solution-oriented execution.
  • Fosters a culture grounded in DNV company values.
  • Ensures employees have the required technical competences, and drives recruiting efforts within the section.
  • Collaborates with the regional leaders to enhance the service portfolio and capture customer opportunities.
  • Identifies and leverages business prospects through strategic planning and civil engineering consulting services.
  • Strengthens partnerships with key stakeholders, positioning DNV as a preferred consultant.
  • Promotes effective data management and organizational practices.
  • Encourages high performance, sets direction, and exemplifies an engaging workplace.
  • Promotes team capabilities and skillsets internally and externally.
  • Integrates diversity considerations into staff development, progression, and recruitment processes.

What we offer
  • Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
  • Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits
  • Spending accounts – FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company-seeded HSA
  • Employer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services through Talkspace
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
  • Education reimbursement program
  • Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities
  • Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through our Impact Program
  • Volunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company  
  • Career advancement opportunities  

**Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election**  

DNV provides a reasonable range of compensation for this role. The actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors, including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. The range of starting pay for this role is $155,000 - $190,000 USD. 

DNV is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. DNV is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment Department (hrrecruitment.northamerica@dnv.com). Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

For more information :

https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal 
 

About you

What is Required

  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering is required.
  • 5+ years of relevant industry experience is required in construction and design.
  • Track record of leading, mentor, and training civil engineering teams with different knowledge and skillsets.
  • Strong understanding of the project development lifecycle, project financing customer (debt and equity) needs.
  • Proficient in handling difficult conversations, such as on scope and budget issues or differences in technical methodologies on diverse technical topics, while strengthening relationships.  
  • Growth mindset with proven track record in anticipating market trends in the US and Canada, devises and delivers on strategy, and shifting technical competencies and services to match Customer needs.
  • Demonstrated ability and willingness to drive thought leadership in the industry.
  • Possesses a digitally curious mindset and has knowledge in AI, automation and digital tools, with demonstrated experience in continuous improvement activities.
  • Commitment to build their personal internal and external network and expand this network for the benefit of the Section.
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% of the time domestically and internationally to conferences, customer meetings, project sites, agencies,  and internal meetings.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
  • We conduct pre-employment drug and background screenings 

What is Preferred

  • Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with practicing knowledge of the principals, reliability standards, and regulations.
  • Knowledge of renewable energy financing, 3rd party advisory and root cause analysis.
  • Experience leading winning proposal efforts for Customers in the renewable energy industry.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) or other technical accreditation such P.Eng., P.Geo, P.Biol., etc.

What we are Looking For

  • Communicates effectively, is pragmatic, builds strong relationships and influences others.
  • Creates trust through robust delivery and strong relationship building.
  • Promotes, respects, and understands diversity, equity, and inclusion values and is able to connect with, communicate and relate to a number of personnel at different stages of their careers.
  • Holds collaborative leadership skills and ability to engage, develop and motivate own employees.
  • Delegates and leads with a distributed and authentic leadership style.
  • Has strong coaching skills to enable and empower teams.
  • Keeps a positive and proactive attitude, with a solution-oriented mindset.
  • Embraces Operational/Sales mindset and focuses on client relationship building.
  • Is self-motivated, resilient and copes with work pressure in a healthy manner.
  • Ensures continuous improvement and high-quality delivery mindset.

*Immigration-related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are not available for this position* 

Benefits

Please note, benefits may depend on your contract type, please confirm with your recruiter.

Profit Share

You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. This will be part of our Total Compensation approach each year and depends on our year-end results.

Personal Development

You’ll have a lot of opportunities to learn and grow. Whether it’s building your network, having resources to plan and realise your career goals or enjoying genuine freedom to satisfy your curiosity, we’ll make sure you’re always growing and developing.

401(k)

DNV provides the option for eligible employees to enroll in our professional managed 401(k) plan. We’ll match up to a percentage of employee elected investment, which will become fully vested after a few years.

Healthcare and more

You’ll have multiple medical plans to choose from including Dental, Vision, RX plans, AD&D, Critical Illness, ST/LT Disability, Paid Parental Leave, Virtual TalkSpace Therapy.

Additional benefits

ID theft protection, generous PTO accrual including paid volunteer time off, company paid holidays, discounted pet insurance, dollar-for-dollar charitable donation matching, Dollars for Doers, additional vacation hours purchase plan, commuter benefits, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), tuition reimbursement.

Values-led organization

Our values show a commitment to employees and the community they serve. These serve a guiding light on our journey to fulfill our Purpose of safeguarding life, property, and the environment. Driven by these Values, you’ll have the opportunity to give back through not only charitable matched giving, but through direct support to community organizations and as a mentor to students in underserved communities.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.

Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.

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Working here

Since 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.

At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.

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Application Process

FAQs

Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions page. We’ve put together answers to the questions we’re asked most often to help you find the information you need quickly and easily. Whether you're curious about our recruitment process, benefits or career growth and development, you should find the information below.

How can I find job openings that fit my skills and interests?

Explore our official job search page where you can use filters such as job type, location, and department to find roles that best match your qualifications and career aspirations.

What’s your application process like?

You can apply directly through our careers page by submitting your CV and any other documents we require (i.e. university diplomas/transcripts; visas; previous employment reference letters). Make sure your application is fully completed, and you tailor it to the specific job listing. 

Is your recruitment process designed to be inclusive and accessible?

Yes, it is. We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates. We’re happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. Share the details of what you need within your application.

What types of interviews might I undergo?

Depending on your role, our interview process may include initial phone screenings, video conferences, and in-person interviews, focusing on both your technical abilities and our shared values. You can ask your recruiter specifically about the interview process for your role. 

How long does the hiring process typically take from application to decision?

The timeline can vary but we make every effort to reply to each candidate as soon as possible and keep everyone up-to-date with where they are in the recruitment process.

How do I know if a recruitment contact is legitimately from your company?

Official communication will come from our verified company email addresses. Carefully check any suspicious looking emails and if you have any doubts, don’t engage.

Are there any fees involved in your recruitment process?

No, we do not charge any fees at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications and interviews are free of charge, we will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments – please be wary of any requests for payment as these are likely scams.

What should I do if I suspect a job scam?

If you encounter suspicious job postings or recruitment practices, do not provide personal information and contact your recruiter as soon as possible. We take these matters seriously. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments part of our recruitment process.

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Please beware of recruitment scams that pretend to be from DNV or its employees. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments as part of our recruitment process.