Mark Thomas
A 100% employee-owned civil and structural engineering firm delivering infrastructure, transit, water, and building projects.
Lead design, quality control, and manage complex transportation projects and staff.
3 days ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Oakland, CA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
299 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Civil Engineering
Structures Engineering
Construction Management
Land Surveying
Landscape Architecture
Planning
Grant Writing
Transportation
Role
Description
proposal development
quality control
design review
design delivery
staff mentoring
technical leadership
- Leads the technical development and approach for winning proposals
- Frequently reviews standard details and quality control measures and upgrade as necessary
- Contributes to the training and mentoring of staff for efficient project execution & quality.
- Delegates and directs technical/design tasks to technical engineering staff
- Completes the design components of larger and/or more complex projects in accordance with engineering agreements/scopes, standards of the Company and general best practices
- Meets/exceeds competencies, work products and responsibilities of a Senior Lead Technical Engineer
- Leads the Company in developing quality processes for effective & efficient technical/design delivery on projects
- Extends externally to keep up with best practices and builds an external reputation for technical/design capability & credibility
- Contributes to and advises on the design solutions for project proposals & client presentations
- Responsible for the overall design review and delivery of quality PS&E’s (plans, specifications and estimates)
Requirements
masters
pe license
20+ years
construction
powerpoint
bs degree
- Adequate to Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Strong knowledge of construction methods and techniques
- Demonstrated advanced knowledge of technical best practices, quality standards and details
- Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with a variety of unique and diverse people and personalities
- A Masters’ Degree in specific & relevant areas of engineering is highly preferred
- Proven ability to direct and delegate work assignments
- 20+ years’ progressively responsible relevant experience
- California Professional Engineer (PE) license required; or PE in another state with the ability to obtain CA Licensure within one-year, other relevant certifications a plus
- Knowledge of overall project deliverables (PSR, PAED, PS&E)
- BS degree in Civil Engineering,
- Proficient in MS PowerPoint and other software packages
Benefits
- Employer-paid vision insurance, basic life insurance, short-term & long-term disability, inclusive family planning & fertility resources, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), travel insurance, and in-house wellness education & challenges
- Voluntary medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and pet insurance
- Reimbursements for certification and licensing exams and study classes and materials
- Budgeted time for training and career development
- The offered rate of compensation (California locations only) will be based on individual education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location.
- Competitive salary and incentives to include employee referral bonuses, certification and licensing incentives (PLA, PLS, PE, LSIT, EIT), and eligibility for year-end performance incentives
- Paid-time off benefits to include PTO, public holidays + additional holidays, bereavement leave, jury/civic time, licensing & certification exam time
- Tuition reimbursement, paid annual dues for industry professional/societal organizations, memberships, and events
- Flexible schedules and hybrid and primarily remote work environments
- FSA programs for medical, dependent care, commuter & parking
- 401k and ESOP retirement benefits to include profit sharing and a 401k match
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
- candidate must undergo a background check due to client relationship responsibilities.
Company
Overview
100% employee-owned
EmployeeOwnership
The firm is fully owned by its employees, fostering internal equity and stable leadership transitions.
- As a mid‑sized, employee‑owned firm, it blends technical depth with nimble decision‑making.
- Operates across California and other U.S. regions, executing projects in civil, structural, transportation, water, and building sectors.
- Typically designs and manages infrastructure and transit systems, water‑resource initiatives, commercial and residential building projects.
- Projects often feature collaboration between senior and technical staff, leveraging in‑house expertise and mentoring.
- Unique firm traditions include firm‑wide Halloween contests, summer picnics, and a company golf tournament.
- Flexible work, hybrid/remote schedules, and a technical career path reflect their adaptive culture.
- Leadership structure emphasizes accessible principals and associate principals who stay actively involved in project delivery.
Culture + Values
- We strive for excellence in everything we do.
- We are committed to delivering outstanding service and results.
- We foster a collaborative and supportive environment.
- We encourage innovation and continuous improvement.
- We hold ourselves accountable for our actions and outcomes.
Environment + Sustainability
2030
Net Zero Goal
Aiming to achieve net zero carbon emissions through strategic initiatives and sustainable practices.
- Committed to reducing energy consumption and carbon footprint.
- Promotes sustainable practices in managed projects.
- Continuously monitors and measures environmental impact.