ABOUT LIVIC CIVIL
Imagine coming to work each day, excited to tackle challenges alongside a team that’s just as driven and passionate as you are. We’re LIVIC Civil—a tight-knit firm with a mission to guide our clients to success, whether through civil engineering, land development, traffic and transportation engineering, GIS, survey, or landscape design. With several of our biggest projects yet on the horizon, we’re looking for someone ready to grow with us and help make a lasting impact.
This role isn’t for everyone. If you:
- Settle for “good enough,”
- Avoid taking on new challenges,
- Struggle with constructive feedback, or
- Prefer working solo instead of on a team,
then this might not be the right fit. But if you’re a fast learner, adaptable, and eager to research, problem-solve, and contribute to something bigger, you may be exactly who we’re looking for.
WHO WE ARE
LIVIC Civil is Not Your Ordinary Civil Engineering Firm. Since our founding in 2017, we’ve partnered with clients who share our values of integrity, hard work, and responsiveness, delivering projects that go beyond expectations. As a small, agile firm, we’re committed to evolving quickly, achieving exceptional results that set us apart.
JOB SUMMARY
As the Director of Capital Planning at LIVIC Civil, you’ll be an integral part of the executive leadership team—responsible for steering the financial strategy, operations, and long-term fiscal health of our growing firm. This role calls for a forward-thinking leader who can balance strategic vision with hands-on execution, ensuring our business model remains strong and scalable as we continue to expand across multiple service lines and markets.
The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment, understands the financial nuances of a project-based professional services firm, and is eager to partner with leadership to drive growth, efficiency, and innovation.
- Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute LIVIC’s financial strategy in alignment with company goals and growth initiatives.
- Oversee accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to ensure accuracy and transparency.
- Partner closely with project managers and leadership to analyze project performance, profitability, and resource allocation.
- Lead cash flow management, banking relationships, and capital planning.
- Establish and maintain strong internal controls and compliance with GAAP and industry standards.
- Provide financial modeling, forecasting, and scenario planning to guide strategic decision-making.
- Support contract and proposal development with financial insights on pricing, margins, and risk.
- Coordinate external audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting.
- Mentor and develop finance and accounting staff, fostering a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate across departments to enhance systems and workflows that improve operational efficiency and financial performance.
PATHWAYS FOR GROWTH
At LIVIC, we offer a unique opportunity to turn your leadership and financial expertise into something extraordinary. Your experience in accounting, finance, and business strategy has prepared you to guide organizations toward growth and sustainability—now it’s time to put that experience to work in a firm where your decisions directly shape the future.
As Director of Capital Planning, you’ll not only oversee the financial health of the company but also play a pivotal role in driving strategic expansion, operational excellence, and long-term value creation. Here’s how we’ll help you succeed:
- Strategic Leadership – Be part of the executive team guiding the firm’s direction, ensuring our financial strategy supports innovation and stability.
- Empowerment & Autonomy – Take ownership of financial systems and structures while collaborating across teams to build solutions that scale.
- Comprehensive Support – Work alongside a leadership group that values transparency, collaboration, and creative problem-solving.
- Long-Term Impact – Shape LIVIC’s financial future through smart growth strategies, sound forecasting, and disciplined stewardship.
- Reward for Results – Participate in incentive and profit-sharing opportunities tied to performance and firm growth.
This is a rare chance to bring together your analytical skills, leadership abilities, and passion for collaboration in an environment where you can make a lasting impact. At LIVIC, we don’t just offer a job—we offer a seat at the table to help lead and grow something truly meaningful.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years in progressive financial management roles, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership position (Controller, VP of Finance, or CFO preferred).
- Industry Experience: Proven success in an engineering, construction, or professional services firm.
- Demonstrated knowledge of project accounting, job costing, and financial management within a project-based environment.
- Strong understanding of GAAP compliance and financial reporting standards.
- Ability to develop and maintain financial models, budgets, and forecasts that support firmwide planning.
- Proficient with financial management software; experience with BQE CORE, QUICKBOOKS or similar AEC-focused systems preferred.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to translate financial insights into actionable strategies.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
Preferred:
- MBA, CPA, or equivalent advanced credential.
- Experience managing multi-office or multi-entity financial structures.
- Strong background in banking, financing, and capital management.
- Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, or strategic growth initiatives.
- Ability to mentor and develop high-performing financial teams in a fast-paced environment.
- Travel to other offices as needed
WHY LIVIC?
At LIVIC, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer opportunities for growth and meaningful impact. With flexible schedules, a supportive work environment, and unique perks like high-quality headphones and a personalized workspace, you’ll join a team committed to guiding communities toward success. If you’re ready for a career journey with limitless potential, and a chance to lead through curiosity and innovation, we’d love to hear from you.
Pay: From $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
