Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all aspects of civil engineering projects, ensuring successful delivery from concept through construction administration.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and internal teams, driving alignment on project goals, timelines, and budgets.
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships by providing exceptional service, managing client expectations, and ensuring project satisfaction.
- Identify and pursue opportunities for repeat business and referrals.
- Oversee and mentor project teams, providing guidance, support, and direction.
- Foster a collaborative environment, ensuring clear communication and smooth coordination between design staff, subconsultants, and other project team members.
- Direct and support the design of civil engineering systems, including site plans, utility plans, stormwater management, grading, and infrastructure layouts.
- Ensure designs meet all technical, regulatory, and quality standards.
- Develop, manage, and track project budgets and schedules, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
- Allocate resources effectively to meet project deadlines and address any potential issues proactively.
- Lead permitting efforts, working with local agencies and municipalities to ensure timely approvals and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Address agency comments and facilitate site permitting processes.
- Identify and mitigate project risks, resolving any technical or design challenges promptly.
- Proactively address issues that may impact project timelines, budgets, or client relationships.
- Ensure the quality of all project deliverables, conducting regular reviews of design documents, construction drawings, reports, and specifications to maintain accuracy and compliance with company standards.
- Manage relationships with external subconsultants, contractors, and vendors, ensuring their deliverables meet project requirements and timelines.
- Collaborate with these parties to ensure seamless project execution.
- Actively contribute to business development efforts by identifying potential project opportunities, drafting proposals, and participating in client presentations.
- Develop strategies to expand the firm’s presence in the market.
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities for staff in accordance with the Firm’s policies and applicable laws (plans, assigns, and directs work; performance appraisals; rewarding of employees; addresses complaints and resolves problems).
- Provide mentorship to junior project managers, engineers, and staff, helping to develop their technical and project management skills.
- Share knowledge and promote continuous learning across the team.
- Prepare and present project updates to stakeholders, including progress reports, budget status, and risk assessments.
- Maintain accurate project documentation for internal and client reference.
- Lead efforts to improve project management processes and workflows.
- Advocate for the use of innovative tools, technologies, and methodologies to enhance project delivery and team productivity, ensuring the firm remains at the forefront of industry practices.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Four-year bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field required.
- EI required.
- Minimum of 8+ years’ civil site design experience and 4+ years’ experience as a Project Manager.
- Expertise in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and other relevant project management and design software.
- Strong understanding of civil engineering design principles, construction methods, and regulatory compliance.
- Demonstrated experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously, with the ability to manage budgets, schedules, and resources effectively.
- Proven ability to lead and mentor cross-functional teams, manage client relationships, and drive project success.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience in identifying new business opportunities, preparing proposals, and building long-term client relationships.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to resolve complex technical and project management challenges.
Nice to Have
- PE or on track to obtaining PE strongly preferred.
Work Arrangement
On-site — North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, Florida
Additional Information
- Work will primarily be in an office setting with limited opportunities to be exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
- Work will be primarily working with fingers by picking, pinching, typing, and grasping often with repetitive motion.
- Must have visual acuity for viewing a computer screen, the ability to talk, hear and sit for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 5 pounds frequently and up to 30 pounds occasionally.
- Additional physical duties may be required as necessary.
