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Job Description

Job Description

Project Manager - Civil Engineering & Design (CE&D)

Founded in 1973, DJ&A is a multidisciplinary professional services consulting firm with office locations in Montana, Colorado, Washington, Florida, New Mexico, and Nevada. Our team of more than 180 professionals works across the country to deliver a diverse range of engineering, environmental, survey, mapping, landscape architecture, and planning projects for federal, state, local, tribal, and private clientele.

DJ&A’s Civil Engineering & Design (CE&D) Group is seeking a Project Manager /Senior Project Manager – with NPS and federal experience to join our growing team. This position plays a key role in leading and delivering local and regional site development projects while serving as a trusted advisor to long-standing and emerging clients. The ideal candidate enjoys owning projects, values quality and attention to detail, and thrives in a collaborative, relationship-driven environment where integrity, accountability, and people matter.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Project Management & Delivery

• Lead site civil projects from planning and design through construction, including grading, drainage, utilities, and coordination with municipalities and stakeholders.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and internal resources to ensure successful project delivery.
• Oversee preparation of plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary internal teams and external consultants.
• Take ownership of project outcomes by leading with integrity, clear communication, and a commitment to delivering quality work that serves both clients and communities.

• Track and report on project KPIs, including schedule adherence, budget performance, and utilization, to drive continuous improvement and accountability. Perform and oversee QA/QC reviews to ensure accurate, thoughtful, and high-quality deliverables that reflect DJ&A’s commitment to never compromising on quality.
• Experience with National Park Service (NPS) and federal project delivery strongly preferred.

Client Engagement & Business Development

• Serve as a trusted advisor to regional clients, providing responsive service and thoughtful solutions.
• Maintain and grow relationships with prioritized local clients while contributing as a client engagement manager for additional accounts.
• Build trust through responsive service, follow-through, and transparent communication, serving as a long-term partner rather than a transactional consultant.
• Support business development efforts through proposal development, interviews, and client meetings.
• Identify opportunities to expand services and strengthen long-term client partnerships, with a focus on growing relationships with the National Park Service, federal agencies, county governments, and state Departments of Transportation (DOTs).

Leadership & Mentorship

• Mentor and support emerging engineers and project managers.
• Foster a collaborative, respectful, and quality-focused team environment.
• Contribute to a respectful, inclusive team culture where people feel supported, challenged, and valued.

Preferred Project Experience:

• Site development for public and private clients
• Grading, drainage, and utility design
• Municipal coordination and permitting
• Experience with federal projects is preferred

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Landscape Architecture from an ABET or LAAB-accredited program, or related engineering degree (required).
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Landscape Architect Registration (LARE) (required).
• 10+ years of progressive civil engineering experience, including project management responsibilities.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• Demonstrated commitment to quality, attention to detail, and client service.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, and use computer equipment for extended periods.
• Occasional travel to project sites, including outdoor environments and construction areas.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Medical insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development support, including licensure and training
• Flexible work schedule

Office Location

• Missoula, MT; Bozeman, MT; Albuquerque, NM ; Vancouver, WA ; Denver, CO; or Frankfort, IL

Who Will Thrive in This Role

You may thrive in this role if you:

• Enjoy project management and take pride in leading projects from start to finish.
• Care deeply about quality, accuracy, and delivering work you stand behind.
• Value relationships and enjoy being a trusted advisor to clients and collaborators.
• Are organized, proactive, and comfortable balancing technical work with communication and leadership.
• Enjoy mentoring and supporting emerging professionals.
• Appreciate a workplace where integrity, collaboration, and people matter as much as technical expertise.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information, please visit the EEO website here .

DJ&A is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at View email address on ziprecruiter.com .