Senior Civil Engineer

Senior Project Manager / Professional Engineer

At LPD Engineering, we're passionate about designing infrastructure that strengthens communities and creates lasting impact. As a Seattle-based, woman-owned civil engineering firm, we deliver innovative site development solutions from concept through construction for a diverse range of public and private projects.

The Opportunity

LPD Engineering is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager / Professional Engineer to lead a diverse portfolio of civil site development projects throughout Western Washington, including educational, civic, parks, residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. This senior-level role combines technical leadership, project management, team development, client relationships, and business development, with responsibility for successful project delivery from pursuit through construction and closeout.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Technical Delivery

• Develop scopes of work, fee proposals, schedules, and project execution plans.
• Lead civil site development projects from initial concept, feasibility, and due diligence through design, permitting, construction administration, and project closeout while managing project scope, schedule, budget, resources, and deliverables to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Perform site assessments, feasibility studies, and due diligence evaluations to identify project opportunities, constraints, risks, and solutions while developing and overseeing the preparation of civil engineering plans, technical reports, calculations, specifications, permitting documents, and construction-related deliverables.
• Provide technical leadership and engineering design and oversight for grading, drainage, stormwater management, utilities, erosion and sediment control, site access improvements, and related civil infrastructure.
• Perform quality assurance and quality control reviews of plans, calculations, specifications, reports, and construction documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with LPD standards.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable codes, design standards, permitting requirements, and industry best practices.
• Coordinate resource planning, workload management, and project forecasting by assigning and delegating project tasks to engineers, designers, and CAD professionals based on project needs, staff capabilities, and team workload.
• Closely monitor project financial performance, including billing accuracy, accounts receivable, and proactive management of financial risks.
• Identify opportunities to improve project delivery, profitability, internal processes, team development, and client experience.

Team Leadership & Mentorship

• Support junior staff through project assignments by providing technical direction, mentorship, coaching, feedback, knowledge sharing, and professional development opportunities to support employee growth and development.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and supportive project team environment through effective communication, coordination, and alignment to support efficient project delivery.
• Drive innovation by researching and implementing cutting-edge civil engineering technologies and methodologies.
• Encourage collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning within project teams.
• Assist in developing internal standards, processes, and best practices to improve project delivery.

Client Management & Business Development

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients by developing and maintaining strong relationships through proactive communication, technical guidance, responsiveness, expectation management, and exceptional service to support successful project outcomes.
• Identify opportunities for repeat business and new client relationships aligned with LPD's strategic goals.
• Build and develop areas of practice based on professional interests, market opportunities, and firm objectives.
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of prospective projects and clients within assigned market sectors, including tracking upcoming opportunities, identifying decision-makers, understanding client needs, and developing pursuit strategies.
• Develop and maintain relationships with prospective and existing clients, architects, contractors, developers, public agencies, and other industry partners to generate new opportunities and strengthen LPD's market position.
• Take ownership of selected pursuits from opportunity identification through proposal submission and interview, coordinating with LPD leadership and technical staff to develop compelling, competitive approaches.
• Participate in and, when appropriate, lead client interviews, presentations, and other pursuit activities with the goal of successfully winning new work.
• Develop project approaches, scopes, fees, and teaming strategies that differentiate LPD and demonstrate clear value to prospective clients.
• Track and communicate business development activities, upcoming opportunities, active pursuits, and anticipated project wins to support firm-wide planning and forecasting.
• Contribute to LPD's revenue growth by developing new client relationships, expanding existing accounts, and consistently converting qualified opportunities into profitable projects.
• Represent LPD at industry events, professional organizations, networking activities, and other business development opportunities to increase the firm's visibility and strengthen relationships within the AEC community.

Performance Metrics

Success in this role will be measured through:

Project Delivery

• Projects completed on schedule and within established budgets.
• Consistent delivery of accurate, high-quality technical documents and engineering solutions.
• Effective management of project risks, scope, and client expectations.

Financial Performance

• Achievement of project profitability goals.
• Accurate forecasting and proactive management of project budgets.
• Timely review of project billing and support of accounts receivable collections.

Client Relationships & Business Development

• Development and maintenance of strong client relationships.
• Contribution to proposal efforts, project pursuits, and successful business development initiatives.
• Growth of repeat clients and expansion into targeted market sectors.

Leadership & Team Development

• Effective delegation and utilization of project resources.
• Development and leadership of junior engineers and CAD professionals.
• Positive contribution to team collaboration, accountability, and technical growth.

Operational Excellence

• Improvement of project delivery processes and internal workflows.
• Consistent adherence to LPD quality standards, procedures, and expectations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
• Ten (10)+ years of progressive experience in civil site development engineering.
• Demonstrated experience managing civil engineering projects through planning, design, permitting, and construction phases.
• Strong technical knowledge of civil site development principles, including grading, drainage, stormwater management, utilities, erosion and sediment control, roadway/site access improvements, and construction documentation.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects while maintaining schedules, budgets, quality standards, and client expectations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, consultants, contractors, agencies, and internal teams.
• Demonstrated ability to independently solve complex technical and project management challenges.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and proactively identify project needs.
• Ability to effectively collaborate within a team environment while being accountable and taking ownership of individual responsibilities.
• Commitment to providing exceptional client service and delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Washington State or ability to obtain within an established timeframe.
• Experience working in the Pacific Northwest civil engineering market, including familiarity with local agency requirements and permitting processes.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, including development and review of grading, utility, and stormwater design plans.
• Experience with stormwater modeling software and regional stormwater requirements.
• Experience coordinating with municipalities, permitting agencies, and regulatory authorities.
• Experience preparing proposals, fee estimates, scopes of work, and client presentations.
• Demonstrated success with business development, client relationship management, and securing repeat work.
• Experience mentoring and developing junior engineers and technical staff.
• Experience managing project financials, including budgets, forecasting, billing reviews, and accounts receivable follow-up.
• Experience contributing to internal process improvements, technical standards, and operational efficiencies.

Compensation and Benefits

LPD Engineering offers a competitive compensation package, which may include:

• Salary and bonus/profit-sharing opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Retirement plan with company match
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