Civil Program Manager

Job Description

Job Description

CEI Engineering is seeking a Program Manager for our home office in Bentonville, AR. Our Program Managers do more than just manage project scope, schedule, and budget. They are an integral part in ensuring clients receive quality outcomes from conceptual and design phases, to the regulatory review process, bidding, construction, all the way through project completion.

ABOUT CEI ENGINEERING ASSOCIATES, INC.

Established in 1973, we became a leader in civil engineering, land surveying, and landscape architecture by approaching each project with the same objectives: to help our clients streamline their processes, create efficiencies, avoid costly mistakes, and drive revenue to their bottom line. With offices from coast to coast and a dedicated team of more than 180 professionals, we are a diverse, deeply experienced, and inclusive firm ready to help our clients take advantage of every opportunity that comes their way.

As a team member, you'll be able to enjoy benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, Paid Maternity Leave, Alternative Work Schedule, and Holiday Pay. Don't miss your chance to be part of an inspiring team where your contributions truly matter! Apply now and redefine your professional journey!

The compensation range provided is specific to the geographic market of the posted position. If hired as a remote employee, your salary will be aligned with the applicable compensation range for your primary remote work location.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CIVIL PROGRAM MANAGER

A day in the life of a CEI Program Manager in Bentonville starts with a deep dive into national account metrics, where you review forecast data, track work-in-progress, and approve pre-billing forms and invoices to keep multi-project budgets tightly aligned. Mid-morning is spent cultivating strong client relationships-discussing upcoming scopes, pursuing new opportunities, and resolving any complaints in a way that balances client satisfaction with CEI's business goals. By early afternoon, you pivot to team collaboration and technical execution, meeting with civil engineers, surveyors, and landscape architects to guide design phases, align on Engineer of Record responsibilities, and push regulatory submittals through local review processes. You wrap up your day overseeing the construction pipeline by evaluating contractor bids, negotiating contracts, checking in on site monitoring, and adjusting project forecasts to ensure quality execution from initial concept through final delivery.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A CIVIL PROGRAM MANAGER

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, landscape architecture, or equivalent training/experience
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD/Civil 3D, and Microsoft office Suite
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Strong sense of personal initiative and drive to meet client expectations
• Valid Driver's License and acceptable driving record
• Ability to occasionally travel by air or automobile
• Ability to regularly work long hours

CEI Engineering Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.