Project Manager/ Senior Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Civil Engineering

Project Manager/ Senior Project Manager

Location options: Atlanta, GA | Chicago, IL | St. Louis, MO

Work Model: In-office position

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Civil Engineering Project Manager or Senior Project Manager to lead multiple civil engineering projects from conception through successful completion. This role combines strategic project leadership with hands-on technical expertise, requiring someone who can manage complex projects while mentoring teams and cultivating strong client relationships. Reporting to a Managing Director or Director, you'll have the autonomy to make critical engineering decisions while overseeing project schedules, budgets, and delivery excellence across diverse civil engineering assignments.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Lead multiple civil engineering projects simultaneously, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery
• Develop comprehensive project schedules, work plans, budgets, and technical proposals
• Monitor project performance including progress tracking, milestone completion, invoicing, and financial health
• Make independent decisions on engineering matters within your area of technical expertise
• Identify and mitigate project risks to maintain productivity and quality standards

Client Relations & Business Development

• Drive marketing and business development efforts through proposal preparation, client interviews, and relationship building
• Maintain strong client partnerships through proactive communication, problem-solving, and exceptional service delivery
• Serve as the primary client point of contact, ensuring clear communication and superior project outcomes

Technical Excellence & Quality Assurance

• Perform and oversee technical analysis, engineering calculations, and preparation of reports and documentation
• Initiate, review, and manage development of engineering drawings, design plans, and construction documents
• Coordinate design concepts with internal engineering teams and external consultants to ensure technical accuracy and cohesion
• Ensure all deliverables comply with applicable engineering standards, building codes, regulations, and company quality control procedures
• Maintain technical integrity and accurate documentation throughout all project phases

Team Development & Leadership

• Provide direct supervision of engineers, designers, technicians, and support personnel
• Communicate project expectations, scope, and requirements clearly to team members and consultants
• Mentor and develop junior staff through guidance, performance management, and technical coaching
• Foster a collaborative team environment aligned with organizational policies, procedures, and mission
• Assign tasks strategically and manage team workloads to optimize project delivery

Resource & Schedule Management

• Track and manage project resources, schedules, workloads, and deliverables effectively
• Ensure teams understand priorities and execute against project milestones
• Coordinate across multiple projects to balance resource allocation and maintain delivery excellence

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution
• Minimum 8 years of progressive civil engineering and project management experience (10-15 years as a PM with experience managing a small team. You'll be a department lead within the office)
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure preferred, or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment (PE required for Senior PM role)

Technical Expertise

• Strong understanding of construction documents, technical specifications, and building codes
• Proficiency in industry-standard software including:
• Autodesk Revit, Civil 3D, AutoCAD
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Project
• Hydroflow or related hydrology/hydraulics software

Core Competencies

• Demonstrated leadership capability managing deadlines, teams, and complex project workflows
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including client and stakeholder presentations
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with commitment to producing high-quality work
• Strong problem-solving abilities and self-motivation
• Ability to apply broad engineering knowledge across diverse civil engineering assignments

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