Senior Civil Engineering / Land Development

Job Title: Senior Civil Project Manager – Civil Engineering / Land Development Location: Costa Mesa, CA Salary: $145k - 150k/Year Tiello has partnered with a growing civil engineering and site development consultancy specializing in land development, civil engineering, dry utilities, surveying, planning, permitting, and construction coordination for commercial projects across the United States. We are seeking an experienced Senior Civil Project Manager to lead complex commercial land and site development projects while managing client relationships, engineering teams, project schedules, budgets, permitting, and overall project delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead commercial land and site development projects from initial feasibility and due diligence through design, permitting, and construction Manage project schedules, budgets, contracts, deliverables, and overall project performance Oversee conceptual grading, drainage, stormwater management, and utility infrastructure design Manage grading plans, drainage studies, hydrology/hydraulic calculations, WQMP/SUSMP plans, and erosion control plans Oversee water, sewer, storm drain, street improvement, and dry utility design and coordination Manage tentative parcel maps, tract maps, entitlement packages, and development plans Lead permitting, agency coordination, plan processing, and municipal submittals Coordinate directly with owners, developers, architects, consultants, municipalities, and utility providers Serve as a primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle Review engineering plans, calculations, reports, and technical deliverables Lead and mentor Project Engineers, Designers, and junior engineering staff Identify project challenges and develop technical and strategic solutions Support existing client relationships and business development initiatives Qualifications Bachelor`s degree in Civil Engineering 10+ years of civil engineering, land development, and/or site development experience Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required P.E. license may be held in any U.S. state Strong background in commercial land/site development Experience managing projects from feasibility and entitlement through permitting and construction Strong technical knowledge of grading, drainage, stormwater, utilities, roadway improvements, and site infrastructure Experience managing project budgets, schedules, engineering teams, consultants, and client relationships Strong understanding of municipal codes, development regulations, and permitting processes Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and related civil engineering software Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills Preferred Background Civil engineering / land development consulting background Experience managing complex commercial development projects Senior-level experience as a Civil Project Manager, Land Development PM, Senior Civil Engineer, or similar Experience with commercial, industrial, data center, retail, multifamily, mixed-use, or logistics projects preferred What We’re Looking For Strong technical Project Manager with ownership of projects and client relationships Proven ability to lead engineering teams and coordinate with developers, clients, and agencies Strong knowledge of entitlement, permitting, and site development processes Ability to solve complex challenges and drive projects from initial site evaluation through final permitting Benefits Competitive Base Salary Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities Medical, Dental, Vision, and HSA Options 401(k) with 3% Employer Contribution, Regardless of Individual Contributions 15 Days PTO + 10 Paid Holidays Annual All-Expenses-Paid Company Trip Flexible Start Times and Half-Day Friday Option Professional Development and Continuing Education Support Long-Term Career Growth and Leadership Opportunities Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. Tiello LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Your Right to Work - In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tiello