Civil Engineer/Project Manager

Job Description

Position Title: Project Manager – Civil Engineering

Location: Johnson City or Kingsport, TN Office

Company: Mattern & Craig (Employee-Owned Engineering and Survey Firm)

Are you ready to take ownership of your future? At Mattern & Craig , we’re not just hiring a Project Manager — we’re inviting you to become a key part of an employee-owned firm where your voice matters and your contributions directly shape the company’s success.

As a Project Manager in our Civil Engineering division , you’ll step into a leadership role that offers:

• Real influence over projects and outcomes.
• Clear paths for advancement in a company where growth is tied to your initiative.
• A tight-knit team environment with the agility to take on exciting, impactful work.

What Makes Mattern & Craig Different?

• Employee Ownership : You’re not just working for a company — you’re helping lead it. Our employee-owners share in the firm’s financial success and help shape its direction.
• Small Firm Culture, Big Firm Capability : Enjoy the flexibility and camaraderie of a small team, backed by the resources and expertise to tackle complex projects.
• Supportive Benefits : We invest in your well-being with comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, and generous paid time off.

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Why Tennessee? Why Now?

Relocating to Johnson City or Kingsport, TN means more than just a new job — it’s a lifestyle upgrade:

• No state income tax = more money in your pocket.
• Affordable living with beautiful surroundings and a strong sense of community.
• Mild winters and outdoor adventures year-round.
• A place where you can grow your career and raise a family in a welcoming, vibrant region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage multiple civil engineering design projects (utility, stormwater, land development).
• Develop project schedules and budgets.
• Supervise design team members and ensure quality assurance.
• Ensure compliance with design criteria and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in developing Statements of Qualifications (SOQs), technical proposals, and presentations.
• Coordinate with clients, sub-consultants, government, regulatory, and funding agencies.

Required Qualifications:

• TN Registered PE or ability to obtain TN licensure within 6 months.
• BSCE from ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in project management and client services.
• Strong engineering design and communication skills.
• Proven experience in client and project development.
• Leadership and team management capabilities.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with local government, utility, and land development projects.
• Familiarity with asset management and data analytics technology for utilities and local governments.

Additional Perks & Benefits

Company Culture & Structure:

• Employee-owned firm: Employees have a direct stake in the company’s success and future.
• Small firm atmosphere with large firm capabilities.
• Agile team environment with exciting project opportunities.

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Company paid Health, dental, vision, Life & Disability insurance
• Retirement savings plans with company match
• 9 Holidays & Paid time off

If you’re interested in an excellent opportunity to join a winning team, We would love to hear from you! Please e-mail resume to View email address on ziprecruiter.com .