Project Manager - Civil Land Development
Civil Engineering Project Manager
Southern California | Land Development
An established consulting engineering firm is seeking a Civil Engineering Project Manager to join its growing land development team in Southern California. This leadership role offers the opportunity to oversee complex site development projects, mentor engineering staff, manage client relationships, and contribute to the continued growth of a respected multidisciplinary practice.
Key Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in California, or ability to obtain licensure shortly after hire
- Approximately 8+ years of relevant civil engineering and project management experience
- Proven leadership and team management experience
- Strong client relationship and public agency coordination skills
- Demonstrated ability to oversee multiple projects, schedules, and budgets simultaneously
- Experience mentoring and developing technical staff
Responsibilities
- Lead civil engineering and land development projects from planning through construction
- Manage project budgets, schedules, contracts, proposals, and scopes of work
- Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and public agencies
- Review and oversee engineering plans, studies, reports, and technical deliverables
- Supervise technical staff and support project team development
- Provide construction support and field coordination as needed
Technical Experience
- Site development and land development engineering
- Preliminary and final design for private and public improvements
- Entitlement support and permitting coordination
- Utility, grading, drainage, and infrastructure design
- Regulatory agency coordination and plan processing
- Construction support and constructability review
Preferred Skills
- Strong understanding of California development processes and agency requirements
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar design software
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Strong negotiation, leadership, and organizational skills
- Ability to make sound technical and business decisions independently
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement savings program with employer contributions
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Compensation: Approximately $130,000-$165,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and location.
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