Civil Engineer Project Manager - Public Works | Seattle, WA
Civil Engineer Project Manager - Public Works | Seattle, WA
About the Company
A well-established, employee-owned architecture and engineering firm with a strong Pacific Northwest presence is growing its civil engineering team in Seattle. The firm has built a reputation for delivering high-quality planning, engineering, and design services across a wide range of public and private markets. As an employee-owned firm, staff have a direct stake in the company's success - a meaningful differentiator for engineers who want ownership over their career and their work.
The Role
A project management position for an experienced civil engineer ready to lead land development, transportation, and public works projects from pursuit through closeout. You'll manage client relationships, lead a team of engineers and designers, and play an active role in business development - all while reporting directly to senior leadership.
Responsibilities
- Lead civil engineering design including schematics, construction plans, specifications, and estimates
- Manage multiple concurrent projects within client specifications, budgets, and schedules
- Coordinate with and lead EITs, designers, and drafters across varied experience levels
- Prepare technical reports, memoranda, proposals, and contract documents
- Research jurisdictional requirements and incorporate into design and construction drawings
- Manage client relationships and coordinate marketing efforts for future work
- Conduct site visits, document findings, and manage general project correspondence
- Prepare invoicing documentation and manage accounts receivable
- Track and update project performance metrics
- Support preparation of presentations and graphic materials
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
- Washington State PE license
- 6 to 8+ years of civil engineering experience including project management
- Experience across land development, transportation, and public works project types
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D
- Strong leadership, mentoring, and client communication skills
- Highly organized with a proven ability to manage multiple projects independently
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with MicroStation
- Background across industrial, commercial, and residential development projects
- Proven track record in business development and project pursuit efforts
Why This Role Stands Out
- Employee-owned firm - you have a direct stake in the company's success through both a 401(k) and an ESOP retirement plan
- Competitive base salary with discretionary annual bonus
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- Employer-paid short and long-term disability
- Tuition reimbursement, professional society membership reimbursement, and PE licensure fee support
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Commuter benefits and team morale events
Compensation
- $132,000 to $153,000 depending on experience, plus discretionary annual bonus
Interested?
This role is being managed confidentially. To learn more or express interest, reach out directly to Luke Merickel
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