What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Infrastructure Project Manager position at AKS Engineering & Forestry?
At AKS, we are growing and building for the future. We bring together multidisciplined experts across the land development, energy, and infrastructure markets to take on bigger challenges and deliver solutions that make a real difference. Our teams combine creativity, technical excellence, and a collaborative, hands-on approach to solve complex problems and deliver results our clients and communities can count on. We take pride in our work and our ability to provide opportunities for our teams, support each other’s growth, and look ahead to what’s next. When you join AKS, you will find opportunities to take ownership of meaningful projects, learn, lead, and make an impact from day one.
If you’re a licensed civil engineer who’s as passionate about great design as you are about strong relationships, we’d love to meet you. In this role, you’ll work with governments and public agencies on infrastructure projects—leading everything from technical design to client strategy. This is an opportunity to build lasting partnerships, grow a high-performing team, and make a visible impact in the community.
What You’ll DoWhy AKS?
If you’re a licensed civil engineer who’s as passionate about great design as you are about strong relationships, we’d love to meet you. In this role, you’ll work with governments and public agencies on infrastructure projects—leading everything from technical design to client strategy. This is an opportunity to build lasting partnerships, grow a high-performing team, and make a visible impact in the community.
What You’ll Do
- Lead large- and small-scale civil public infrastructure projects from initial concept through construction
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients that lead to repeat business and new opportunities
- Manage scopes, schedules, budgets, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality work on time
- Oversee and contribute to design development using AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation
- Collaborate with our marketing team as a technical lead to win public sector work
- Mentor and grow a high-performing local team of engineers and technical staff
- Licensed Civil PE in Washington (or the ability to obtain within 6 months) with 10 years of experience in public works design
- Strong communicator with experience presenting to clients and leading stakeholder conversations
- Track record of managing public infrastructure projects and multidisciplinary teams
- Comfortable with both technical delivery and relationship-building/business development
- Skilled at guiding junior staff and creating a collaborative, growth-oriented team culture
- Proficient in Civil 3D, MicroStation/InRoads, and MS Office
- Experience with public utility and transportation projects in Washington and/or Oregon
- Familiarity with WSDOT standards and funding processes
- Hands-on proposal development experience
- Strong QA/QC background and ability to set quality standards
- A passion for mentorship and long-term client partnership
Why AKS?
At AKS, we believe your work should support your life—not the other way around. Here's what you can count on when you join our team:
- Meaningful Growth: Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, we offer hands-on training, mentorship, and clear paths for professional development so you can grow with purpose.
- Real Collaboration: Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality.
- Respect for Your Time: We value work-life balance and offer generous PTO and a supportive environment that helps you manage both personal and professional responsibilities.
- Benefits That Care: You’ll have access to health coverage that supports your total well-being—plus a 401(k) match, paid holidays, and more resources to help you thrive.
- Weekly Team Lunches: Take a break and recharge with your teammates—we believe food brings people together.
- Culture That Connects: We invest in experiences that build strong teams and strong communities.
- A Place People Love to Work: We’ve been named one of the Top Workplaces in Oregon and Washington year after year—for good reason.
Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your future.
