Site Development Project Manager

Job: Project Manager – Civil/Site Development

Location: Austin, TX

Build Your Future with GBA

At GBA, we’re more than just a team—we’re problem-solvers, collaborators, and innovators. Our people are passionate about delivering high-quality, technically sound solutions that improve the communities where we live, work, and play. We combine deep expertise with a commitment to mentorship, safety, and continuous improvement to create remarkable outcomes for our clients and meaningful growth for our people.

We’re looking for a Project Manager to join our Civil/Site Development Group in Austin, Texas. This role is ideal for a highly motivated and detail-oriented civil engineer with 5 years of experience. You’ll lead and support a team delivering site design and construction documents for a wide range of commercial, industrial, municipal, and residential developments—including mixed-use, office, retail, multi- and single-family residential, warehouse/distribution, medical, and recreational facilities.

What You’ll Do

As a Project Manager, you’ll:

• Plan, schedule, budget, assign, supervise, and motivate project team members.
• Manage site engineering plans including layouts, grading, storm drainage, water, utility, street and sanitary sewer design, and erosion control.
• Provide oversight and quality control for calculations, design drawings, and specifications.
• Review and analyze field data collection.
• Prepare written studies and technical reports.
• Attend client meetings and provide project updates.
• Represent client interests in meetings and conferences with stakeholders.
• Oversee construction observation activities.
• Coach and mentor junior staff.
• Lead coordination with utility providers, contractors, and permitting authorities.
• Assist with project pursuits and proposal preparation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• BS in Civil Engineering or closely related field.
• Texas Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain.
• 5 years of progressive civil engineering experience with a focus on land development.
• Ability to manage fast-paced projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bluebeam, Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal design regulations and industry practices.
• Strong understanding of land development planning and entitlement processes.
• Experience with HEC-HMS and StormCAD or similar modeling tools preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Self-starter with leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Active involvement in professional organizations.
• Interest in business development and maintaining project workload.

Travel

Some local day and overnight travel may be required.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At GBA, you’ll be part of a team that values integrity, safety, and innovation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, accident, and disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives
• Paid company holidays, floating holidays, and flexible time off
• Opportunities for training, professional growth, and advancement

Join Our Team

If you’re a driven civil engineer ready to lead impactful site development projects, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and build your future with GBA.

At GBA, we are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer promoting diversity in our workforce by including all individuals regardless of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.