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Principal Project Engineer - Riverside

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Riverside, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 1/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/10/2026
Wanted: Experienced Principal Project Engineer/Manager

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Stephen Niedringhaus

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Salary: $103,000 - $160,000 per year

A bit about us:

Wanted: Experienced Principal Project Engineer/Manager for our Riverside Office

** CA Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer, (or ability to obtain in the next 6 months) **

Looking for a place to grow your career and make a difference? This is the place for you! As a Principal Project Engineer/Manager in our Riverside, CA office, you will have the opportunity to work with a multi-disciplinary team on meaningful, landmark projects that shape the communities we serve. You'll collaborate with industry-leading experts, guide a talented technical team, and play a key role in bringing client visions to life.

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Why join us?

  • Work on high-impact projects that shape California communities
  • Collaborate with talented professionals in a supportive, growth-oriented environment
  • Opportunity for career advancement and leadership development
  • Engaging culture with team-building activities and events

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation and bonus potential ($103,000 to $160,000 DOE)

Comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Profit Sharing and 401(k)
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Personal Leave, Paid Holidays, Team events, holiday celebrations, and so much more

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead project teams and provide oversight for the design, development, and delivery of civil engineering projects
  • Manage project schedules, budgets, construction documents, and contracts
  • Oversee field coordination and construction support activities
  • Prepare contracts, fee proposals, and scopes of work
  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, public agencies, and internal staff
  • Provide mentorship and direction to engineering and design staff
  • Perform conceptual/preliminary design studies considering zoning, land use, infrastructure, and regulatory factors
  • Review constructability and provide construction support services
  • Ensure compliance with applicable jurisdictional codes, standards, and procedures

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required
  • California Professional Civil Engineer (PE) license required (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
  • 8-12 years of relevant civil engineering experience (12-15 years equivalent work experience acceptable)
  • Minimum of 3 years of management experience supervising technical staff
  • Proven project management skills and the ability to lead complex engineering projects
  • Strong communication, leadership, and decision-making abilities
  • Experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D required
  • In-depth knowledge of California codes, standards, and procedures preferred

Additional Skills

  • Strong working knowledge of engineering principles and project management practices
  • Ability to direct, plan, and guide design teams with clear goals and accountability
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to negotiate, manage client relationships, and represent the firm professionally
  • Proficiency in CAD for preparing exhibits, studies, and final plans

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Salary : $103,000 - $160,000

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