What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Engineer/Project Manager position at Mattern & Craig?
Position Title: Project Manager – Civil Engineering
Location: Johnson City or Kingsport, TN Office
Company: Mattern & Craig (Employee-Owned Engineering and Survey Firm)
Are you ready to take ownership of your future? At Mattern & Craig, we’re not just hiring a Project Manager — we’re inviting you to become a key part of an employee-owned firm where your voice matters and your contributions directly shape the company’s success.
As a Project Manager in our Civil Engineering division, you’ll step into a leadership role that offers:
- Real influence over projects and outcomes.
- Clear paths for advancement in a company where growth is tied to your initiative.
- A tight-knit team environment with the agility to take on exciting, impactful work.
What Makes Mattern & Craig Different?
- Employee Ownership: You’re not just working for a company — you’re helping lead it. Our employee-owners share in the firm’s financial success and help shape its direction.
- Small Firm Culture, Big Firm Capability: Enjoy the flexibility and camaraderie of a small team, backed by the resources and expertise to tackle complex projects.
- Supportive Benefits: We invest in your well-being with comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, and generous paid time off.
To learn more about the company, go to. https://matternandcraig.com/careers/
Why Tennessee? Why Now?
Relocating to Johnson City or Kingsport, TN means more than just a new job — it’s a lifestyle upgrade:
- No state income tax = more money in your pocket.
- Affordable living with beautiful surroundings and a strong sense of community.
- Mild winters and outdoor adventures year-round.
- A place where you can grow your career and raise a family in a welcoming, vibrant region.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage multiple civil engineering design projects (utility, stormwater, land development).
- Develop project schedules and budgets.
- Supervise design team members and ensure quality assurance.
- Ensure compliance with design criteria and regulatory requirements.
- Assist in developing Statements of Qualifications (SOQs), technical proposals, and presentations.
- Coordinate with clients, sub-consultants, government, regulatory, and funding agencies.
Required Qualifications:
- TN Registered PE or ability to obtain TN licensure within 6 months.
- BSCE from ABET-accredited engineering program.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in project management and client services.
- Strong engineering design and communication skills.
- Proven experience in client and project development.
- Leadership and team management capabilities.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with local government, utility, and land development projects.
- Familiarity with asset management and data analytics technology for utilities and local governments.
Additional Perks & Benefits
Company Culture & Structure:
- Employee-owned firm: Employees have a direct stake in the company’s success and future.
- Small firm atmosphere with large firm capabilities.
- Agile team environment with exciting project opportunities.
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
- Company paid Health, dental, vision, Life & Disability insurance
- Retirement savings plans with company match
- 9 Holidays & Paid time off
If you’re interested in an excellent opportunity to join a winning team, We would love to hear from you! Please e-mail resume to hr@matternandcraig.com.