What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager 2 position at RETTEW?
Description
RETTEW is seeking a Project Manager to support our Land Development team in delivering site planning and design solutions for a diverse range of clients. This role combines technical engineering leadership with project management responsibilities, helping guide projects from concept through permitting and construction. The ideal candidate is a licensed Professional Landscape Architect or Engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys mentoring junior staff while managing complex development projects.
Please note that this position is for a civil engineer transitioning into project management.
About RETTEW
RETTEW is a 100% employee-owned engineering consulting firm providing multidisciplinary services across transportation, facilities and construction, environmental and geotechnology, energy, water and wastewater, and land development. We partner with public and private clients to solve complex infrastructure and development challenges while creating sustainable solutions for the communities we serve.
Our employee-owners bring technical expertise, curiosity, and collaboration to every project. Guided by our core values, Act Like an Owner, Exemplify Excellence, and Value Relationships, we work together to deliver meaningful results for our clients while building rewarding careers for our team.
Work Environment
Hybrid work schedule: three days per week in-office
Locations: Mechanicsburg, PA (preferred) or State College, PA
Position Summary / What You’ll Do
As a Project Manager in our Land Development practice, you will lead multidisciplinary teams in the planning and design of residential, commercial, and mixed-use development projects. You will coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, and internal technical staff to guide projects through site design, permitting, and construction support while ensuring quality, schedule, and budget expectations are met.
Responsibilities / Day-to-Day
- Manage land development projects from the proposal stage and from concept through design, permitting, construction support and permitting closeout
- Coordinate site layout, grading, stormwater management, and utility design with internal teams
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, municipalities, and regulatory agencies
- Prepare and review engineering plans, reports, and permit applications
- Lead project schedules, budgets, and resource coordination to ensure successful project delivery
- Mentor junior engineers and designers while supporting their professional development
- Contribute to proposal preparation and help grow client relationships within the land development market
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline
- Active Landscape Architect (RLA) or Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Minimum of eight years’ relevant experience, including internships of experience in land development engineering or site design.
- Minimum of four years of project management experience.
- Experience preparing or overseeing site plans, grading, stormwater, and utility design
- Familiarity with municipal and regulatory permitting processes
- Strong communication and client coordination skills
Preferred
- Experience managing projects and mentoring technical staff
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and stormwater management design tools
- Experience working with multidisciplinary teams across environmental, survey, and planning disciplines
- Existing relationships with regional municipalities or development clients
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
- As a 100% employee-owned company, RETTEW offers an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) that allows employees to share in the company’s long-term success. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings options, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
- Our culture emphasizes ownership, collaboration, and growth. Employees have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that shape communities while building long-term careers within an employee-owned firm.
RETTEW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please contact us at jperalta@rettew.com to request assistance. #LI-Hybrid
Requirements
Requirements listed above.