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Project Manager, Civil Engineering

The Search Solutions, LLC
Newport, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2026
GENERAL SUMMARY
The Civil Engineering Project Manager is responsible for overseeing, planning, coordinating, and executing multiple civil engineering projects from inception through completion. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to manage teams. The Project Manager monitors project schedules, budgets, invoicing, and overall performance to ensure successful, profitable project delivery. This position requires a high level of self-motivation, problem solving ability, and the application of broad engineering knowledge across diverse civil engineering assignments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability. General duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Project Planning & Management
  • Develops comprehensive project schedules, work plans, budgets, and technical proposals.
  • Manages multiple civil engineering projects concurrently, ensuring on time and on budget delivery.
  • Monitors project performance, including progress tracking, milestone completion, invoicing, and financial health.
  • Independently makes decisions on engineering matters within area of technical expertise.
Client Engagement & Business Development
  • Leads marketing efforts, including preparing proposals, participating in interviews, and building relationships with prospective clients.
  • Maintains strong client relationships through regular communication, problem solving, and ensuring superior customer service.
Technical Leadership
  • Performs and oversees technical analysis, engineering calculations, and the preparation of reports and documentation.
  • Initiates, reviews, and manages the development of engineering drawings, design plans, and construction documents.
  • Coordinates design concepts with internal engineering teams and external consultants to ensure cohesion and accuracy.
  • Ensures compliance with applicable engineering standards, building codes, regulations, and company quality control procedures.
Team Collaboration & Communication
  • Communicates project expectations, scope, and requirements clearly to team members and consultants.
  • Ensures project teams understand and uphold organizational policies, procedures, and the company mission.
  • Provides leadership, mentorship, and technical guidance to junior staff.
Project Execution
  • Tracks and manages project resources, schedules, workloads, and deliverables.
  • Identifies and mitigates project risks to maintain productivity and quality.
  • Ensures accurate documentation, technical integrity, and effective project coordination across all stages of design and development.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Strong understanding of construction documents, technical specifications, and building codes.
  • Demonstrated leadership capability with the ability to manage deadlines, teams, and complex project workflows.
  • Highly organized, detail oriented, and committed to producing high quality work.
  • Proficiency in industry standard software, including Autodesk Revit, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, MS Word, Excel, Project, and Hydroflow or related hydrology/hydraulics software.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelor''''s degree in Civil Engineering.
  • A minimum of 8 years of relevant civil engineering and project management experience.
  • Professional Engineering (PE) licensure is preferred or ability to obtain licensure within 6 months of employment.
 
 
 
 
 

Salary : $95,000 - $160,000

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