Civil Project Coordinator Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

Job Description

The Civil Project Manager will lead multiple land development and civil site design projects from proposal through completion out of the Herndon, VA office. This role combines technical civil engineering expertise with client-facing project leadership, overseeing planning, budgeting, design review, staff management, and overall project profitability. The Civil Project Manager plays a key role in delivering high-quality site development projects while maintaining strong client relationships and supporting business development efforts.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple land development and civil site development projects simultaneously from proposal through completion.
• Develop and manage project scopes, budgets, schedules, and detailed cost estimates.
• Oversee the preparation and review of designs, plans, reports, specifications, and other technical deliverables.
• Monitor project financial performance, including work in progress (WIP), invoicing, and accounts receivable collections.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining and strengthening client relationships.
• Coordinate effectively with local agencies, external consultants, and internal multidisciplinary teams.
• Lead entitlement and permitting processes for site development projects, ensuring compliance with jurisdictional requirements.
• Mentor, supervise, and support engineers and project staff, providing guidance on technical and project management tasks.
• Manage project teams, delegate responsibilities, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality work products.
• Support business development activities, including identifying opportunities for repeat business and expanding client relationships.
• Apply strong understanding of local jurisdictional requirements to guide project approvals and agency coordination.
• Oversee civil design aspects such as stormwater management, drainage design, site grading, erosion and sediment control, and BMP design.
• Review and guide storm drain modeling and hydrologic calculations to support project design and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure that all project work adheres to industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal quality control procedures.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• 5–8+ years of experience in civil engineering, with a strong focus on land development and civil site design.
• Experience managing site development projects through entitlement and permitting processes.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D for civil site design and land development projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain a PE license (highly preferred).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience managing project teams and mentoring junior engineers.
• Experience delivering commercial, residential, mixed-use, or municipal land development projects.
• Experience with stormwater management, drainage design, erosion and sediment control, site grading, and BMP design.
• Experience with storm drain modeling tools and performing hydrologic calculations.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with multiple stakeholders, including agencies, consultants, and internal teams.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.

Work Environment

This position is based out of a Herndon, VA office located in a vibrant part of the city. The office environment is highly collaborative, with civil and environmental teams working closely together and fostering a family-oriented culture. The role is typically in-office, with the potential for hybrid flexibility, depending on performance and project needs.

This is a Permanent position based out of Herndon, VA.

The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $147000.00/yr.

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays Tuition reimbursement and professional development support Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

This is a hybrid position in Herndon,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

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