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Job Title: Civil Project Manager

Job Description

The Civil Project Manager leads and delivers civil engineering projects for municipal and private sector clients, with a focus on general site civil work and water and wastewater infrastructure. This role manages project budgets, schedules, and engineering staff while applying strong analytical skills, solution-oriented thinking, and a collaborative approach to ensure high-quality, compliant, and timely project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage civil engineering projects from planning through preliminary and final design, including general civil site design, water main, and sewer infrastructure.
• Plan, schedule, budget, coordinate, and execute assigned civil engineering work to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with client expectations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing clear and consistent communication during proposal development and throughout project design and delivery.
• Oversee project execution by reviewing work performed by project engineers and staff to ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and accepted engineering practices.
• Coordinate effectively with internal engineering disciplines and external project stakeholders to support successful, integrated project delivery.
• Prepare and review technical reports, construction plans, specifications, and detailed construction cost estimates.
• Supervise, mentor, and provide technical guidance to staff and project engineers, supporting their professional development and ensuring high-quality work output.
• Participate in the recruitment, onboarding, and mentoring of new employees to build and strengthen the civil engineering team.
• Attend project and progress meetings as required and represent the organization in client and project discussions.
• Contribute to company growth initiatives and support broader business development and organizational activities, including proposal support and client relationship building.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of ten years of progressive civil engineering experience, including civil design, construction administration, project management, and direct client interaction with municipal and private sector clients.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Strong project management abilities, including managing multiple projects, meeting demanding schedules, and responding effectively to client needs.
• Demonstrated proficiency using AutoCAD and Civil 3D for civil engineering design.
• Experience in municipal engineering and public works projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear technical documentation and effectively interface with clients and project teams.
• Ability to prepare and review technical reports, construction plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) registered in the State of Michigan is highly preferred.
• Experience with water and/or sewer hydraulic modeling.
• Hands-on experience with Civil 3D, MicroStation, and AutoCAD in a civil engineering context.
• Bkgd in hydraulics related to water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Experience working directly with municipal and state clients on public infrastructure projects.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across civil, environmental, geotechnical, and construction disciplines.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to a supportive, growth-oriented team culture.

Work Environment

This role is based in a West Bloomfield office where the civil team is primarily located. The environment is typically quiet and professional, with a strong, family-oriented culture that emphasizes collaboration, integrity, and doing the right thing. The department leadership is consistently present in the office and supports a flexible, hybrid work schedule to promote work–life balance. Engineers work on meaningful water, wastewater, and civil infrastructure projects that directly impact public health, safety, and sustainability in Michigan and major metropolitan areas. The organization encourages cross-disciplinary collaboration across civil, environmental, geotechnical, and construction teams, providing broad technical exposure and real project ownership. The culture emphasizes mentorship, hands-on leadership opportunities, and support for professional licensure and long-term career growth within a stable, community-focused firm.

This is a Permanent position based out of West Bloomfield, MI.

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

•A full benefits package which includes medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, STD, Life & AD&D •Generous Annual Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual•401K with company match

This is a hybrid position in West Bloomfield,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 2026.

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