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Project Manager - Civil Engineering & Design (CE&D)

Founded in 1973, DJ&A is a multidisciplinary professional services consulting firm with office locations in Montana, Colorado, Washington, Florida, New Mexico, and Nevada. Our team of more than 180 professionals works across the country to deliver a diverse range of engineering, environmental, survey, mapping, landscape architecture, and planning projects for federal, state, local, tribal, and private clientele.

DJ&A’s Civil Engineering & Design (CE&D) Group is seeking a Project Manager /Senior Project Manager – with NPS and federal experience to join our growing team. This position plays a key role in leading and delivering local and regional site development projects while serving as a trusted advisor to long-standing and emerging clients. The ideal candidate enjoys owning projects, values quality and attention to detail, and thrives in a collaborative, relationship-driven environment where integrity, accountability, and people matter.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Project Management & Delivery

• Lead site civil projects from planning and design through construction, including grading, drainage, utilities, and coordination with municipalities and stakeholders.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and internal resources to ensure successful project delivery.
• Oversee preparation of plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary internal teams and external consultants.
• Take ownership of project outcomes by leading with integrity, clear communication, and a commitment to delivering quality work that serves both clients and communities.

• Track and report on project KPIs, including schedule adherence, budget performance, and utilization, to drive continuous improvement and accountability. Perform and oversee QA/QC reviews to ensure accurate, thoughtful, and high-quality deliverables that reflect DJ&A’s commitment to never compromising on quality.
• Experience with National Park Service (NPS) and federal project delivery strongly preferred.

Client Engagement & Business Development

• Serve as a trusted advisor to regional clients, providing responsive service and thoughtful solutions.
• Maintain and grow relationships with prioritized local clients while contributing as a client engagement manager for additional accounts.
• Build trust through responsive service, follow-through, and transparent communication, serving as a long-term partner rather than a transactional consultant.
• Support business development efforts through proposal development, interviews, and client meetings.
• Identify opportunities to expand services and strengthen long-term client partnerships, with a focus on growing relationships with the National Park Service, federal agencies, county governments, and state Departments of Transportation (DOTs).

Leadership & Mentorship

• Mentor and support emerging engineers and project managers.
• Foster a collaborative, respectful, and quality-focused team environment.
• Contribute to a respectful, inclusive team culture where people feel supported, challenged, and valued.

Preferred Project Experience:

• Site development for public and private clients
• Grading, drainage, and utility design
• Municipal coordination and permitting
• Experience with federal projects is preferred

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Landscape Architecture from an ABET or LAAB-accredited program, or related engineering degree (required).
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Landscape Architect Registration (LARE) (required).
• 10+ years of progressive civil engineering experience, including project management responsibilities.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• Demonstrated commitment to quality, attention to detail, and client service.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, and use computer equipment for extended periods.
• Occasional travel to project sites, including outdoor environments and construction areas.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Medical insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development support, including licensure and training
• Flexible work schedule

Office Location

• Missoula, MT; Bozeman, MT; Albuquerque, NM ; Vancouver, WA ; Denver, CO; or Frankfort, IL

Who Will Thrive in This Role

You may thrive in this role if you:

• Enjoy project management and take pride in leading projects from start to finish.
• Care deeply about quality, accuracy, and delivering work you stand behind.
• Value relationships and enjoy being a trusted advisor to clients and collaborators.
• Are organized, proactive, and comfortable balancing technical work with communication and leadership.
• Enjoy mentoring and supporting emerging professionals.
• Appreciate a workplace where integrity, collaboration, and people matter as much as technical expertise.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information, please visit the EEO website here.

DJ&A is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at careers@djanda.com.