Job Summary

This Project Manager (Public Works) position is responsible for management, preparing engineering reports and analyses, design and preparation of plans, specifications, and cost estimates for a variety of clients and great Public Works projects. Assignments may include mentoring less-experienced team members on AutoCAD Civil 3D. In this role, the Project Manager may also be responsible for obtaining new business (seller-doer).

Job Duties

• Concurrently manages a variety of civil engineering Public Works projects.


• Tracks project scope, budgets and schedules to ensure fulfillment of contract commitments and profitability.


• Effectively manages quality assurance and quality control.


• Uses technical knowledge to prepare PS&E for transportation (roadway and intersection widening, street rehab, streetscape improvements, complete streets, etc.), storm drain (hydrology and hydraulics), water quality BMPs, sanitary sewer, and water pipelines.


• Primary interface with clients on project coordination and design and follow-up to ensure quality standards are met, efficiency levels are maintained, and client satisfaction, respect and confidence are assured.


• Directs/mentors project engineers and design engineers on technical matters and procedures and acts as a technical resource to staff.


• Establishes and fosters client relations and develops letter proposals (scope, schedule and fee estimates).

Qualifications and Skills

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in Civil engineering from an accredited college.


• Requires minimum 8 years’ experience in civil engineering specifically pertaining to Public Works projects.


• Requires minimum 2 years’ of project management experience pertaining to Public Works projects.


• Requires a California P.E. license.


• Working knowledge of typical computer software programs used in civil engineering design (AutoCAD, Civil3D, Hydrology and Hydraulic, AES, WSPG, Flowmaster, etc.)


• Must be proficient with MS Office Suite.


• A proven track record and strong desire of providing superior client service and delivery.


• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver on time within budget.


• Experience in staff management, mentoring and resource management a plus.