Civil Engineering - Project Manager

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Job Title:Project Manager Department: Civil Engineering Reports to:Managing Director/Director FLSA Status:Exempt

GENERAL SUMMARY The Civil Engineering Project Manager is responsible for overseeing, planning, coordinating, and executing multiple civil engineering projects from inception through completion. Reporting to a Managing Director or Director, 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.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position may include direct supervision of engineers, designers, technicians, and support personnel. Responsibilities may include performance management, task assignment, mentoring, and oversight of project teams.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 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.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including the ability to present to clients and stakeholders.
• 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.

Career progression is not prescriptive. Advancement is based on a combination of demonstrated capability, technical and interpersonal skills, experience, initiative, attitude, performance, and overall contribution to the firm. We encourage open, direct, and ongoing conversations with your manager regarding your career goals and professional development.

We also recognize that not every employee aspires to continued upward advancement. If you are content in your current role, we are committed to supporting your growth through expanded responsibilities, new challenges, and horizontal development opportunities that allow you to remain engaged, challenged, and professionally fulfilled while maintaining your current level.

BENEFITS Health and Wellness Support We prioritize the well-being of our team members through comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with a generous Firm contribution to health savings accounts. Other programs that further emphasizes our dedication to the holistic health of our employees include: voluntary short- and long-term disability; voluntary life insurance; accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity benefits; monthly wellness reimbursements; telehealth benefits; mental health counseling; employee assistance programs; Medicare transition services; and financial wellness benefits.

Professional Development Opportunities Dedication to continued learning is ingrained in our culture. Our tuition reimbursement program empowers employees to pursue continuous learning, enhancing their education and skill sets to excel in their careers. Mentorship opportunities and benefits such as paid membership to a professional organization and opportunities for selection into our Next Generation Leadership Training or Associates and Directors Program further supports the growth and development of our team.

Ownership and Prosperity As an ESOP company, GF takes pride in offering every team member a stake in our success. Through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, our employees benefit from shared company prosperity, creating a culture of shared goals and achievements. You fund your 401(k) through paycheck deferrals, and GF matches your deferrals into the ESOP with shares of company stock.

Work-Life Integration We understand the importance of Work-Life Balance. Our commitment to flexible work schedules, paid time off, paid holidays, half-day Fridays, and paid parental leave allows our team members to achieve professional success while maintaining a fulfilling personal life.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, familial status, partnership status, protected veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

PAY TRANSPARENCY Where required by applicable law, the pay range for this position is provided in the job posting. Compensation is determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, skills, experience, education, internal equity, geographic location, and business needs. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and or benefits in accordance with applicable plans and policies.

PAYROLL Employees paid on a bi-weekly basis, consisting of 26 pay periods annually,