Sr. Project Manager - Civil Engineering

The Senior Civil Engineering Project Manager oversees projects from the proposal stage through to construction completion. Responsibilities include managing all technical aspects of infrastructure projects, ensuring quality control and assurance, and coordinating with project teams and consultants. The role involves direct interaction with clients during the pursuit, design, and construction phases and includes representing the organization at industry forums and events. This position is based in the Columbia, South Carolina office.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management:

• Lead the design and management of infrastructure projects, ensuring accuracy and completion of designs.
• Oversee multiple design elements, including plans, surveys, and system components.
• Prepare comprehensive project documentation, including plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Apply standard techniques, solve problems, and ensure timely and budget-friendly project delivery.
• Develop project proposals, reports, and related documentation.
• Attend project meetings, presenting engineering updates and resolving project issues.
• Coordinate technical and administrative activities across teams and disciplines.
• Ensure project activities comply with contracts, schedules, and budgets.
• Prepare status reports, change orders, and maintain milestone tracking.
• Mentor junior staff on design standards and project management best practices.
  
  

Business Development

• Support marketing efforts and participate in industry networking.
• Assist in identifying potential clients and preparing project scopes and fee proposals.
• Collaborate with clients, officials, contractors, and project team members.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• 12 years’ experience, Aviation background preferred.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Proficiency with MS Outlook, MS Excel, and MS Word.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Strong knowledge of industry standards and regulatory processes.
• Familiarity with state and local infrastructure project communities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines independently.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  
  

Licensure

• Valid driver’s license.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license, with eligibility for licensure in additional states.
  
  

Work Environment And Requirements

• Office-based role with occasional site visits.
• May require extended sitting, occasional lifting (up to 40 pounds), and outdoor work during site visits.
• Personal protective equipment may be required during site visits.
  
  

This position includes supervisory responsibilities and opportunities for professional development.

Skills and Certifications [note: bold skills and certification are required]

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering.

12 years’ experience, Aviation background preferred.

South Carolina Professional Engineer licensure

Security Clearance Required: No

Visa Candidate Considered: No

Full-time

Benefits - Full

Relocation Assistance Available - No

Commission Compensation - No

Bonus Eligible - No

Overtime Eligible - No

Interview Travel Reimbursed - No

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