Civil Engineer - Project Manager

Harper Houf Peterson Righellis, Inc.

$90K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Oregon or Washington; additional state licenses a plus.
  • 10+ years of project management experience in civil engineering.
  • Demonstrated leadership in team development and cross-discipline coordination.
  • Proven expertise in budgeting, scheduling, and contract management.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, lead, and manage civil engineering projects throughout their lifecycle.
  • Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, staffing, and quality.
  • Serve as primary contact for clients and manage expectations.
  • Directly supervise project engineers and coordinate with discipline leads.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance and implement quality assurance processes.

Benefits

  • Generous employer contributions into the 401(k), no match required.
  • Company pays 100% of premiums for health, vision, dental for employees and dependents.
  • Paid vacation, sick, and holiday time.
  • Company paid long term disability and life insurance.
  • Wellness and fitness benefits.
Full Job Description
What We Are Seeking:

We are currently seeking a Project Manager for our Eugene, Oregon office. We are looking for an individual who works well in a small team environment, responds effectively to multiple deadlines, and produces excellent work. The candidate must be highly attentive to detail, have the organization and skill to work independently and is an agile and communicative team member.

Responsibilities:
  • Plan, lead, and manage civil engineering projects from initiation through closeout.
  • Oversee scope, schedule, budget, staffing, and quality across multiple projects.
  • Serve as primary client contact and manage relationships, expectations, and feedback.
  • Lead internal teams and manage subcontractors and consultants.
  • Directly supervise project engineers and coordinate with discipline leads.
  • Manage contracts, invoices, bill cycles, and project profitability.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance, QA/QC, and risk mitigation strategies are implemented.
  • Facilitate regular project status meetings and reporting to clients and leadership.
  • Resolve high-level technical and project delivery challenges.
  • Contribute to business development and proposal writing; help secure new work.
  • Provide high-level oversight of documentation, change orders, and deliverables.


Education, Experience & Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Oregon or Washington; additional state licenses a plus.
  • 10 + years of progressively responsible experience in civil engineering and project management.
  • Demonstrated leadership, including mentoring, team development, and cross discipline coordination.
  • Proven expertise in budgeting, scheduling, and contract management for public and private sector infrastructure projects.
  • Strong understanding of risk management, resource planning, and performance tracking.
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D is preferred; hands-on proficiency may not be required at this level - should be capable of reviewing deliverables and directing intent.
  • Deep understanding of civil design standards, construction methods, codes, and regulatory frameworks.
  • Solid understanding of civil design and construction standards.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including client interaction, public presentations, and report development.
  • Record of successfully managing projects from planning through design, permitting, bidding, and construction.
  • Experience supervising engineering teams, junior staff, and coordinating with subconsultants.
  • Strong client relationship management and business development skills, including proposal development and agency outreach.
  • Establish relations with local, regional, and state agencies strongly preferred.


Our Benefits:

We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits which include:
  • Generous employer contributions into the 401(k), no match required to receive
  • Company pays 100% of the premiums for health, alternative care, vision, and dental for employees and dependents
  • Company paid long term disability and life insurance
  • Paid vacation, sick and holiday time
  • Supplemental insurance benefits
  • Wellness and fitness benefits
  • Public transportation reimbursement
  • Company paid Professional license and association fees
  • Opportunity for company stock ownership
  • Employee engagement, celebrations, and events throughout the year


Interested?

Please submit a resume and cover letter.

Recruiters, please note: We do not accept agency submissions for this role. Direct applicants only.

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