The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech's Houston, Texas office is seeking a Civil Project Engineer/Project Manager to join our growing team. This role offers a unique opportunity for a motivated engineer who enjoys managing civil infrastructure projects while remaining hands-on with technical design. The position supports a diverse portfolio of projects including pipelines, pump stations, drainage, roadway, and related civil infrastructure.
Position Summary:
The Civil Project Engineer/Project Manager is responsible for managing and executing civil infrastructure projects while providing technical design expertise. This role supports project delivery from planning through construction, maintains strong client relationships, and contributes to the development of junior staff and overall team success.
Essential Job Functions:
The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
• Manage civil infrastructure projects including pipelines, pump stations, drainage, and roadway projects.
• Provide technical design support while leading project execution.
• Prepare and review engineering plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget to ensure high-quality delivery.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and maintain strong working relationships.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and external stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and support their professional development.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Civil or Environmental Engineering in the State of Texas, or ability to obtain licensure within six (6) months.
• Minimum of five (5) years of related civil engineering experience.
• Experience with technical project execution and preparing and pricing scopes of work for proposals.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to travel periodically (approximately 15% or more).
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with municipal or utility clients.
• Familiarity with Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) or local agency standards.
• Prior experience managing multiple projects concurrently.
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to perform office-based work with occasional field visits to active project sites.
• Ability to walk, stand, and perform light to moderate physical activity, including occasional lifting of up to 25-50 pounds.
• Ability to operate a computer and standard office equipment for extended periods.
Work Environment / Environmental Factors:
• Combination of office and field environments, including active construction or infrastructure sites.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions during site visits.
• Moderate noise levels may be present in field settings.
• Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
Additional Information:
• Employment Type: Full-time.
• Work Location: Houston, Texas.
• Work Schedule: Standard business hours with flexibility based on project needs.
• Travel Requirements: Approximately 15% or more, depending on project assignments.
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
