Project Manager | Civil Engineering (Site Development / Public Works)

Psomas

$125K — $160K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
  • California PE license required
  • 8+ years of civil engineering experience managing multidisciplinary projects
  • 1+ years of project management experience in site development or public works
  • Experience delivering projects for Southern California public agencies or educational institutions
  • Strong technical knowledge of civil engineering standards
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills

Responsibilities

  • Manage multiple civil engineering projects from planning through completion
  • Oversee scope, budgets, schedules, staffing, and cost estimating
  • Lead production of high-quality deliverables while meeting deadlines
  • Supervise, mentor, and support engineers and technical staff
  • Apply expertise in grading, drainage, utilities, and public improvements
  • Maintain strong client relationships and navigate regulatory requirements
  • Support proposals, interviews, RFQs/RFPs, and contract negotiations
  • Coordinate subconsultants and oversee contract administration

Benefits

  • 3-4 weeks PTO plus 8 paid holidays
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
  • Discretionary bonus and recognition programs
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Career pathing and employee ownership benefits
Full Job Description
Civil Engineering Project Manager - Site Development/Public Works

As our Civil Engineering Project Manager for our Site Development/Public Works team, you will lead impactful infrastructure and land development projects that serve communities across Southern California, including municipalities, school districts, higher education institutions, and civic agencies. Our work includes site development, roadway and right-of-way improvements, civil utilities, drainage infrastructure, and public improvements that strengthen and support resilient communities. This position reports to our Downtown Los Angeles office, with the flexibility to work from our Santa Clarita or Orange County offices.

What You'll Do
  • Project Leadership: Manage multiple civil engineering projects from planning through completion
  • Budget & Schedule Management: Oversee scope, budgets, schedules, staffing, and cost estimating
  • Technical Oversight: Lead production of high-quality deliverables while meeting project deadlines
  • Team Development: Supervise, mentor, and support engineers and technical staff
  • Engineering Design: Apply expertise in grading, drainage, utilities, LID, hydrology/hydraulics, and public improvements
  • Client & Agency Coordination: Maintain strong client relationships and navigate local/state regulatory requirements
  • Business Development: Support proposals, interviews, RFQs/RFPs, presentations, and contract negotiations
  • Consultant Management: Coordinate subconsultants and oversee contract administration

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
  • California PE license required
  • 8+ years of civil engineering experience managing multidisciplinary projects
  • 1+ years of project management experience overseeing site development or public works projects
  • Experience delivering projects for Southern California public agencies, municipalities, or educational institutions
  • Strong technical knowledge of civil engineering, design, practices and standards
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and client management skills

Preferred Qualifications
  • DBIA certification or ability to obtain within 2 years

Compensation & Benefits
  • Pay Range: $125,000-$160,000 annually, depending on experience
  • Discretionary bonus and recognition programs
  • 3-4 weeks PTO plus 8 paid holidays
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement, and employee ownership benefits
  • Professional development, career pathing, and training opportunities

Our Hiring Approach
Our recruiting team reviews every application personally and keeps candidates informed throughout the process. If your background aligns with our needs, we'll reach out to discuss next steps.

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