ROLE OVERVIEWAs our energy practice expands rapidly across the region, we are seeking a Project Manager with a strong civil site development background to lead energy infrastructure projects while also supporting our established Land Development team. This role sits at the intersection of two growing practice areas: utility-scale energy development - solar, storage, substations, and utility corridors - and a broad portfolio of commercial, residential, industrial, and recreational land development work.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES- Lead civil site design for utility-scale energy projects including solar farms, substations, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and utility corridors
- Oversee preparation of permitting and construction plans for energy and land development projects, including design, layout, grading, drainage, stormwater management, access roads, and E&S controls
- Perform or review calculations for design, grade lines, alignments, and drainage
- Coordinate with energy developers, utilities, agencies, and equipment vendors throughout the project life cycle
- Manage permitting efforts across federal, state, and local regulatory bodies for energy and land development projects
- Prepare detailed project cost estimates
- Assist clients with bidding and construction administration
- Coordinate with construction inspection personnel and review daily field reports to ensure contracted work meets design intent
- Manage all aspects of project delivery including client communication, financial management, and internal and external team coordination
- Mentor and develop junior staff
- Participate in business development including client meetings, proposals, RFQ submissions, and strategic planning with division leadership and marketing staff
WHAT YOU'LL BRINGEducation: BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university; other engineering degrees considered based on relevant experience
Experience: 5-15 years of experience preferred; demonstrated experience with energy infrastructure or utility-scale civil site development strongly preferred
Licensure: PE certification required
Energy expertise: Familiarity with energy development permitting, interconnection requirements, or construction administration for energy projects a plus
Skills: Strong project management, communication, and client relationship skills
BENEFITSWe offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance; flexible spending and dependent care accounts; a Health Savings Account with company contributions; company-paid short- and long-term disability; and a $100,000 life insurance policy paid for by the company. We also offer supplemental life, dental, and vision insurance, along with accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness coverage for added peace of mind.
We invest in our employees' futures through a traditional and Roth 401(k) with up to a 4% company match, profit sharing, and discretionary bonuses. Employees enjoy paid time off, paid parental leave, and support for continuing education and professional registrations, plus assistance with warehouse club memberships, gym, and race entry fees.
We recognize the importance of work-life balance and offer schedule flexibility within a family-oriented culture that's been building communities across the Mid-Atlantic for over 40 years.
