Civil Engineering Project Manager

Description The Civil Project Manager leads the successful delivery of civil engineering projects by managing project performance, client relationships, and team coordination. This role requires demonstrated expertise in civil engineering design, project management, leadership, and client service. The Civil Project Manager is accountable for project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client satisfaction. Responsibilities include overseeing design production, QA/QC, permitting and stakeholder coordination, resource management, and the timely delivery of project deliverables. In addition, the Civil Project Manager will mentor Civil Project Coordinators, Civil Designers, Technicians, and Interns to provide collaboration and leadership within the team, and continues to develop project, employee, and client management skills through guidance from Civil Team Leaders. About Us Since the company’s beginning in 1985, we’ve blended the disciplines of civil engineering and landscape architecture from concept to completion to create places of legacy and inspiration for our clients, community, and family. There is a big difference in how engineers and landscape architects visualize a project. At SW+, we approach every plan from both points of view, working together to create a successfully integrated venture. In our world, that’s a good thing. With the goal of being the best design firm in the region, the SW+ leadership team continues to attract the brightest talent, each with a unique expertise in one of the many facets of land design. SW+ has a diverse portfolio at a variety of scales in both the public and private sectors, including mixed-use commercial developments, urban and suburban multifamily, healthcare, office, high-end resort, and parks and recreation projects. With over 250 employees and offices in Mount Pleasant, Greenville, Summerville, Spartanburg, and Columbia, SC, as well as Charlotte, Raleigh, and Asheville, NC, SW+ inspires employees to stand behind its tagline, “Elevating the site design experience.” Company culture is at the core of who we are. SW+ offers a mentorship program and other professional growth opportunities. Essential Job Functions Perform all responsibilities of the Civil Project Coordinator role with a high level of proficiency.Coordinate with Construction Administration department and provide support throughout the construction process as needed.Collaborate with Landscape Architecture Project Managers throughout the design and permitting process as needed.Coordinate with clients, contractors, sub-consultants, government agencies, and stakeholders to resolve field issues, review change orders, pay applications, as-builts, and project closeout documentation.Develop project proposals and addendums, including scope, budget, schedule, and permitting requirements.Manage client expectations regarding project scope, deliverables, regulatory requirements, schedules, and deadlines.Track multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring effective resource allocation, workload management, and project tracking.Coordinate with the Civil Team Leader on client invoicing and project financial tracking.Perform due diligence investigations and identify potential project risks.Lead QA/QC reviews of project documents and construction plans prior to submission and issuance for construction.Collaborate with the Team Leader to monitor project accounts receivable and coordinateclient outreach as needed.Assign project tasks, provide direction to the design team, and apply sound engineering judgment to technical decisions and solutions.Mentor Civil Project Coordinators, Civil Designers, Technicians, and Interns and supporttheir professional development.Assist clients with contractor bid evaluations for site work.Represent projects effectively in public meetings, including Development Review Boards(DRB), Technical Review Committees (TRC), neighborhood meetings, and publicpresentations.Begin developing and maintaining professional relationships with clients, generalcontractors, site and utility contractors, agency staff, structural engineers, geotechnicalengineers, traffic engineers, and arborists.Participate in business development activities to strengthen client relationships andexpand the firm's presence in the community.Conduct regular check-ins with assigned team members and provide constructivefeedback to support professional development.Demonstrate strong organization, time management, and communication, and leadershipskills.Actively participate in company strategic initiatives, committees, and recruiting efforts. Requirements Minimum Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited college/university required.Experience: Typically, a minimum of 5 years’ experience in civil engineering, land development or construction-related project management. Manage and mentor a minimum of 1 team member. Desired Skills Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification is strongly preferred; Professional Engineer (P.E.)exam completed or in progress preferred.Working knowledge of project proposals, including scope, permitting, budgets, andschedules.Proficiency in client relationship management and business development.Ability to review and coordinate final plats, roadway, drainage, water, and sewer as-builtswith contractors and surveyors.Understanding of the permitting process on both state and local levels. Other Skills/Abilities Excellent knowledge of Microsoft 365 applicationsExcellent written, verbal, and graphic communication skillsStrong organizational and project management skillsPositive attitude and strong work ethicExcellent problem solving and critical thinking skillsExcellent interpersonal skills; ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levelsAbility to be both creative and analyticalPositive, solution-oriented attitudeDetail-oriented and accurateAbility to work in a team environment Working Environment General office environment: Works generally at a desk in a well-lit, air-conditionedcubicle/office, with moderate noise levelsFast-paced, collaborative studio environment within a multidisciplinary firm Physical Demands Activities require a significant amount of sitting at a desk and in front of a computermonitor.Occasional travel to project sites, client meetings, or agency offices.