Civil Project Manager

About the role

The Project Manager is responsible for the management and delivery of multiple complex infrastructure projects from conception to completion by defining the project scope, setting the schedule, allocating resources and providing technical support to a team of professional staff members. The PM serves as the subject‑matter expert on all aspects of the project, supervises the project lifecycle, manages scope, cost, schedule, mitigates risks, and ensures accurate project schedules and monthly reports. Coordination and communication with all appropriate stakeholders, team members and leadership are required to meet quality deliverables and milestones on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning and execution of feasibility studies, preliminary engineering design, alternative analysis, risk analysis, cost estimation, environmental clearance, long‑term mitigation obligations, final design, right‑of‑way acquisition, utility relocation, construction management, and contractual agreements.
• Manage project scope, cost, and schedule from conceptual design through construction completion, ensuring on‑time and on‑budget delivery.
• Provide direction and day‑to‑day operational management for all team members, including consultants and contractors, to keep activities on track.
• Maintain accurate project schedules and prepare monthly project reports.
• Coordinate and communicate with stakeholders, team members, and leadership to ensure quality deliverables and milestones are met.
• Develop and implement strategies with the project team to meet prescribed time frames, scope, funding parameters, and risk‑mitigation goals.
• Direct preparation and maintenance of project schedules, budgets, and quality‑control objectives.
• Facilitate project team discussions on updates, risk‑management best practices, and solutions to minimize impacts on scope, schedule, and budget.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and ensure compliance.
• Manage delivery of design, PS&E plan set production, and construction of transportation projects including roadway, bridge, and pedestrian facilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a similar curriculum from an ABET‑accredited college or university.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas, or ability to obtain Texas P.E. licensure within six months of hire.
• Valid Texas driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Experience in engineering planning, design, and construction management of roadway and bridge projects.
• Project Manager I – less than 3 years of experience.
• Project Manager II – 3 years of experience.
• Project Manager III – 5 years of experience.
• Project Manager IV – 7 years of experience.
• Project Manager V – 10 years of experience.
• Preferred: Project Management certification(s) such as CAPM, PMP, PgMP, or related credentials.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of civil transportation infrastructure design, roadway/bridge design, drainage, and construction standards and practices.
• Strong proficiency with project management tools and scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, Bluebeam, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Familiarity with roadway design and CADD software applications.
• Experience with collaborative platforms such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with coworkers, the public, industry, and governmental representatives.
• Capability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and motivational skills to build cohesive teams.
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, coordinate, train, support, assign, and evaluate subordinate managers.
• Discretion in handling confidential materials with tact and initiative.

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to safely move around all parts of a construction site, including excavations and heights.

General Information

• Position type: Full‑time.
• Typical schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; hours may vary based on business needs, with occasional nights, weekends, or overnight shift work during inclement weather events.
• Work environment: Primarily indoor (office and job trailer) with required time on construction sites in all weather conditions; exposure to extreme temperatures, noise, high‑speed traffic, and other site hazards; routine use of standard office equipment.
• Reporting relationships: May report to a Deputy Director, Assistant Director, Manager, or Lead; may supervise two to six personnel.
• Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.