Land Development Project Manager- Salt Lake City

About the role

This role combines design, project management, and client leadership, giving you the opportunity to lead projects, mentor staff, and help grow our presence in Utah. We’re looking for a licensed engineer who is excited about what they do — someone who enjoys mentoring teams, building client relationships, and delivering high-quality public works projects that make a meaningful impact in our communities.

Responsibilities

• Manage land development projects from concept through construction
• Oversee budgets, schedules, and project performance
• Perform and review civil design using Civil 3D
• Serve as the primary client contact and build strong relationships
• Mentor team members and support business development efforts

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering
• 5–10+ years of land development experience
• PE license required
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to pass both a criminal background check and driving record review

Civil Science evaluates and determines on a case-by-case basis whether it is willing to sponsor an individual to receive a temporary or permanent work visa (e.g., E-3, H-1B, H-1B1, or TN visa status).

About Us

Civil Science isn’t just another engineering firm—we’re a 100% employee-owned company with over 40 years of expertise and a bold vision for the future. Our team of talented engineers, surveyors, planners, and technicians partners with clients across the public and private sectors to deliver innovative and impactful solutions. At Civil Science, we believe in investing in our people. As an employee-owner, you’ll enjoy unmatched opportunities for leadership, mentorship, and career growth, all within a culture that values collaboration, excellence, and entrepreneurial spirit.

Established in 2002 through an employee buyout of a local firm which has been continuously providing consulting engineering services since 1978, Civil Science provides services through the expertise of highly qualified professional engineers, licensed surveyors, planners, and a support pool of technicians to a wide array of both public sector and private clientele in multiple states. In 2015, we transitioned to a 100% Employee-Owned company to benefit our employees and clients through increased collaboration and commitment. Our employee-owners are passionate about teaming with clients to develop solutions that are innovative, instill lasting value, and provide for mutual success.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Three weeks of PTO
• Eight holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401K plan

Our ownership culture promotes accountability, collaboration, and long-term thinking — with shared success and pride in the work we do. We offer flexibility to ensure your career complements your personal life.