Project Manager (Dallas, Austin)

Essential Responsibilities

• Manage multiple civil engineering and land development projects simultaneously from concept through construction
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, municipalities, utility providers, and regulatory agencies
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and staffing plans to ensure successful project execution
• Lead project teams consisting of engineers, designers, surveyors, and subconsultants
• Oversee the preparation and review of engineering plans, technical reports, specifications, and permit applications
• Maintain project financial performance, including budgets, invoicing, profitability, and resource allocation
• Identify project risks and proactively develop solutions to maintain project objectives
• Ensure projects comply with applicable regulations, design standards, and client requirements
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control reviews of project deliverables
• Coordinate entitlement, permitting, and agency approval processes
• Participate in project interviews, proposals, and business development activities
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to support repeat business opportunities
• Mentor and develop Project Engineers, EITs, and technical staff
• Support strategic growth initiatives and contribute to office and company objectives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required, preferably in Texas or ability to obtain Texas licensure through reciprocity
• 7-12+ years of civil engineering experience with a focus on land development, infrastructure, or municipal projects
• Demonstrated experience managing projects, budgets, schedules, and client relationships
• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Thorough understanding of site development, grading, drainage, utility design, and permitting processes
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary project teams
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
• Prowess in managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a consulting environment
• Microsoft 365 proficiency

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with Texas municipalities, counties, utility districts, and regulatory agencies
• Knowledge of hydrology and hydraulics, stormwater management, and drainage design
• Experience preparing project proposals, fee estimates, and contracts
• Existing client relationships within Texas land development markets
• Experience supporting business development and market growth initiatives
• Familiarity with GIS, drainage modeling software, and related engineering technologies