Senior Civil Engineering Project Manager

DCI Engineers is seeking a Senior Civil Engineering Project Manager in our Portland, OR office. You’ll apply your civil engineering degree and hands-on experience to lead complex building projects, mentor junior engineers, collaborate across teams, and develop lasting client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and direct the production of engineering project documents
• Prepare fee proposals and contracts
• Develop workload and scheduling projections for project staff
• Oversee and perform site development design: grading, drainage, sewer, water, erosion control, and road design (including profile layouts)
• Perform or oversee construction support services
• Review submittals, prepare technical reports, perform routine conveyance calculations, and write observation reports
• Collaborate with engineers and drafting teams to coordinate design details and construction document requirements
• Review completed drafting and communicate with contractors during construction
• Evaluate additional service requests, review billing, and coordinate permit responses and construction support
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients to support repeat work and client satisfaction
• Support marketing and business development efforts by representing DCI to new and existing clients

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of civil engineering experience
• Strong time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience leading and mentoring junior engineers and coordinating with BIM Designers
• Desire to build strong client relationships and provide excellent service
• Effective communication skills with clients, contractors, and project teams
• Demonstrated ability to market yourself and DCI to new and existing clients
• Proven client relationship skills with the ability to support business development and pursuit of new work
• Civil Engineering degree from an ABET-accredited university
• PE license required

About the Company

At DCI Engineers, you’ll find more than just a job – you’ll join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and a lifestyle you crave. With 20+ offices across the United States and 35+ years of experience, we’ve built a firm that challenges employees to step outside the box, provide creative solutions, and deliver exceptional value to projects. We foster a supportive and entrepreneurial culture, where mentorship, professional growth, and work/life balance are a priority. Your time outside of work fuels your productivity, creativity, and professional development, and we encourage our employees to pursue it.

Benefits

• Competitive salary + bonus opportunities
• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Tax-advantaged savings account options
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Life, AD&D, and supplemental coverage
• 401(k) with annual company contribution
• 8 paid holidays (including 1 floating holiday)
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Commuter benefits (where available)
• Health & Fitness Program
• Cell phone benefit
• Seminar and licensing reimbursements