Senior Civil Engineering Project Manager (PE), Land Development & Public Works
About the Role
Halff has an opening for a Senior Civil Engineer with a Texas PE License to serve as a Senior Project Manager on our growing Land Development & Public Works team based in McAllen, TX. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in utility and public works design, local infrastructure, municipal roadway, trails, drainage, and land development projects. This role offers significant autonomy in managing engineers-in-training and CAD designers, along with excellent career development opportunities, including potential ownership in the firm.
Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee the design and construction of Land Development and Public Works/Local Infrastructure projects, including light industrial, office/warehouse developments, commercial and residential subdivisions, municipal roadway, trails, and drainage.
- Manage projects from planning through delivery, collaborating with project members, multi-practice teams, subconsultants, and other stakeholders to ensure deliverables, requirements, schedules, costs, and meeting plans are communicated.
- Assist in the development and management of project scopes, budgets, and schedules.
- Support the preparation of proposals and RFQs.
- Manage quality assurance and control analysis to ensure projects meet or exceed client expectations, Halff requirements, and comply with recognized standards and codes of practice.
- Apply technical expertise by understanding project-specific standards, criteria, deliverables, and best practices.
- Monitor project budgets, allocate resources effectively, and identify opportunities to optimize project efficiency and profitability.
- Conduct and manage design and plan production.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external clients, understanding their needs, and ensuring client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to engineers, EITs, and technical staff, fostering a culture of trust and collaboration within the project team.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering or ABET-accredited equivalent engineering degree.
- Professional Engineer (PE) License in Texas.
- At least 10 years of experience in utility and public works design, local infrastructure, public works, municipal roadway, trails, drainage, and land development projects.
- Technical experience with land development software such as Civil 3D.
- Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
- Proficiency in project management, administration, and supervision, with a focus on quality, integrity, and success.
- Ability to work in a team environment with multiple offices and various disciplines.
- Established client relationships in the Rio Grande Valley (a plus).
- Experience with 2D modeling software packages (beneficial but not required).
- Positive attitude and self-directed work ethic.
About Halff
Halff is a full-service infrastructure consulting firm focused on creating smart solutions that improve lives and communities. Since 1950, Halff has been turning ideas into reality with a people-first approach, consistently earning recognition as a Top Workplace in America. Our industry-leading professionals collaborate across over 30 offices in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Florida, Arkansas, Georgia, and Arizona to meet challenges with creative solutions.
Halff’s Land Development team offers diverse and knowledgeable in-house staff capable of providing all services needed for land and site development projects. Our QA/QC Program ensures high-quality deliverables that meet client expectations. Halff’s landscape architects also serve as valuable resources for these projects.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, prescription, and life insurance.
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance.
- Paid time off (PTO) and 8 company-paid holidays (plus Veteran's Day for veterans).
- Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
- Health Savings Account (HSA).
- 529 College Savings Plan.
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
- Employee Assistance Plan.