Senior Project Manager – Civil/Municipal Engineering

Position Summary

This role manages and delivers municipal civil infrastructure projects while serving as a primary point of contact for municipal clients. The position contributes directly to expanding Tetra Tech’s municipal practice through project execution, client engagement, and business development.

Essential Job Functions

• Lead and manage municipal civil infrastructure projects including roadway, bicycle/pedestrian, drainage, and water/wastewater improvements.
• Serve as the primary client liaison for municipal clients, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring satisfaction.
• Scope projects, negotiate contracts, and oversee technical quality, budgets, and schedules.
• Provide QA/QC reviews and ensure compliance with engineering standards.
• Mentor project engineers and junior staff while promoting professional development.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative municipal solutions.
• Track project performance, financial metrics, and utilization targets.
• Participate in business development activities and represent Tetra Tech at industry events.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Texas.
• 12+ years of progressive municipal infrastructure project experience.
• Strong relationships with city and county municipalities in North Texas.
• Proven experience managing roadway, drainage, water, and sanitary sewer projects.
• Skilled communicator with experience presenting to clients and public audiences.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and balance technical and client-facing responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• TXDOT PS&E experience.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in both office and field settings as project needs dictate.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain during site visits.

Work Environment / Environmental Factors

• Work performed in a combination of office and outdoor environments.
• Occasional exposure to weather, noise, and uneven terrain during fieldwork.
• Use of PPE may be required for certain site visits.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 25,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.