Sr. Project Manager - Civil

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Sr. Engineering Project Manager in Nashville to lead and manage design teams, ensuring the successful execution of projects while maintaining quality, schedules, and budgets. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with experience mentoring team members, coordinating with clients and stakeholders, and driving project success.

Responsibilities

• Manage workload and schedules for the design team
• Effectively delegate project design responsibilities to team members
• Mentor, train, and encourage technical and design employees
• Ensure the team has the necessary resources and support to complete their work efficiently
• Develop a working knowledge of project management tools and resources in Ajera
• Review project budgets and provide input as needed
• Maintain regular communication with clients, keeping them informed of project progress, changes, and challenges
• Create project timelines and milestones, ensuring adherence by the design team
• Identify and mitigate potential risks impacting project timelines or quality
• Assist with preparing monthly invoices for the projects you manage
• Lead and coordinate project meetings with clients and regulatory agencies
• Serve as the primary point of contact between CSDG, clients, and stakeholders
• Attend and actively participate in public meetings, representing CSDG and clients
• Develop and enhance relationships with client staff and key decision-makers
• Seek out new projects and client opportunities
• Assist in firm-wide training and development initiatives
• Participate in networking events and professional organizations to promote CSDG
• Participate in proposal development for new projects
• Act as an emissary between team members and firm leadership as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Tennessee or ability to obtain
• Strong leadership, organizational, and delegation skills
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects—deliverables, budgets, and deadlines while leading and mentoring others
• A self-starter who thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, working knowledge of project management software Ajera is a plus

Why Join CSDG?

At CSDG, we believe the best work doesn't just sit in a portfolio — it's built into the communities where we live and work. We take on projects that move from vision to reality, so you can see the results of your ideas and realize the impact of your meaningful work. We're an integrated multi-disciplinary, award winning firm built on the belief that our people define our success. We invest in you as intentionally as we invest in the communities we serve, because the quality of our work starts with the strength of our team.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule, including a four-day, 9-hour workweek option to earn half-day Fridays
• Two discretionary bonuses per year, historically & based on company performance
• 172+ hours (or 21+ days) of time off to accrue including vacation, personal time, holidays & Christmas office closure
• CSDG covers nearly 100% of full employee premium for medical, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with up to 5% company contribution at year's end, provided to all employees after one year of employment
• Confidential Care Coach for mental health and well-being support
• & more!

Your Future in Focus

• Clear career paths & opportunities
• Active leadership involvement in mentorship and professional development
• Meaningful, community-impacting projects every day