Civil Engineering

Project Manager

United StatesOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

Civil Engineering
Project Manager
PE license
transportation
site civil
coastal engineering
water resources
federal infrastructure
municipal engineering
land development

Nice to have

business development
proposal preparation

Role summary

Thompson Engineering is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee civil engineering projects. The role involves managing project scope, budgets, schedules, and client relationships while leading multidisciplinary teams. Responsibilities include project planning, design, construction oversight, client communication, quality review, and mentoring staff. Candidates with experience in transportation, site civil, coastal, H&H, water resources, federal, municipal, or land development are encouraged to apply. A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, a PE license, and a minimum of 5 years of engineering experience are required.

Job Description

Thompson Engineering is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of engineering projects across a broad range of civil engineering disciplines. This individual will manage project scope, budgets, schedules, and client relationships while leading multidisciplinary teams in delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

Candidates with experience in transportation, site civil, coastal engineering, hydrology and hydraulics (H&H), water resources, federal, municipal, land development, or related infrastructure markets are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Manage engineering projects from planning and design through construction.
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and work plans.
Maintain strong client relationships and provide exceptional customer service.
Lead project meetings with clients, agencies, and internal teams.
Review engineering deliverables for quality and compliance.
Identify and pursue opportunities for repeat business and new client development.
Mentor engineers and technical staff while promoting professional development.
Support proposal preparation, project pursuits, and strategic growth initiatives.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline.
Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
Experience managing projects within one or more of the following disciplines:

Site Civil
Transportation
Water Resources
Hydrology & Hydraulics (H&H)
Coastal Engineering
Federal Infrastructure
Municipal Engineering
Land Development

Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams.
Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and client relationship skills.
Experience with business development and proposal preparation is preferred.

About Thompson Engineering

Founded in 1953, Thompson Engineering provides quality assurance and professional services for construction projects supporting industrial, infrastructure, and community development. Our services include drilling, materials testing, construction inspection, chemistry laboratory services, engineering design, environmental assessments, surveying, geotechnical studies, and construction management.

Today, Thompson Engineering is recognized for leadership on projects that define skylines, coastlines, and transportation networks across the Southeast. From project planning and design through construction and completion, we deliver innovative solutions to complex infrastructure and building challenges for industrial, commercial, transportation, federal, and municipal clients.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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