Civil Engineer - Site Development & Permitting (Developer Side)

Carolina Search Group; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic real estate development group in Charleston, SC is seeking a Project Engineering Manager to oversee commercial development projects. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of engineering or construction project management experience, a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, and strong problem-solving skills. Join a growing firm that offers visibility and leadership support in an exciting growth phase.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in engineering or construction project management.
• EIT or PE license preferred.
• Exposure to retail development or commercial projects a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of commercial development projects from lease execution to delivery.
• Coordinate with consultants, engineers, municipalities, and the tenant’s team.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and identify critical path activities.

Skills

Project Management

Civil Engineering

Problem-solving

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Job description

Overview

Construction Recruiter at Carolina Search Group

Charleston, SC

A dynamic and growing real estate development group undergoing a strategic rebrand is seeking a degreed Civil Engineer to join their team as Project Engineering Manager to support their continued expansion across the Southeast. This unique opportunity offers the chance to work with an entrepreneurial leadership team on ground-up development projects in the Charleston, SC office.

Why This Opportunity?

• Lead Full-Cycle Projects – Step in post-site selection and take ownership through final delivery
• Visible Role – Work directly with executive leadership and make an immediate impact
• Diverse Pipeline – Commercial Projects include retail-focused developments and strategic build-to-suit sites
• Exciting Growth Phase – Be a part of a company with strong history that is in growth mode

Role Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of commercial development projects from lease execution to delivery
• Coordinate with consultants, engineers, municipalities, and the tenant’s team
• Oversee utility coordination, offsite improvements, permitting, and demolition
• Develop and maintain project schedules and identify critical path activities
• Ensure quality execution while keeping projects on time and on budget

Ideal Background

• 5–7 years of experience in engineering or construction project management
• Bachelors in Civil Engineering with EIT OR PE license preferred
• Exposure to retail development or commercial projects a plus
• Skilled in managing consultants and navigating complex entitlements
• Strong scheduling, coordination, and problem-solving abilities
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment managing multiple projects at once

Company and Role Details

• This is an opportunity to join a growing, entrepreneurial minded development firm in a high-impact role that offers visibility, variety, and leadership support.

Contact Information

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• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Civil Engineering
• Industries: Retail, Community Development and Urban Planning, and Civil Engineering

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