Civil Engineer - Project Manager

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401(k) and profit sharing

Performance bonus and company stock

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Tuition assistance

Work-life balance and employee resource groups

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Civil Engineer Project Manager in Knoxville, TN. The successful candidate will oversee site development projects, manage design teams, and ensure compliance with client requirements. Ideal candidates have 10+ years of experience, a B.S. in Civil Engineering, and a Professional Engineer license. This role offers competitive benefits including 401(k) matching, performance bonuses, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of civil engineering experience in site development or infrastructure design.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage site development and civil engineering projects from proposal through construction.
• Lead the design and review of site layout, grading, stormwater systems, utilities, and erosion control.
• Prepare and oversee technical reports, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and permit applications.

Skills

Project Management

Site Development

Communication Skills

Leadership

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering or related discipline

M.S. in Civil Engineering (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

HydroCAD

HEC-RAS

Job description

Overview

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At Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC), every team member is personally invested in serving our clients with integrity, delivering results that matter, and growing meaningful careers. As employee-owners, we’re accountable not just for our work, but for creating an environment that supports and challenges one another. Our people are our priority — and that’s what drives us to dig deeper, collaborate smarter, and build lasting relationships inside and outside of our company. As a Civil Engineering Project Manager in our Civil Practice at the Knoxville, TN office, you’ll lead project teams responsible for land development and site design for a wide range of commercial, residential, institutional, and industrial projects. You’ll manage tasks such as site layout, grading, stormwater management, utility design, erosion control, and permitting. You’ll work closely with clients and stakeholders from concept through construction, ensuring quality, compliance, and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage site development and civil engineering projects from proposal through construction, including oversight of scope, schedule, and budget.
• Lead the design and review of site layout, grading, stormwater systems, utilities, and erosion control.
• Prepare and oversee technical reports, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and permit applications.
• Perform quality assurance/quality control reviews and ensure project deliverables meet regulatory and client requirements.
• Coordinate and communicate with clients, contractors, subconsultants, and regulatory agencies throughout all phases of the project.
• Mentor and supervise junior engineers and technical staff, including support for career development planning and performance reviews.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on business development and strategic client growth initiatives.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of civil engineering experience in site development or infrastructure design; or a comparable combination of education and experience.
• B.S. in Civil Engineering (or related discipline) required; M.S. preferred.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure required.
• Proven ability to manage civil/site development projects.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D and stormwater modeling tools; experience with HydroCAD or HEC-RAS preferred.
• Experience developing scopes, preparing proposals, and managing projects profitably.
• Skilled in resolving design and permitting challenges for grading, stormwater, and utility layouts.
• Familiar with local/state permitting processes and coordinating with regulatory agencies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience working across teams and with external stakeholders.
• Active participation in professional or client-related organizations is a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership and commitment to mentoring junior staff.

Benefits

• Matching 401(k) and profit sharing.
• Performance bonus and company stock.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Tuition assistance and professional development.
• Work-life balance and employee resource groups focusing on inclusion and community service.

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.