Civil Engineer / Project Manager

gpac; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established civil engineering firm in Nashville is seeking a Civil Engineer / Project Manager with P.E. licensure for a pivotal role in site development and land planning projects. Ideal candidates will have a strong project management background, proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, and the desire to grow into senior leadership roles. The firm offers a collaborative environment with diverse project loads and minimal travel, making it an ideal opportunity for motivated professionals looking to take ownership of their work.

Qualifications

• P.E. license required.
• 4+ years of experience in commercial site design/land development.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse commercial and infrastructure projects.
• Interface directly with clients and agencies.
• Oversee budgets, schedules, and permitting.

Skills

Project Management

Client Communication

Site Development

Land Planning

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Education

Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

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Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr

(Licensed P.E. Required - Civil 3D Experience Preferred)

We are a well-established, design-driven civil engineering firm urgently seeking a Civil Engineer / Project Manager(P.E) with a strong background in site development and land planning. This is a high-impact role built for professionals who want more than redlines it's your chance to take ownership of diverse commercial and infrastructure projects while working directly with clients and agencies.

Our firm has been serving the region for 30+ years, offering a stable backlog, a collaborative team environment, and real growth potential in senior leadership or business development.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• 100% in-house design leadership, no outsourcing, and no micromanagement
• $$ $85k-115k (Based on experience) + Aggressive bonus structure
• ️ Diverse project load: commercial, infrastructure, site development
• ️ Tools that work: Full Civil 3D integration, modern design workflows
• Minimum to no travel required
• Direct client and municipal interaction from day one
• Clear path to grow into senior PM or department lead
• ️ Trusted local reputation with decades of repeat business
  
  

What We Are Looking For

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E. Required) in Tennessee or transferable license
• Registered LEED AP is a plus (Not Required)
• 4+ years of experience in commercial site design and/or land development
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, permitting, and agency coordination
• Confident communicator who can interface with clients, agencies, and internal teams
• Motivated team player looking to build a long-term career with leadership potentia
  
  

Ideal Candidate Traits

• Values project ownership and accountability
• Tired of siloed roles or repetitive designs
• Enjoys seeing projects through from concept to completion
• Brings energy, technical depth, and strong decision-making to the table
• Wants to grow with a respected firm, not just work for one
  
  

Ready to Learn More? To apply confidentially or schedule an intro call, send your resume or contact info to: [e-mail] 319-403-8714

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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