Civil Engineering Principal — Lead, Deliver & Grow Projects

Alta E&I; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Alta Environmental & Infrastructure seeks a Civil Engineering Principal to oversee complex civil projects from concept to completion in Arizona. You will ensure delivery within scope, schedule, and budget, while driving business development and managing project P&L.

The role requires a licensed civil engineer (Arizona PE) with at least 10 years of PM experience, strong financial acumen, and a proven track record of delivering large-scale projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Batchelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field; advanced degree or professional certifications preferred.
• Arizona PE license required.
• Minimum of 10 years experience in civil engineering project management.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing project budgets, P&L statements, and financial metrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of civil engineering projects, ensuring adherence to quality standards and client specifications.
• Develop project plans, timelines and budgets; track progress and report to stakeholders.
• Coordinate with internal teams, subcontractors, and vendors to allocate resources and resolve issues.
• Implement risk management strategies and ensure timely resolution of conflicts.
• Manage the P&L for assigned projects, including budgeting and forecasting to optimize profitability.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization and efficiency improvements.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities and develop strategies to expand market presence.
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, and proposal development to secure new contracts.
• Mentor junior staff and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

P&L management

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Advanced degree or professional certifications preferred

Job description

Alta Environmental & Infrastructure seeks a Civil Engineering Principal to oversee complex civil projects from concept to completion in Arizona. You will ensure delivery within scope, schedule, and budget, while driving business development and managing project P&L.

The role requires a licensed civil engineer (Arizona PE) with at least 10 years of PM experience, strong financial acumen, and a proven track record of delivering large-scale projects on time and within budget.