Civil Engineering Project Manager

Kleinfelder Inc; Dover (DE); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder Inc, a leader in engineering solutions, seeks a Civil Engineering Project Manager to work on innovative design projects in Delaware. This role requires managing project execution phases, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and a commitment to quality and safety standards.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s in civil engineering, 7+ years of experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D. A comprehensive benefits package is provided, supporting professional growth and development.

This position allows for a hybrid work environment, making it a great opportunity for local talent.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of related experience, with 3-4 years in project management.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Ability to obtain Professional Engineering license within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Create proposals, schedule, and budget on energy projects.
• Interact with Client stakeholders and coordinate workload.
• Manage project execution phases including subcontractor management.
• Drive customer value adhering to quality standards.
• Define client needs and manage engineering resources.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Budgeting

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Professional Engineering (PE) license

Job description

Job Description

Take Your Design Career to the Next Level

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Our collaborative, multidisciplinary group spanning architectural, structural, civil, electrical, mechanical, process engineering, pipeline design, and integrity management works together to deliver integrated, high‑impact solutions.

Step Into Your New Role

As a Civil Engineering Project Manager, you will be working on innovative, multi-disciplinary design projects for high-profile state agencies and large municipalities in the Delaware area. You will manage all phases of project execution including project organization, subcontractor management, scheduling, financial management, health and safety stewardship, and reporting while working closely with our team engineers, designers and other technical experts. Much of our team enjoys a hybrid schedule, which allows us to offer this role in our Dover or New Castle, DE offices.

Responsibilities

• Duties include the creation of proposals, scheduling, and budgeting on energy projects.
• The successful candidate will interact with Client stakeholders and coordinate workload with existing design staff.
• Manage all phases of project execution including project organization, subcontractor/vendor management, scheduling, financial management, health and safety stewardship, and reporting.
• Lead and participate in technical, cost, and scheduling decisions, adhering to company quality standards (including internal quality control and risk management protocols such as peer reviews), and driving customer value.
• Oversee pursuits, designate the appropriate resources to projects, define client needs, address client concerns, and manage engineering resources within budget.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external teams of clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate on a program of design and construction management projects striving for continuous improvement in process development and execution.
• Devise innovative and creative solutions to problems encountered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• 7+ years of related experience, 3-4 years project related experience and knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations required.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred or ability to obtain PE within 6 months.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Benefits

Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

Career Development

We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity

Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

Notice to Third Party Agencies

Please note that Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.