Civil Engineering Project Manager

Apex Companies; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-subsidized medical and dental

401k match

Tuition assistance

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Apex Companies in Sarasota, Florida, is looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead civil engineering projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of project management experience and a Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain one. Key responsibilities include managing project scope, budget, schedule, and client relationships while ensuring regulatory compliance. Apex offers company-subsidized medical benefits, 401k match, tuition assistance, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience managing civil engineering projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license desired.
• Proven ability to develop project scopes, budgets, and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage engineering projects from initial scoping to delivery.
• Oversee project design activities, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Develop and maintain project budgets and schedules.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Environmental Engineering

Job description

Are you highly motivated, hard-working, and seeking to join a growth-focused consulting & engineering firm? Are you looking for a company that will invest in your development and grow your professional skills? If so, consider a career with Apex!

Position Summary

Seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of civil engineering projects. The ideal candidate will have a Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain one, along with at least 5 years of project management experience in related infrastructure or environmental projects. This role will involve both engineering design oversight and construction administration, ensuring projects meet technical specifications, regulatory requirements, budgets, and timelines while maintaining excellent client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Direct and manage engineering projects from initial scoping through final delivery, ensuring adherence to client requirements, quality standards, and regulations.
• Technical Oversight: Oversee project design activities, reviewing plans, calculations, and specifications. Coordinate with internal disciplines to ensure integrated solutions and regulatory compliance.
• Budget & Schedule Management: Develop and maintain project budgets and schedules. Proactively identify and address risks, changes, and delays to keep projects on track.
• Client & Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and agencies. Provide regular project status updates, address concerns, and facilitate clear communication among all parties.
• Quality Assurance & Documentation: Ensure all project deliverables, including design documents, construction observations, and final records, meet quality standards. Maintain organized project files and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Construction Administration (as applicable): Oversee construction engineering inspection (CEI) activities, coordinate with construction teams, review contractor submittals, and ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Mentorship & Team Collaboration: Support junior staff development by providing guidance, reviewing work, and fostering a collaborative, solutions-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Environmental Engineering (or related field).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license desired.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience managing civil engineering projects.
• Proven ability to develop project scopes, budgets, and schedules, and to lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

What We Offer

• Company-subsidized medical and dental.
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.
• 401k match, tuition assistance, and more.
• Opportunities for professional growth, training, and licensure support.
• Cross training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
• Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.
• Relocation assistance (if applicable).
• Working with the best and brightest in the industry.

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