Civil Land Development Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Project Manager in Civil Engineering to drive land development projects in Rochester, Syracuse, or Buffalo. The ideal candidate will have strong design experience, project management skills, and a proven record of successful project delivery. This role involves overseeing project budgets, mentoring junior staff, and effective client interaction. Comprehensive benefits and a flexible work schedule offer a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedule

Health/Dental Insurance

401k Plan with Employer Match

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Leadership Development Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus Program

Wellness Program

Team Building Events

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience in a consulting environment.
• Experience in project management and agency approvals.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Manage Civil Engineering projects from start to finish.
• Prepare Civil Engineering Site Plans and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans.
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate with other disciplines.

Skills

Strong Land Development Design experience

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

HydroCAD

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

LaBella is currently seeking a Project Manager in Civil Engineering in our Land Development Group out of our Rochester, Syracuse, or Buffalo Offices.

• Independently manage Land Development Civil Engineering projects from start to finish with a team of junior engineers. Includes overseeing the preparation of Civil Engineering Site Plans from conceptual design through construction documents. Includes preparation of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans.
• Project management responsibilities include client interaction, meeting attendance, mentorship of junior level staff, preparation of professional service proposals, preparation of request for proposals, coordination with Architects and MEP engineers, attendance at public presentations, project invoicing, agency approvals.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering.
• 8+ years of experience with demonstrated success in a professional consulting environment.
• Strong Land Development Design experience including preparation of Site/Grading/Utility Plans, Construction Details, and Conceptual Layout plans. Stormwater Design experience including preparation of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans. Experience obtaining agency approvals.
• Experience in project management. Ability to effectively manage project budgets and workload by delegating to junior staff.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Candidate should possess the ability to interact effectively with clients, project teams, colleagues, and outside agencies. Ability to collaborate efficiently with teammates in different disciplines and in different locations.
• Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and attention to detail skills. Ability to make decisions by weighing different factors from multiple points of view.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) is encouraged.
• AutoCAD and HydroCAD experience is .
• Construction administration experience is .

Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00

The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Short & Long Term
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events