Civil Project Manager

Lumos & Associates; Cameron Park (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with Roth provision

PTO

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

FSA/HSA

Work-life balance

Professional development

Job summary

Lumos & Associates in California is seeking an experienced Project Manager within our Civil Engineering practice to lead a diverse portfolio of municipal and private infrastructure projects.

You will mentor staff, manage scopes, schedules and budgets, coordinate with clients and agencies, and contribute to business development. This role offers growth within a regional firm and opportunities across transportation, water/wastewater, and site development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and 7+ years of relevant project management experience.
• P.E. license in California or ability to obtain promptly.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and coordinating with agencies.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record (3 or fewer demerit points).

Responsibilities

• Lead civil projects from planning through design and construction.
• Coordinate internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure quality results.
• Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets.
• Serve as primary client and agency liaison.
• Provide technical oversight and QA/QC.
• Mentor early-career staff and project engineers.
• Support proposals and client relationship management.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client relations

Budgeting

Mentoring staff

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Lumos & Associates is a leading consulting firm offering multidisciplinary services including civil engineering, structural engineering, surveying and mapping, geotechnical engineering, and construction services. We are committed to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions that enhance the communities we serve while fostering long-term client partnerships and technical excellence. Our team is passionate about improving infrastructure systems, supporting responsible growth, and delivering meaningful projects that make a lasting impact.

Within our Civil Engineering practice , we are seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager to join our growing team. This role offers the opportunity to lead and support a wide variety of civil engineering projects across multiple sectors, including transportation, water/wastewater, community infrastructure, stormwater, and private development. We have opportunities available in Northern Nevada, Northern California, and Southern Idaho offices.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated leader who enjoys managing projects, mentoring staff, collaborating with clients, and contributing to business development while working on diverse and impactful infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage civil engineering projects from planning through design and construction.
• Coordinate internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality results.
• Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, agencies, and project partners.
• Provide technical oversight and QA/QC review.
• Mentor and support early in career staff and project engineers.
• Assist with business development, including proposals and client relationship management.

Contribute to a variety of projects, which may include:

• Water distribution and wastewater systems (preferred)
• Stormwater and drainage infrastructure
• Municipal and public works projects
• Transportation-related projects, including trails, roadway rehabilitation, and new roadway design
• Land development and site design for private development and public/institutional projects

This role offers the opportunity to:

• Work on a diverse portfolio of civil engineering projects.
• Collaborate with municipalities, developers, and regulatory agencies.
• Grow your leadership role within a respected regional firm.
• Help shape the future of infrastructure and communities in northern Nevada.
• Be part of a culture that values innovation, accountability, and professional development.

The ideal candidate brings a mix of leadership, technical expertise, and business awareness:

• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to oversee multiple projects.
• Solid communication skills, including client interaction and public presentations.
• Experience developing project budgets and managing financial performance.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to lead and mentor teams.
• Experience delivering projects within one or more of our core market sectors, including transportation, water/wastewater, community infrastructure, stormwater, and private development.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of progressive, relevant engineering and project management experience.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in California (or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe).
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Valid driver license and driving record with 3 or less demerit points.

Benefits offered to eligiblefull-time employees include:

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
• Generous company matched 401(k) plan with a Roth provision
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Eight (8) paid holidays
• Life insurance (company paid)
• Short and long-term disability insurance (company paid)
• Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Accounts
• Culture that provides work-life balance, professional development, and is community driven
• And much more!

Benefits offered to eligible** full-time employees include:

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
• Generous company matched 401(k) plan with a Roth provision
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Eight (8) paid holidays
• Life insurance (company paid)
• Short and long-term disability insurance (company paid)
• Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Accounts
• Culture that provides work-life balance, and professional development and is community driven
• And much more!