Civil Project Manager

SUMMIT DESIGN AND ENGINEERING SERVICES, INC.; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Design and Engineering Services, Inc. in Westminster, CO, is seeking an experienced Civil Project Manager to lead site civil projects, oversee design, permitting, and client coordination, and drive profitability.

You will build strong client relationships, prepare proposals, manage multidisciplinary teams, and mentor staff while ensuring QA/QC standards and compliance with local regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Colorado.
• Advanced proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated design experience in site planning, layout, grading, storm drainage, stormwater management, utilities, erosion control, and landscaping.
• Strong understanding of entitlement processes and local permitting requirements.
• Proven experience managing projects, budgets, and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of site civil projects, overseeing technical design, permitting, approvals, financial performance, and client coordination.
• Prepare project proposals, including scope, schedules, and fee estimates.
• Develop detailed project plans and monitor progress, schedules, and budgets to meet profitability goals.
• Assign and manage workloads, schedules, and priorities for project teams.
• Ensure QA/QC standards are followed consistently and mentor staff.

Skills

Client relationship management

Project management

Leadership

Budget management

QA/QC

Communication

Permitting knowledge

Entitlement concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities:Build and maintain strong client relationships by exceeding expectations through collaboration, responsiveness, and problem-solvingServe as a primary client contact, providing regular project updates, addressing concerns, and coordinating with stakeholdersPrepare project proposals, including scope, schedules, and fee estimatesLead the execution of site civil projects, overseeing technical design, permitting, approvals, financial performance, and client coordinationEnsure compliance with local jurisdictional requirements, entitlement processes, and permitting regulationsDevelop detailed project plans and monitor progress, schedules, and budgets to meet profitability goalsAssign and manage workloads, schedules, and priorities for project teamsEnsure department and individual QA/QC standards are followed consistentlyMentor and lead staff to promote efficiency, quality, and professional growthAssist the Department Manager with the implementation and improvement of processes, procedures, and operational practicesAdvise the Department Manager on project-related operational and management mattersSupport business development efforts by maintaining existing client relationships and pursuing new opportunities through industry involvement, meetings, and eventsQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Civil EngineeringMinimum of 10 years of progressive experience in site civil engineering and project managementProfessional Engineer (PE) license in ColoradoAdvanced proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and Microsoft OfficeDemonstrated design experience in site planning, layout, grading, storm drainage, stormwater management, utilities, erosion control, and landscapingStrong understanding of entitlement processes and local permitting requirementsProven experience managing projects, budgets, and multidisciplinary teamsAbility to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneouslyStrong engineering judgment, analytical skills, and attention to detailExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to represent the organization externallySelf-motivated, proactive, and solutions-oriented leadership style