Civil Project Manager / Engineer

sehinc; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership)

Hybrid/Remote work

Opportunity to grow client portfolio

Job summary

SEH is seeking an experienced Civil Project Manager to join our Omaha office. You will lead client relationships, manage civil engineering projects, and grow our Nebraska practice with autonomy and strong collaboration.

Ideal candidates have PE licensure in Nebraska or ability to obtain, plus a track record delivering municipal infrastructure, public works, or related projects. The role offers flexible work arrangements based on project needs.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to develop business opportunities and win work.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage budgets, schedules, and client expectations.
• Demonstrated experience managing civil engineering projects and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with municipal, public-sector, and private clients across Nebraska.
• Identify, pursue, and win new project opportunities.
• Serve as Project Manager for a variety of civil engineering projects from pursuit through construction.

Skills

Business development

Communication & relationships

Leadership of multidisciplinary teams

Education

Bachelors in Civil Engineering

Job description

You belong at SEH

SEH is currenting searching for a Civil Project Manager / Engineer to join our talented Civil team!

Why our employee-owners love SEH:

"I was on vacation last week and had zero concerns that my colleagues would help out with anything that came into my inbox!" - GIS Analyst

"What company has a CEO who cares enough to seek out one-on-one conversations ranging from 'How are you?' to 'What do you think would help the company?' SEH, that's who. " - Civil Engineering Technician

"Having the feeling that my voice matters and believing that SEH truly cares about the employees is so satisfying!" - Sr Financial Analyst

"It feels good having colleagues and supervisors that provide support and resources for growth and learning!" - Civil Engineer

"This is the first company I've worked for with a true entrepreneurial spirit." - Sr Mechanical Engineer

Why you'll love SEH:

• Collaborate on amazing projects of varying size and complexity that positively impact communities
• Being 100% employee-owned means we all share in the company's success
• Career development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training
• Work arrangements that promote work/life balance
• Flexible holidays enable individuals to tailor their festivities
• Paid Family Leave provides time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choice

Shape the Future of Infrastructure in Nebraska

SEH is seeking an experienced Civil Project Manager to join our growing Omaha office. This is an opportunity for an entrepreneurial engineer who enjoys developing client relationships, leading projects, and helping grow a business.

Whether your experience is in municipal infrastructure, public works, transportation, water resources, land development, or a combination of markets, we are interested in candidates who are motivated to build client relationships and deliver successful projects.

As an employee-owner, you will play an important role in shaping the future of our Nebraska practice while working alongside a collaborative team that values flexibility, trust, and professional growth.

Why SEH?

• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) allowing employees to directly share in the company's success
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and remote work options based on project and client needs
• Opportunity to build and grow your own client portfolio and area of expertise
• Strong technical team and national resources supporting local project delivery
• Ability to influence strategic direction and growth of the Omaha office
• Collaborative culture focused on relationships, technical excellence, and long-term success
• Opportunity to work on meaningful projects that improve communities across Nebraska and the Midwest

What Success Looks Like

The successful candidate will be a trusted advisor to clients, a leader within project teams, and a contributor to the continued growth of SEH's Nebraska operations. This role offers significant autonomy and flexibility to pursue opportunities, develop relationships, and build a career path aligned with your strengths and interests.

This Opportunity

• Develop and maintain relationships with municipal, public-sector, and private clients throughout Nebraska.
• Identify, pursue, and win new project opportunities.
• Serve as Project Manager for a variety of civil engineering projects.
• Lead project teams from pursuit through design and construction.
• Prepare project approaches, scopes of work, and fee proposals.
• Partner with technical staff and business development leaders to develop winning strategies and client solutions.
• Represent SEH at client meetings, public meetings, industry organizations, and professional events.
• Mentor engineers, designers, and technical staff while helping shape a positive team culture.
• Collaborate across multiple disciplines to provide innovative solutions for clients.
• Help expand SEH's presence and reputation throughout Nebraska and surrounding markets.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Nebraska or ability to obtain Nebraska licensure.
• Demonstrated experience managing civil engineering projects and client relationships.
• Proven ability to develop business opportunities, prepare proposals, and win work.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage project budgets, schedules, and client expectations.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in civil engineering consulting.
• Experience serving municipal, public-sector, tran