Civil Project Manager (Residential)

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) w/ company match

Health insurance w/ HSA option

Flexible schedule

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm is seeking a Civil Project Manager in Columbus, OH to lead the design and management of large residential development projects. This role includes client engagement, project delivery, and regulatory coordination. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in civil site development and proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D. The position offers competitive compensation, along with benefits such as health insurance and a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of civil site development experience, with at least 2 years focused on residential land development.
• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, including alignments, grading, and pipe networks.
• Knowledge of local development codes and stormwater regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage comprehensive civil engineering design for large residential developments.
• Serve as primary client contact for residential developers and builders.
• Manage permitting and reviews with local agencies and Ohio EPA.

Skills

Project Leadership

Client Engagement

Regulatory Coordination

Construction Support

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Overview

Location: Columbus, OH

Department: Civil/Municipal

Compensation: $150,000 - $170,000 / year

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people-focused, award-winning, full-service consulting firm offering civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying and construction support. Our 650+ professionals deliver integrated planning, design, engineering and construction solutions. MSG is growing, and a Civil Project Manager (Residential) is being added to support projects in Columbus.

Responsibilities

• Project Leadership & Delivery
  • Manage comprehensive civil engineering design for large residential developments, including master planning, lot layout, road networks, and open-space design
  • Grading and earthwork balancing
  • Sanitary, storm, and water utility design
  • Stormwater management and detention/retention systems
  • Lead project planning including scope, schedule, resourcing, and budget management
  • Oversee preparation of construction drawings, engineering reports, and permitting packages
  • Ensure quality control and adherence to local and MSG standards as well as client expectations
• Client Engagement & Business Development
  • Serve as primary client contact for residential developers, builders, and landowners
  • Build and maintain relationships with regional and national homebuilders
  • Present project deliverables to clients, regulatory agencies, and municipal authorities
  • Participate in proposal preparation, project interviews, and business development initiatives
• Regulatory & Permitting Coordination
  • Manage permitting and reviews with municipalities, local review agencies, and Ohio EPA
  • Navigate zoning, entitlement processes, and early-stage land planning requirements
  • Address comments from reviewing agencies and coordinate revisions with internal teams
• Construction Support
  • Oversee construction-phase services including site visits, RFIs, change orders, and coordination with contractors and field staff
  • Assist clients and contractors with resolving design or field issues to keep projects moving
• Team Leadership & Mentorship
  • Direct and mentor a team of engineers, designers, and technicians
  • Coordinate multi-disciplinary support from environmental, transportation, survey, construction and geotechnical groups
  • Promote a collaborative, growth-focused team culture

Qualifications

• Required
  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license, preferably in Ohio, or ability to obtain within 6 months
  • 8+ years of civil site development experience, with at least 2 years focused on residential land development
  • Strong proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D (alignments, corridors, grading, profiles, pipe networks)
  • Demonstrated experience managing clients, projects, budgets, and multi-disciplinary teams
  • Knowledge of local development codes, stormwater regulations, and residential design standards
• Preferred
  • Experience with large, multi-phase residential communities or master-planned developments
  • Familiarity with Columbus-area permitting agencies and development processes
  • Strong understanding of hydrologic/hydraulic modeling and stormwater best practices
  • Experience in mentoring staff and leading internal design teams

Benefits

• 401(k) w/ company match
• Health insurance w/ HSA option, Vision, Dental, Life
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Catalytic Coaching – Employees draft a development plan aimed at improving contributions in their current job and increasing potential for other opportunities

It is the policy of our company to follow equal employment opportunity procedures in compliance with federal, state and local criteria. We will provide all applicants for employment, and all employees, with equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, arrest record, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, and/or any other protected classes.