Engineering Project Manager

MacKay; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (HSA)

Dental

Vision

FSA

Life Insurance

Disability

401(k) match

Paid vacation

Holidays

Employee ownership

Licensure reimbursement

Bonuses

Job summary

MacKay is seeking an engineering Project Manager in San Diego, CA to lead multi-year environmental and infrastructure projects across water, groundwater and related disciplines.

You will manage scope, schedule, budget, and team resources, while providing technical leadership and client coordination. The role blends project management with engineering oversight, offering growth and ownership opportunities within a collaborative, people-first culture.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of soil/groundwater remediation, water, wastewater, vapor intrusion, and stormwater project design.
• Design experience on groundwater or wastewater treatment systems
• At least two years of project management experience
• California P.E. license or the ability to obtain one through reciprocity within a reasonable time frame
• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Civil Engineering
• Ability to establish and maintain stakeholder relationships
• Ability to learn and adapt
• Ability to manage several project management/engineering tasks concurrently
• Solid organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with multi-disciplinary team members

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering projects from initiation through completion, overseeing project scope, planning, scheduling, budgeting, staffing, invoicing, resource forecasting, and successful delivery.
• Direct engineering design, technical analysis, and the preparation and review of studies, reports, plans, specifications, cost estimates, calculations, construction documents, submittals, and RFIs for water, wastewater, and groundwater infrastructure projects.
• Ensure technical excellence by overseeing QA/QC processes and applying engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and company procedures throughout project delivery.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, agencies, consultants, contractors, and internal teams, building trusted relationships and ensuring effective project coordination.
• Mentor, develop, and provide technical leadership to Project Engineers and engineering staff while fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
• Contribute to proposal development, project pursuits, backlog planning, and client growth initiatives while driving continuous improvements in project delivery, operational workflows, and client service.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Forma

AutoCAD Plant 3D

Job description

At MacKay, we believe great people are the foundation of our growth and success.

We are in an exciting phase of expansion, creating new opportunities for our employees to take on meaningful work, collaborate across disciplines, and build long-term careers. Whether your role is technical or part of our support services team, you play an important role in delivering high-quality work and helping our projects succeed.

We are seeking a motivated full-time Engineering Project Manager to join our team in San Diego, CA. This role will have a mix of project management and technical resource responsibilities across a broad range of multi-year projects within aerospace, water treatment, and more.

Join a firm where people stay and where new teammates are genuinely invested in. You'll work on technically challenging environmental projects for nationally recognized aerospace, defense, and industrial clients while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid schedule, close collaboration with experienced colleagues, and the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility as you advance in your career.

We've built a team with exceptional continuity, deep technical expertise, and a genuine investment in one another's success. If you're looking for a place where you can truly grow, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Delivery

• Lead engineering projects from initiation through completion, overseeing project scope, planning, scheduling, budgeting, staffing, invoicing, resource forecasting, and successful delivery.

Technical Leadership

• Direct engineering design, technical analysis, and the preparation and review of studies, reports, plans, specifications, cost estimates, calculations, construction documents, submittals, and RFIs for water, wastewater, and groundwater infrastructure projects.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure technical excellence by overseeing QA/QC processes and applying engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and company procedures throughout project delivery.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, agencies, consultants, contractors, and internal teams, building trusted relationships and ensuring effective project coordination.

Team Leadership

• Mentor, develop, and provide technical leadership to Project Engineers and engineering staff while fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

Business Development & Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to proposal development, project pursuits, backlog planning, and client growth initiatives while driving continuous improvements in project delivery, operational workflows, and client service.

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in soil/groundwater remediation, water, wastewater, vapor intrusion, and stormwater project design
• Design experience on groundwater or wastewater treatment systems
• At least two years of project management experience
• California P.E. license or the ability to obtain one through reciprocity within a reasonable time frame
• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Civil Engineering
• Ability to establish and maintain stakeholder relationships
• Ability to learn and adapt
• Ability to manage several project management/engineering tasks concurrently
• Solid organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with multi-disciplinary team members

Preferred Qualifications

• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification
• First aid/CPR trained
• Familiarity with Project Management platforms such as AutoCAD Forma
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Plant 3D
• Familiarity with control system narratives
• Familiarity with low-voltage power
• California Stormwater Design and Qualified SWPPP Developer
• Design of vapor barriers and mitigation systems

Why Join MacKay?

A people-first culture

At MacKay, we put people first. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow, contribute, and do their best work. We support well-being, encourage balance, and create space for people to succeed both professionally and personally.

Meaningful work and real impact

Our teams take on complex infrastructure and environmental challenges that support critical systems and shape the places where people live and work. Every role contributes to delivering that work and making it successful.

Growth and opportunity

We are in an exciting phase of growth, expanding across geographies, services, and markets. That growth creates opportunities for our employees to take on new challenges, build their careers, and contribute in new ways as the company evolves.

A strong and trusted foundation

Built on more than 50 years of experience, MacKay has developed a reputation for quality work, strong relationships, and dependable results. You'll be part of a team with a solid foundation and a clear direction for the future.

Opportunities to share in success

We provide opportunities for employees to participate in ownership and build long-term financial value as the company grows.

Our Values

• Honesty. We build trust through transparency, integrity, and accountability.
• Dedication. We are committed to the success of our team members, clients, and communities.
• Relationships. We foster lasting connections that strengthen our work and the teams around us.

Who We Are

MacKay is an infrastructure and environmental services firm built on more than 50 years of experience and a growing collective of expertise.

We are in an exciting phase of growth, expanding our reach, strengthening our capabilities, and bringing together talented teams across the country. That growth is creating new opportunities for our employees to take on meaningful work, collaborate across disciplines, and build long-term careers.

Every role at MacKay contributes to the success of our projects and the clients we serve. Whether your work is technical or operational, you are part of a team that delivers quality, builds relationships, and moves projects forward.

We're looking for dedicated, talented individuals who deliver excellence, thrive in collaborative environments, and value both meaningful work and work-life balance. If this sounds like you, we'd like to hear from you.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as various market and business considerations.

US Pay Range: $175,000 USD - $240,000 USD

• Full-time employees receive a well-rounded benefit package including access to our company-sponsored Medical (including an HSA High Deductible option), Dental, Vision, FSA, and Supplemental Life Insurance plans.
• We also offer 100% company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Employees are eligible to participate in our company's 401(k) plan with up to a 4% match.
• Additionally, employees receive paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, and are able to participate in employee ownership options.
• MacKay pays for expenses associated with licensure as well as annual performance bonuses.

Employment requires passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

As a federal contractor, we participate in E-Verify and are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Open until filled.