Project Manager

Actalent; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Insurance coverage

401(k)

Paid time off

Public holidays

Bonuses per project

Job summary

Actalent in Valencia, CA seeks a Project Manager to oversee civil engineering and land development projects, coordinating planning through completion. You will lead project engineers, apply QA/QC, and produce drawings using CADD software.

The role offers a hybrid work arrangement with standard hours 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and a competitive benefits package including insurance, a 401(k), two weeks of PTO, and eight holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience applying mathematics and engineering principles to project work.
• Proficiency with CADD software for drafting and design tasks.
• Ability to use engineering and office software to support documentation and communication.
• Knowledge of graphic standards and their application to engineering drawings.
• Understanding QA/QC processes and applying them to projects.
• Experience managing civil engineering, land development, or related projects.
• Familiarity with civil engineering concepts including land development and water resources.
• Ability to lead and coordinate project engineers to meet objectives.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic engineering and drafting tasks on civil and land development projects using standard techniques.
• Apply engineering principles to project design, analysis, and problem-solving activities.
• Prepare, review, and update project plans and drawings per graphic standards.
• Use CADD and engineering software to develop and refine drawings and documentation.
• Coordinate and manage project activities to meet deadlines and scope.
• Lead and oversee a team of project engineers; provide guidance and direction.
• Apply QA/QC processes to project outputs for accuracy and compliance.
• Support land development and urban planning projects, including site design and infrastructure.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to maintain a focused work environment and meet deadlines.
• Contribute to business development and manage projects assigned by the organization.
• Conduct quality analysis on outputs to identify and resolve issues.

Skills

Mathematics and engineering principles

CADD software proficiency

Engineering and office software

Graphic standards knowledge

QA/QC processes

Project management experience

Civil engineering concepts

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Project ManagerJob Description

The Project Manager oversees civil engineering and land development projects, performing foundational engineering and drafting tasks while coordinating project activities from planning through completion. This role applies established engineering techniques, procedures, and standards to deliver high-quality work, lead project engineers, and contribute to business growth in areas such as water resources, urban planning, and land development.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic engineering and drafting tasks on assigned civil and land development projects using standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.

• Apply mathematics and engineering principles and theory to project design, analysis, and problem-solving activities.

• Prepare, review, and update project plans and drawings in alignment with established graphic standards, techniques, and principles.

• Use CADD and engineering software to develop, modify, and refine project drawings and technical documentation.

• Coordinate and manage project activities, ensuring tasks are completed on time, within scope, and in accordance with quality standards.

• Lead and oversee a team of project engineers, providing guidance, support, and direction to ensure successful project delivery.

• Apply QA/QC processes to all project work, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with internal and external standards.

• Support land development and urban planning projects, including site design, infrastructure layout, and water resources considerations.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to maintain a focused and professional work environment while meeting project deadlines.

• Contribute to business development by helping to bring in new projects and opportunities, while also managing projects assigned by the organization.

• Conduct quality analysis on project outputs to identify and resolve issues before final delivery.

• Maintain thorough documentation of project activities, decisions, and design changes using office and engineering software.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated competence in applying mathematics and engineering principles and theory to project work.

• Proficiency in the operation of CADD software for engineering and drafting tasks.

• Ability to use engineering and office software effectively to support project documentation and communication.

• Basic knowledge of graphic standards, techniques, and principles as they apply to engineering plans and drawings.

• Understanding of QA/QC processes and the ability to apply these processes to projects to ensure quality and accuracy.

• Experience in project management within civil engineering, land development, or related fields.

• Knowledge of civil engineering concepts, including land development, water resources, and urban planning.

• Ability to lead and oversee project engineers, coordinating their work to meet project objectives.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in all project deliverables.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with AutoCAD for drafting and design work.

• Background in land development projects and related civil engineering disciplines.

• Familiarity with water resources engineering and the design of water-related infrastructure.

• Exposure to urban planning concepts and their integration with civil and land development projects.

• Experience conducting quality analysis on engineering plans and project deliverables.

• Ability to support business development efforts by identifying opportunities and contributing to client relationships.

• Interest in internal career growth and taking on larger, more complex projects over time.

Work Environment

This role operates in an in-office or hybrid work arrangement, offering a welcoming yet quiet and focused environment that supports concentration and professional collaboration. The Project Manager leads a small team and is in charge of two project engineers, working standard business hours from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The dress code is business casual, and the workplace provides exposure to large, complex projects with opportunities for internal career growth. The organization offers a competitive benefits package that may include bonuses per project, a sign-on bonus (typically associated with professional licensure), insurance coverage, a 401(k) plan, two weeks of paid time off, and eight paid holidays.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Valencia, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $140000.00 - $180000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

401k Medical Dental Vision 8 Paid Holidays 2 weeks PTO

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Valencia,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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