Project Manager

CME Associates; Oxford (MS); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Flexible/hybrid schedule

Health Benefits

Job summary

Waggoner Engineering, Inc. in Oxford, MS seeks a Project Manager to lead delivery of civil infrastructure projects and maintain client relationships across multi-disciplinary teams.

The role requires a PE license in Mississippi, 5+ years in project management, and experience with client interaction. A Master’s degree is preferred, and the position supports a flexible/hybrid schedule with opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• 5+ years in project management and client interaction.
• 5+ years of supervisory or coordination experience; knowledge of regulations.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Mississippi required.
• Complete PM qualification & certification within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary projects from concept through closeout, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence.
• Oversee studies, designs, plans, specs, and cost estimates.
• Serve as primary client contact with proactive communication.
• Maintain strong client relationships and long-term partnerships.
• Manage project records, financials, and invoicing using project management systems (Deltek).
• Conduct site visits and support construction-phase services.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and staff; provide performance feedback.
• Coordinate resources and support proposal development.

Skills

Project management

Client relations

Mentoring

Microsoft Office

MicroStation

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Deltek

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Mississippi

Tools

Deltek

MicroStation

AutoCAD Civil 3D

WaterCAD

Job description

Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager for our Oxford, MS office to lead project delivery and maintain client relationships across a range of civil infrastructure work. The ideal candidate combines strong technical judgment with the interpersonal skills to serve as a trusted partner to clients and a mentor to project staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary projects from concept through closeout, ensuring technical quality, budget control, and schedule adherence throughout.
• Oversee preparation of engineering studies, designs, plans, specifications, and cost estimates in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Serve as the primary client contact for assigned projects, provide proactive communication and consistently delivering responsive, high-quality service.
• Maintain strong client relationships by understanding client needs, addressing concerns promptly, and positioning Waggoner as a long-term partner.
• Utilize Waggoner’s project management systems—including Deltek—to manage project records, monitor financials, process invoicing, and execute closeout.
• Conduct site visits and support construction-phase services, including review of submittals, RFIs, and resolution of field issues.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and project staff; provide performance feedback to Discipline Managers.
• Collaborate with Discipline Managers and office leadership to coordinate resources, share expertise, and support proposal development.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related technical field required; Master’s degree preferred
• 5 years of related experience, including five or more years in project management and five or more years of direct client interaction.
• Five or more years of supervisory or coordination experience; knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Mississippi required.
• Must complete Waggoner’s PM qualification and certification within one year of employment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Microstation, AutoCAD Civil 3D, WaterCAD, and other applications
• Superior written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to manage client relationships effectively.

Why Join Our Team

About

We know work isn't only about what you do, it's also about who you work for and with! Waggoner Engineering provides a fun, family-friendly, and multicultural work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

• Base Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience
• Signing Bonus: You will receive a one-time signing bonus of $5,000, payable within 30 days of your start date.
• Clawback Provision: If you voluntarily resign or are terminated for cause within 12 months of your start date, you agree to repay the signing bonus in full.
• WEI Incentive Program
• Healthy Workplace Program
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Competitive Health Benefits
• Career Development and Training
• Flexible/Hybrid Schedule
• Community Service Opportunities

Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.