Project Manager - Civil

Thomas Young Group; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas Young Group is seeking a senior civil engineer to lead civil projects from planning through construction documentation in Houston. You will oversee grading, drainage, utilities, and stormwater design while coordinating with structural, architectural, and MEP teams to keep programs on track.

You will act as the main point of contact for civil scope and client coordination, manage schedules and budgets, and mentor junior engineers.

Qualifications

• 7–12 years of civil engineering experience.
• Background in commercial, institutional, or mixed-use developments.
• Strong knowledge of grading, stormwater retention and detention, hydrology, and utilities.
• Experience with permitting and agency coordination.
• PE license preferred or in progress.
• Excellent communication skills and experience leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering projects from planning through construction documentation.
• Oversee grading, drainage, utilities, and stormwater design.
• Coordinate with structural, architectural, and MEP teams to keep projects on track.
• Serve as the main point of contact for civil scope and client coordination.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and staffing.
• Lead permitting and work with local agencies.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers.

Skills

Project leadership

Staff mentorship

Cross-disciplinary coordination

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

This firm specializes in civil and structural solutions for commercial and institutional projects, guiding clients through site development for offices, schools, mixed-use, and commercial properties. The civil team works alongside structural engineers to coordinate both design and construction. The firm is recognized for precise technical work and consistent project delivery, supporting long-term client partnerships across multiple sectors.

What you'll be doing:

Lead civil engineering projects from planning through construction documentation

Oversee grading, drainage, utilities, and stormwater design

Coordinate with structural, architectural, and MEP teams to keep projects on track

Serve as the main point of contact for civil scope and client coordination

Manage project schedules, budgets, and staffing

Lead permitting and work with local agencies

Mentor junior engineers and designers

What we're looking for:

7–12 years of civil engineering experience

Background in commercial, institutional, or mixed-use developments

Strong knowledge of grading, stormwater retention and detention, hydrology, and utilities

Experience with permitting and agency coordination

PE license preferred or in progress

Excellent communication skills and experience leading teams

More reasons to apply:

Work on commercial and institutional projects that integrate closely with structural engineering

Join a civil team that collaborates directly with experienced engineers and firm leadership

Access to a strong pipeline of repeat-client projects

Opportunities for growth and long-term career development within the firm