Project Manager - Civil Engineering

Auburn Chamber of Commerce; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited paid time off (PTO)

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Performance bonuses up to $25,000 quarterly

Job summary

Samford Group Civil, located in Auburn, Alabama, is seeking an experienced Project Manager for their civil engineering team. This client-facing position will oversee numerous engineering projects, ensuring effective communication with clients and stakeholders while ensuring delivery meets deadlines and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will be a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with at least 5 years of relevant experience, focusing on land development. The role offers a competitive base salary and performance bonuses, with a unique culture of excellence and accountability.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Alabama; Georgia licensure preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Minimum 5 years of civil engineering project management experience.
• Demonstrated experience in residential subdivision and commercial land development projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage 10+ active civil engineering projects simultaneously.
• Serve as the primary client contact for all assigned projects.
• Seal and stamp civil engineering plans and deliverables.

Skills

Client communication

Project management

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

Samford Group Civil is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our civil engineering team in Auburn, Alabama. This is a client-facing role with full ownership of project delivery, team leadership, and business development. The ideal candidate is a licensed PE with deep experience in residential and commercial land development — ready to step into a leadership position and grow with a high-performing, values-driven team.

At Samford Group Civil, you won't just manage projects — you'll help shape the future of communities across Alabama and Georgia. You'll work directly with developers, municipalities, and stakeholders to bring visionary land development projects to life.

• Manage 10+ active civil engineering projects simultaneously from concept through construction documents.
• Serve as the primary client contact for all assigned projects, maintaining excellent communication with stakeholders, municipalities, and developers.
• Seal and stamp civil engineering plans and deliverables as a licensed Professional Engineer.
• Set project schedules, track milestones, and ensure all deadlines and client commitments are met.
• Manage billing and invoicing for all assigned projects to support company financial health.
• Represent clients at planning commission, city council, and other public meetings.
• Conduct quality control review on all project deliverables prior to submission.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of three engineers, with growth expected as the firm scales.
• Cultivate client relationships and actively contribute to business development efforts.
• Maintain accurate and organized project records including emails, field notes, file systems, status reports, and time logs.
• Uphold the firm's five core values — Humble, Balance, Committed, Joyful Problem Solver, and Excellence — in all client and team interactions.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Alabama; Georgia licensure preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Minimum 5 years of civil engineering project management experience.
• Demonstrated experience in residential subdivision and commercial land development projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam.
• Strong client communication, presentation, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with attention to detail and deadlines.
• Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable working in a small, high-accountability team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active PE licensure in both Alabama and Georgia.
• Experience representing clients at governmental or planning commission meetings.
• Background in site design, grading, stormwater management, utilities, permitting, and/or entitlements.
• Prior experience mentoring or leading junior engineering staff.
• Track record of contributing to or leading business development initiatives.
• Base salary approximately $100,000, commensurate with experience.
• $20,000–$25,000 in quarterly performance bonuses — total target compensation $120,000+.
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO).
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Minimal travel required — site visits approximately once per month.

Contact Information : Riley Hughes
[e-mail]
samfordgroupllc.com

Samford Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.