Project Manager I

DJ&A; Washington; Presencial; USD 110.000 - 160.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Medical insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development

Resumo da vaga

DJ&A in the United States seeks a Project Manager / Senior Project Manager for Civil Engineering & Design (CE&D) to lead site development projects from planning through construction, coordinating with municipalities and stakeholders.

Ideal candidates bring PE or LARE, 10+ years of civil project management, proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and MS Office, and a track record with federal projects such as NPS. This role emphasizes integrity, teamwork, and delivering high-quality work.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Landscape Architecture (required).
• PE or LARE license required.
• 10+ years of progressive civil engineering project management experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and MS Office.
• Experience with NPS and federal projects preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and client-service focus.

Responsabilidades

• Lead site civil projects from planning through construction.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and resources.
• Oversee plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants.
• Mentor and develop engineers and PMs.
• Support business development and client relationship management.
• Track KPIs and lead QA/QC reviews.

Conhecimentos

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Client engagement

Mentorship

QA/QC

Budget management

Schedule management

NPS/federal experience

Team coordination

Formação

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Landscape Architecture (ABET/LAAB-accredited)

PE or LARE license

Ferramentas

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Descrição da vaga

Job Description

Project Manager - Civil Engineering & Design (CE&D)

Founded in 1973, DJ&A is a multidisciplinary professional services consulting firm with office locations in Montana, Colorado, Washington, Florida, New Mexico, and Nevada. Our team of more than 180 professionals works across the country to deliver a diverse range of engineering, environmental, survey, mapping, landscape architecture, and planning projects for federal, state, local, tribal, and private clientele.

DJ&A’s Civil Engineering & Design (CE&D) Group is seeking a Project Manager /Senior Project Manager – with NPS and federal experience to join our growing team. This position plays a key role in leading and delivering local and regional site development projects while serving as a trusted advisor to long-standing and emerging clients. The ideal candidate enjoys owning projects, values quality and attention to detail, and thrives in a collaborative, relationship-driven environment where integrity, accountability, and people matter.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Project Management & Delivery

• Lead site civil projects from planning and design through construction, including grading, drainage, utilities, and coordination with municipalities and stakeholders.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and internal resources to ensure successful project delivery.
• Oversee preparation of plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary internal teams and external consultants.
• Take ownership of project outcomes by leading with integrity, clear communication, and a commitment to delivering quality work that serves both clients and communities.

• Track and report on project KPIs, including schedule adherence, budget performance, and utilization, to drive continuous improvement and accountability. Perform and oversee QA/QC reviews to ensure accurate, thoughtful, and high-quality deliverables that reflect DJ&A’s commitment to never compromising on quality.
• Experience with National Park Service (NPS) and federal project delivery strongly preferred.

Client Engagement & Business Development

• Serve as a trusted advisor to regional clients, providing responsive service and thoughtful solutions.
• Maintain and grow relationships with prioritized local clients while contributing as a client engagement manager for additional accounts.
• Build trust through responsive service, follow-through, and transparent communication, serving as a long-term partner rather than a transactional consultant.
• Support business development efforts through proposal development, interviews, and client meetings.
• Identify opportunities to expand services and strengthen long-term client partnerships, with a focus on growing relationships with the National Park Service, federal agencies, county governments, and state Departments of Transportation (DOTs).

Leadership & Mentorship

• Mentor and support emerging engineers and project managers.
• Foster a collaborative, respectful, and quality-focused team environment.
• Contribute to a respectful, inclusive team culture where people feel supported, challenged, and valued.

Preferred Project Experience:

• Site development for public and private clients
• Grading, drainage, and utility design
• Municipal coordination and permitting
• Experience with federal projects is preferred

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Landscape Architecture from an ABET or LAAB-accredited program, or related engineering degree (required).
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Landscape Architect Registration (LARE) (required).
• 10+ years of progressive civil engineering experience, including project management responsibilities.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• Demonstrated commitment to quality, attention to detail, and client service.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, and use computer equipment for extended periods.
• Occasional travel to project sites, including outdoor environments and construction areas.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Medical insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional dev