Project Manager, Public Works / Municipal Infrastructure

Halff; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

PTO & Holidays

401(k)

Job summary

Halff is seeking a Civil Engineer Project Manager in Dallas or Richardson, TX with 4–7 years of experience in public works. The role focuses on managing municipal infrastructure design, schedules, budgets, and client coordination.

You will lead design efforts, mentor engineers, and collaborate across Halff offices to deliver high-quality projects meeting community needs and regulatory standards. Halff offers professional growth, ownership potential, and meaningful client interactions as you

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering or ABET-equivalent program.
• Professional Engineer license in Texas or ability to obtain within six months.
• 4–7 years of experience in public works / municipal infrastructure design.
• Strong civil engineering design and project management skills.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support design and delivery of municipal infrastructure projects (roadways, drainage, water/wastewater).
• Coordinate design and plan production from initiation through construction.
• Serve as main contact for clients, subconsultants, and internal teams.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and quality-control plans.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to engineers-in-training and staff.
• Coordinate worksharing with multiple Halff offices.
• Support construction-phase services and respond to inquiries.

Skills

Project management

Civil engineering design

Communication skills

Education

ABET-equivalent civil engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Civil Engineer Project Manager – Public Works / Municipal Infrastructure – Dallas, Texas

Halff has an immediate opening in our Dallas or Richardson, Texas office for a Professional Civil Engineer with 4–7 years of experience in public works / municipal infrastructure. Relevant experience may include municipal roadways, storm drainage systems, water and wastewater utilities, and other public infrastructure improvements.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for an engineer seeking increased project responsibility, client interaction, professional development, and long-term growth with Halff, including the potential for ownership in the firm.

What You Will Do

• Manage and support the design and delivery of municipal infrastructure projects, including roadways, drainage systems, detention facilities, and water and wastewater utilities.
• Coordinate design and plan production from project initiation through construction.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, subconsultants, and internal project teams.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and quality-control plans.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to engineers-in-training and design staff.
• Coordinate worksharing opportunities with multiple Halff practices and offices.
• Support construction-phase services and respond to contractor and client questions.
• Assist with client development, proposal preparation, and relationship-building with municipal clients and teaming partners.
• Perform work with a high degree of autonomy while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering or an ABET-accredited equivalent engineering program.
• Professional Engineer license in Texas or the ability to obtain Texas licensure within six months.
• 4–7 years of experience in public works, municipal roadway, storm drainage systems, water and wastewater utility, or related infrastructure design.
• Strong civil engineering design and project management skills.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience preparing construction plans, specifications, cost estimates, and other project deliverables.
• Ability to manage project schedules, budgets, administration, and quality requirements.
• Strong written, verbal, and technical communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with clients, multidisciplinary teams, and multiple offices.
• A self-directed, collaborative approach with a strong commitment to quality, integrity, and project success.
• Interest in developing relationships with municipal clients and teaming partners.

Company Overview

Halff is a full-service infrastructure consulting firm planned, designed, engineered, constructed — and purposed — for people. Since 1950, we’ve been creating smart solutions that improve lives and communities by turning ideas into reality.

Halff was founded on a core tenet: Focus on people, treat them well, and success will follow. It’s no wonder, then, that our employees and the culture they create result in our firm consistently being named a Top Workplace in America.

Our industry-leading professionals collaborate to meet tough challenges in creative ways. You can view Halff's full complement of services here.

Halff has more than 30 offices in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Florida, Arkansas, Arizona and Georgia. For a full list of our locations, click here.

We Offer Excellent Benefits, Including But Not Limited To

• Medical, dental, prescription and life insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and 8 company paid holidays (and Veteran's Day for our veterans)
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Click here for a more comprehensive list of Halff's benefits.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Halff is a drug-free workplace. This offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a clear drug screen and background check prior to your first day of employment. This position may be subject to random drug testing pursuant to federal regulations.