Senior Civil Engineering / Land Development

Tiello; California (MO); On-site; USD 145,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

15 Days PTO + 10 Holidays

All-Expenses-Paid Company Trip

Flexible Start Times

Continuing Education Support

Job summary

Tiello and its civil engineering partners seek a Senior Civil Project Manager in Costa Mesa, CA to lead complex commercial land development projects from feasibility to construction. You will manage schedules, budgets, and client relations while guiding design teams through permitting and coordination with agencies.

The role requires a PE license, 10+ years in civil/site development, and strong AutoCAD Civil 3D skills. Excellent leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• 10+ years experience in civil/land/site development.
• Active PE license; U.S. state license acceptable.
• Strong knowledge of grading, drainage, utilities, and permitting.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial land/site development projects from feasibility through permitting and construction.
• Manage schedules, budgets, contracts, deliverables, and client relations.
• Oversee grading, drainage, stormwater, and utility design coordination.
• Mentor project engineers and junior staff.
• Coordinate with owners, developers, architects, municipalities, and utilities.
• Support business development and client relationship growth.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Leadership

Client Relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

PE license (active)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Job Title:

Senior Civil Project Manager – Civil Engineering / Land Development

Location:

Costa Mesa, CA

Salary:

$145k - 150k/Year

Tiello has partnered with a growing civil engineering and site development consultancy specializing in land development, civil engineering, dry utilities, surveying, planning, permitting, and construction coordination for commercial projects across the United States.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Civil Project Manager to lead complex commercial land and site development projects while managing client relationships, engineering teams, project schedules, budgets, permitting, and overall project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead commercial land and site development projects from initial feasibility and due diligence through design, permitting, and construction
• Manage project schedules, budgets, contracts, deliverables, and overall project performance
• Oversee conceptual grading, drainage, stormwater management, and utility infrastructure design
• Manage grading plans, drainage studies, hydrology/hydraulic calculations, WQMP/SUSMP plans, and erosion control plans
• Oversee water, sewer, storm drain, street improvement, and dry utility design and coordination
• Manage tentative parcel maps, tract maps, entitlement packages, and development plans
• Lead permitting, agency coordination, plan processing, and municipal submittals
• Coordinate directly with owners, developers, architects, consultants, municipalities, and utility providers
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle
• Review engineering plans, calculations, reports, and technical deliverables
• Lead and mentor Project Engineers, Designers, and junior engineering staff
• Identify project challenges and develop technical and strategic solutions
• Support existing client relationships and business development initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor`s degree in Civil Engineering
• 10+ years of civil engineering, land development, and/or site development experience
• Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required
• P.E. license may be held in any U.S. state
• Strong background in commercial land/site development
• Experience managing projects from feasibility and entitlement through permitting and construction
• Strong technical knowledge of grading, drainage, stormwater, utilities, roadway improvements, and site infrastructure
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, engineering teams, consultants, and client relationships
• Strong understanding of municipal codes, development regulations, and permitting processes
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and related civil engineering software
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Background

• Civil engineering / land development consulting background
• Experience managing complex commercial development projects
• Senior-level experience as a Civil Project Manager, Land Development PM, Senior Civil Engineer, or similar
• Experience with commercial, industrial, data center, retail, multifamily, mixed-use, or logistics projects preferred

What We’re Looking For

• Strong technical Project Manager with ownership of projects and client relationships
• Proven ability to lead engineering teams and coordinate with developers, clients, and agencies
• Strong knowledge of entitlement, permitting, and site development processes
• Ability to solve complex challenges and drive projects from initial site evaluation through final permitting

Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary
• Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and HSA Options
• 401(k) with 3% Employer Contribution, Regardless of Individual Contributions
• 15 Days PTO + 10 Paid Holidays
• Annual All-Expenses-Paid Company Trip
• Flexible Start Times and Half-Day Friday Option
• Professional Development and Continuing Education Support
• Long-Term Career Growth and Leadership Opportunities

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Tiello LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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