Senior Civil Engineering Project Manager – Energy Projects (Remote/Hybrid - Nationwide)

Tetra Tech; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a Senior Civil Engineering Project Manager and Team Lead with 10+ years of combined technical and PM experience in energy projects. The role spans inception to completion with a broad technical background across power generation technologies.

You will lead a team, drive business development, coordinate multidisciplinary groups, and help grow the energy practice across locations. Flexible remote/hybrid/office option; travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required.
• 10+ years combined technical and project management experience in energy generation projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure and willingness to obtain licensure in other states.
• Proven track record in business development, client management, and proposal leadership.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies including change management, tools, and software.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage energy projects through planning, permitting, development, design, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
• Lead, manage, and grow existing team of civil engineers.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams across internal units (high voltage, SCADA, piping, etc.).
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, scopes with quality standards for successful delivery.
• Lead proposal development and manage awarded projects to meet financial and performance goals.
• Serve as primary client liaison and maintain strong relationships throughout the lifecycle.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities leveraging industry contacts.
• Oversee negotiations, risk management, and compliance with codes and regulations.
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends and regulatory requirements related to energy projects.
• Support continuous professional development and safe work practices.

Skills

Senior leadership

Project management

Civil engineering

Energy projects

Business development

Communication

Team leadership

PM methodologies

Microsoft 365

PE license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Civil engineering degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Project

Planner (Tasks)

Smartsheet

Procore

Job description

The Opportunity

Tetra Tech is adding an experienced Senior Civil Engineering Project Manager and Team Lead with a minimum of 10 years combined technical and project management experience in energy projects. The ideal candidate will have a broad technical background across power generation technologies and proven ability to lead complex projects from inception through completion.

The Senior Civil Engineering Project Manager and Team Lead will be involved in client business development to sell and provide a variety of engineering services that support the development, design, construction, and operation of energy projects. Services may include, but may not be limited to, project feasibility, studies and design, and compliance support. Our ideal candidates will have existing client relationships and a proven track record of winning work within the energy market. The ideal candidate will be able to lead by example and understand the team’s responsibilities because they have performed the same tasks in a previous role.

This is a strategic growth opportunity within Tetra Tech’s Energy Program. This Senior Civil Engineering Project Manager will work as a team with Energy Initiative Program Leads to establish the strategic direction and growth of Tetra Tech’s energy practice. Our ideal candidates will have experience and proven track record of building teams and winning work with the opportunity to develop and expand our team’s energy practice to support multiple locations across Tetra Tech.

Location

Nationwide (Remote / Hybrid / Office-Based Eligible)

Potential office-based locations may include but are not limited to Austin, TX; Irvine, CA; Lakewood, CO; Boise, ID; Albuquerque, NM; Los Alamos, NM; Portland, OR; Bothell, WA; Richland, WA; Missoula, MT; Salt Lake City, UT; Honolulu, HI; Bloomington, MN; and Chicago, IL subject to availability.

Why Tetra Tech

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world‑class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage energy projects which may include planning, permitting, development, design, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
• Lead, manage, and grow an existing team of junior and mid-level civil engineers.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams across variety of internal operating units, i.e., high voltage, SCADA, piping, instrumentation, oil and gas, etc.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, scopes, while adhering to Tetra Tech specific and industry established quality standards to ensure successful project delivery.
• Lead proposal development efforts and manage awarded projects to meet or exceed financial and performance goals.
• Project Managers are assigned revenue, margin, leading indicator, and DSO goals.
• Team Leads are assigned utilization, development, training, and mentoring goals.
• Serve as primary client liaison, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, leveraging industry contacts and internal resources.
• Oversee contract negotiations, risk management, and compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements related to energy projects.
• Strong business development capabilities, including the ability to cultivate and maintain client relationships, bring in new project opportunities, and manage a client‑facing role with professionalism and expertise
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required.
• Civil engineering degree preferred, other degrees may be considered based on overall strength of background and experience.
• 10+ years of combined technical and project management experience in energy generation projects, with strong expertise in renewable (solar, wind, BESS) and/or thermal (natural gas, hydrogen) technologies.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure and willingness to obtain licensure in other states through comity/reciprocity is required.
• Proven track record in business development, client management, and proposal leadership.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies including change management, tools, and software.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively with diverse teams.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook) and civil engineering discipline specific software.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record without restrictions.

Other Desirable Skills And Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent (preferred, not required)
• Master’s degree in business, engineering, or a closely related field (preferred, not required)
• Experience with one or more of the following:
• Data centers, fuel cells, hydrogen
• Transmission and distribution, substations
• Decommissioning and reclamation planning
• Cost estimating and financial modeling
• Electromagnetic field (EMF) studies
• Grading and drainage design (H&H studies)
• Environmental engineering plans (e.g., SWPPP, SPCC, WMP, ESCP)
• Fire and safety management/action plans
• Health and safety plans
• Construction monitoring, condition assessment
• Owner’s Engineering and/or Independent Engineering
• Experience with project scheduling software such as Microsoft Project, Planner (Tasks), Smartsheet, or similar tools
• Experience with construction coordination platforms such as Procore, Construction Cloud, or similar systems

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel for project work, client meetings, and site visits as needed
• Ability to perform office and occasional field-based work

Work Environment / Environmental Factors

• Position may be remote, hybrid, or office-based depending on candidate location
• Collaborative multidisciplinary environment supporting large-scale energy projects
• Occasional travel to project sites and client locations throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond

Life At Tetra Tech

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits. https://www.tetratech.com/careers/life-at-tetra-tech/
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

Compensation

Pay commensurate with experience.

Pay Range: $130,000 - $180,000 annually

Pay Range

There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience and demonstrated work experience in the above role; skills, certifications, and competencies that align to the specified role; geographic location; and education, as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

Additional Information

• Organization: 194 CES