Senior Civil Project Leader - Growth, Impact, Flexibility

Apex Clearing Corporation; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Flexible Schedule

Medical, Vision, Dental, and HSA

Generous PTO

401K Plan including employer contrib.

Job summary

Apex is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead a team of engineers on diverse infrastructure projects, from planning through construction, across the western United States. You will drive schedules, budgets, and quality while expanding client relationships and opportunities.

The role emphasizes mentorship, strategic planning, and robust client development. The Denver office operations and long-term profitability will be central to your leadership responsibilities.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering (or related field).
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Nevada (or ability to obtain such a license).
• 15+ years of civil engineering experience.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and lead multidisciplinary project teams.
• Project management experience including development of project proposals, scopes, budgets, and successful execution of engineering projects.
• Strong staff mentorship and performance management capabilities.
• Experience with strategic planning, client development, and operational oversight.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of engineers and technical staff on a wide variety of infrastructure projects—from planning and design through bidding and construction.
• Drive operational excellence by monitoring project schedules, budgets, technical quality, and team workload.
• Strengthen and expand client relationships and workload through responsive, value-driven engineering solutions.
• Guide and mentor staff to cultivate a high-performing team culture focused on quality, accountability, and professional growth.
• Develop and strengthen client relationships by proactively identifying new business opportunities through networking, thoughtful engagement, proposal preparation, and client presentations, supporting the growth of our regional business development program.
• Partner with division leadership on strategic planning, business development, and client relationship management throughout the western U.S.
• Play a central role in talent development, succession planning, and long-term organizational sustainability.
• Take the lead for refinement and implementation of the firm’s strategy, business growth plan, and day-to-day operations of our Denver office to achieve overall corporate objectives and ensure profitability.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Mentorship

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

PE license (Nevada)

Job description

Apex is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead a team of engineers on diverse infrastructure projects, from planning through construction, across the western United States. You will drive schedules, budgets, and quality while expanding client relationships and opportunities.

The role emphasizes mentorship, strategic planning, and robust client development. The Denver office operations and long-term profitability will be central to your leadership responsibilities.