Senior Civil Project Manager - Land Development

Core States Group; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team wellness challenges

Free virtual gym app

Wholesale club membership reimburse-

Employee recognition programs

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Core States Group is seeking a Senior Civil Project Manager to lead civil engineering projects from conception to completion. You will coordinate with architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural teams to develop construction documents and ensure on-time delivery.

You will manage client communication, project budgets, and schedules while mentoring junior staff. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, 10+ years of PM experience in site/civil, and proficiency with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required.
• P.E. would be a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple civil engineering projects for various clients.
• Serve as lead point of contact for clients throughout projects.
• Oversee project budgets, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Prepare and negotiate proposals and contracts with clients and sub-consultants.
• Mentor Project Engineers and Designers on project execution.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

P.E. would be a plus

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Job description

At Core States Group, the work you do matters to the clients we serve, the communities we support, and the teams who rely on one another to deliver with excellence. Our Cause is powerful: to create a world where all environments improve everyday life.

Why Professionals Choose Core States Group

Here’s What You Can Expect

• VALUES-DRIVEN CULTURE – A workplace rooted in Integrity, Service, Inclusion, Excellence, and Innovation. Our Core Values guide how we work, how we treat each other, and how we show up for our clients every day.
• COMPENSATION – Competitive wages and bonus programs, including professional licensure bonuses.
• RETIREMENT – A strong 401(k) match, with immediate vesting, to help you invest in your future and build your retirement savings with confidence.
• HEALTHCARE – Competitive health benefits including HSA with employer contribution, life insurance options, and supplemental coverage options, giving you the flexibility to select the coverage that best fits your needs and lifestyle.
• VACATION – Generous PTO to help you recharge, relax, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• PERKS – Team wellness challenges, free virtual gym app, wholesale club membership reimbursement, employee recognition programs, paid parental leave and much more!
• FLEXIBLE WORK ENVIRONMENT – A flexible work environment that empowers you to do your best work, whether you’re in the office, working remotely, or blending both to support your responsibilities.
• TUITION REIMBURSEMENT – support your growth with tuition reimbursement to help advance your education and professional development.

Summary Of The Role

As a Senior Civil Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing a variety of Civil Engineering projects from conception to completion. You will apply your experience to all aspects of the project including but not limited to; field observation, due diligence research with authorities, site layout design, utility, and stormwater design techniques, and permitting, along with responses to inquiries during construction administration. As part of a multi-disciplined firm, you will be coordinating with Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Structural Engineering departments for development of the construction documents. Duties will also include communication with client(s) throughout the life of the projects. You will be responsible for assigning tasks to team members, checking task progress, and ensuring that each project is completed on time and to the highest standard.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects with multiple clients simultaneously, while ensuring that timelines are met and communicated.
• Serve as the lead point of contact for clients.
• Manage the financial performance for projects including profit and efficiency evaluations and managing accounts receivable.
• Prepare and negotiate proposals and contracts with clients and sub-consultants.
• Manage project plans including allocating resources, preparing and monitoring project budgets, and scheduling within project parameters.
• Identify design criteria and oversee efficient design and plan preparation.
• Solve design problems using engineering calculations and following general design standards
• Coordinate with internal disciplines and external project team.
• Manage, develop, and mentor Project Engineers and Designers.
• Follow QA/QC practices and procedures while continuing to look for opportunities for improvement of quality and efficiency.
• Responsible for fostering continued client relationships and looking for avenues of growth with those clients.
• Participate in new client pursuits.
• Demonstrate an understanding of constructability and complex design and identify liability issues related to design and construction.
• Able to provide risk assessment on projects, estimate potential risks along with costs and probabilities.

Qualifications

We’re looking for talented professionals who are eager to grow their skills and contribute to high-quality, meaningful work. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you. The following qualifications will help you succeed in this role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required
• P.E. would be a plus, but not required
• 10+ years of Civil Engineering Project Management experience in site/civil production, preferably with commercial projects such as retail, hospitality, and/or fueling
• MS Office Required
• Experience working in Civil 3D and AutoCAD

Work Location

This is a hybrid role based out of the following Core States Group offices: Philadelphia, PA; Bentonville, AR; Long Beach, CA; Ontario, CA; Roseville, CA; Naperville, IL; Frisco, TX; Charlotte, NC; Burlington, MA; Bellevue, WA; Kent, WA; Puyallup, WA or Richland, WA.

• We are also open to remote candidates located in WA.

Company Overview

Core States Group designs, builds, and manages programs and projects across North America and has been recognized on top lists throughout the architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry. Established in 1999, the company offers integrated solutions with seamless continuity, and many of the world’s most notable brands count on Core States Group to deliver speed to market, cost certainty, and compelling design.

With 24 offices across the United States and Canada, Core States Group is an industry powerhouse that drives innovation and improves everyday life for countless people across several markets, including Community, Convenience, Distributed Generation, Financial, Grocery, Housing, Industrial, Restaurants, Retail, Semiconductor, Tribal, Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Infrastructure, and more. Visit us at www.core-states.com .