Senior Project Manager

Maverick Engineering inc.; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Maverick Engineering is seeking a Senior Project Manager/Principal Civil Engineer for our Midland, Texas team. You will lead complex civil engineering and land development projects, owning them from feasibility through construction and closeout.

This senior role emphasizes technical leadership, project management, client relationships, mentoring, and business development to help grow Maverick Engineering’s West Texas practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited program.
• Active Texas PE license required.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience.
• Experience leading complex civil or land development projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering and land development projects from concept through construction and closeout.
• Serve as the senior technical resource for complex civil engineering assignments.
• Lead and oversee design of commercial, residential, multifamily, municipal, industrial, and other development projects.
• Develop and review grading, drainage, paving, roadway, utility, stormwater, and site development plans.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, specifications, reports, studies, cost estimates, and construction documents.
• Evaluate site conditions and project constraints to develop practical, cost-effective solutions.
• Coordinate with clients, developers, surveyors, geotechnical consultants, architects, contractors, municipalities, and regulatory agencies.
• Support land development approvals, permitting, and agency coordination.
• Lead drainage studies, hydrologic analyses, and stormwater management work.
• Support roadway, water, wastewater, drainage, and other public infrastructure projects.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Mentoring

Communication

Project management

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Maverick Engineering | Midland, Texas

Maverick Engineering is seeking an experienced Project Manager/Principal Civil Engineer to join our Midland, Texas team. This is a senior leadership opportunity for a technically strong, client-focused engineer who is ready to take ownership of complex civil engineering and land development projects while helping shape the growth and continued success of our firm.

The Principal Civil Engineer will lead projects from initial planning and feasibility through design, permitting, bidding, construction, and completion. The position combines technical leadership, project management, client relationships, mentoring, and business development.

We are looking for an engineer who brings sound professional judgment, practical problem-solving skills, strong communication, and a commitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions for our clients.

What You’ll Do

• Lead civil engineering and land development projects from concept through construction and closeout.
• Serve as the senior technical resource for complex civil engineering assignments.
• Lead and oversee the design of commercial, residential, multifamily, municipal, industrial, infrastructure, and other development projects.
• Develop and review grading, drainage, paving, roadway, utility, stormwater, and site development plans.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, specifications, reports, studies, cost estimates, and construction documents.
• Evaluate site conditions, development constraints, and project requirements to develop practical and cost-effective solutions.
• Coordinate with clients, developers, surveyors, geotechnical consultants, architects, contractors, municipalities, utility providers, and regulatory agencies.
• Support land development approvals, platting, permitting, and agency coordination.
• Lead or oversee drainage studies, hydrologic/hydraulic analyses, stormwater management, and related water resources work.
• Support roadway, water, wastewater, drainage, and other public infrastructure projects.
• Participate in construction administration, field investigations, site visits, design reviews, and resolution of construction-related issues.
• Review contractor submittals, RFIs, change requests, and other technical documentation.
• Establish project design criteria, engineering approaches, and quality expectations.
• Identify technical and project risks and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, resources, quality, and client expectations.
• Review and provide technical direction for the work of engineers and designers.
• Mentor and develop engineering staff and promote strong engineering practices.
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, proposals, project pursuits, and business development.
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
• Serve as Engineer of Record and seal engineering documents when authorized and appropriate.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline from an accredited institution.
• Active Texas Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex civil engineering or land development projects.
• Strong technical background in site development, grading and drainage, paving, utilities, stormwater management, and civil infrastructure.
• Experience managing projects from planning and design through permitting and construction.
• Strong knowledge of applicable Texas, municipal, state, and federal engineering standards and permitting requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to independently solve complex engineering and project challenges.
• Experience leading engineering teams and coordinating multidisciplinary consultants.
• Strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D or comparable civil engineering software.
• Strong understanding of engineering quality assurance and quality control practices.

Preferred Experience

• Civil engineering and land development experience in West Texas.
• Commercial, residential, multifamily, industrial, energy, or large-scale site development.
• Municipal and public works projects.
• Roadway, drainage, water, and wastewater infrastructure.
• FEMA floodplain and water resources projects.
• Hydrologic/hydraulic modeling and drainage studies.
• TxDOT and local agency coordination.
• Platting, zoning, entitlements, and development permitting.
• Construction administration and field engineering.
• Experience serving as Engineer of Record.
• Additional state PE registrations.
• Project management, estimating, scheduling, and financial management.
• Client development and business development experience.
• Active participation in ASCE or other professional engineering organizations.

Leadership at Maverick Engineering

The Principal Civil Engineer will play an important role in the continued development of Maverick Engineering’s civil engineering practice. We are looking for someone who can lead by example, someone who is comfortable making technical decisions, communicating directly with clients, mentoring engineers, coordinating with contractors and agencies, and taking responsibility for project outcomes.

The Successful Candidate Will Have The Opportunity To

• Lead some of the firm’s most important civil engineering projects.
• Develop and strengthen key client relationships.
• Mentor and develop the next generation of Maverick engineers.
• Help establish and improve engineering standards and processes.
• Participate in strategic growth and business development.
• Represent Maverick Engineering within the Midland/Odessa and broader West Texas engineering and development community.
• Grow into an even greater leadership role within the firm.

Why Maverick Engineering?

At Maverick Engineering, we believe successful projects start with good communication, practical engineering, and a clear understanding of our clients’ goals.

Our team works closely with developers, municipalities, property owners, contractors, surveyors, architects, and other professionals to provide solutions that are technically sound, practical to construct, and responsive to our clients’ needs.

As Senior Project Manager, you will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects throughout Midland, Odessa, and West Texas, while having a direct impact on clients, projects, and the growth of the company.

This is more than a design position. It is an opportunity to become a technical leader, trusted advisor, mentor, and key member of the Maverick Engineering team.

Position Details

• Title: Senior Project Manager
• Location: Midland, Texas
• Employment: Full-Time / Exempt
• Professional License: Texas PE Required
• Experience: 5+ Years Preferred
• Travel: Local and regional travel as required by project and client needs
• Maverick Engineering is an equal opportunity employer.