Senior Project Manager – Civil Engineering

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

401(k)/Roth with company match

Paid time off

Licensing bonuses

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Langan seeks a Senior Project Manager – Civil Engineering to join its collaborative team in Detroit, MI. This role leads design, permitting and client management for diverse land development projects, partnering with leadership on growth initiatives.

The position requires a PE license, 10+ years of site/civil experience, and strong client development skills. Proficiency with AutoCAD or Civil 3D is preferred. Travel may be required as projects vary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• 10+ years of related site/civil engineering experience with land development focus.
• Professional Engineering license (PE) is required.
• Experience with site layouts, grading, drainage and infrastructure from concept to completion.
• Strong client development and client management abilities.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or Civil 3D preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design and permit residential, institutional, commercial, and mixed‑use projects for public and private clients.
• Lead site/civil efforts, including layout, grading, drainage, and infrastructure.
• Manage client relationships and support business development activities.
• Lead stormwater management design, hydrologic/hydraulic analysis, and SWPPP preparation.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop growth plans and utilize staff effectively.
• Support proposals and contribute to technical writings and project deliverables.

Skills

Project management

Client development

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineering license

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands‑on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon‑neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Senior Project Manager – Civil Engineering to join its collaborative team in Detroit, MI. This individual will serve a key function in leading and supporting design, permitting and client management/development efforts for a variety of land development projects. In this role, you will have the opportunity to partner cross‑functionally with top industry leadership on a diverse array of premier land development projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Design and permit residential, institutional, commercial centers, warehouse distribution centers, and mixed‑use projects for both public and private clients;
• Work closely with office leadership to develop growth plans and ensure staff utilization;
• Possess an entrepreneurial demeanor and participate in Business Development activities by developing new clients for the firm and maintaining relationships with existing clients;
• Lead site/civil efforts on a variety of project sites including the ability to design and oversee site layout, grading, drainage, infrastructure, erosion and sediment control, etc. from concept through completion;
• Lead storm water management design, hydrologic/hydraulic analysis and design and SWPPP preparation;
• Demonstrate experience in all aspects of land development engineering including the integration of geotechnical and environmental engineering; and
• Performs other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering;
• 10+ years of successful, local and related site/civil engineering experience with a concentration in land development on both small and large projects;
• Professional Engineering license;
• Site/civil experience on a variety of project sites including the ability to design and oversee site layout, grading, drainage, infrastructure, erosion and sediment control, etc. from concept through completion;
• Strong client development and client management abilities;
• Proficiency of AutoCAD or Civil 3D preferred;
• Active participation in professional organizations;
• Experience in technical and proposal writing. Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities;
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment; and
• Travel may be required based on business needs and project assignments. Travel requirements may vary by position and may change based on business needs.

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives.

• full‑time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage;
• life insurance, short- and long‑term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave;
• 401(k)/Roth with company match;
• paid time off including parental and military leave;
• employee referral and professional license bonuses;
• educational reimbursement.

Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well‑being and success of our employees.

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