Senior Project Manager, Civil Engineering

SOLTESZ; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Family-friendly work environment

Job summary

SOLTESZ is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead civil engineering and land development projects in Lanham, Maryland. The role includes client relations, staff mentorship, and responsible oversight of budgets, schedules, and quality.

The ideal candidate has a PE license in Maryland, 10+ years in civil and land development design, and proven leadership in project delivery within a fast-growing firm serving public and private clients.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in civil engineering and land development design.
• 5+ years of experience managing and developing staff.
• Strong technical ability to develop and review plans and collaborate with engineers, planners, and surveyors.
• Active Maryland Professional Engineer license is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil engineering and land development projects from initiation through completion.
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients and provide responsive, high-quality service.
• Lead, supervise, and mentor engineers, designers, and other project team members.
• Coordinate staff assignments, workloads, and project priorities.
• Oversee quality control and technical review of project plans and deliverables.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, profitability, and invoicing.
• Develop proposals, scopes of work, and project fee estimates.
• Provide employees with regular feedback, coaching, and recognition.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to support company goals and strategic priorities.
• Build and maintain client relationships and support business development activities.

Skills

Project management

Staff management

Communication skills

Budgeting & scheduling

Client relationship skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer license in Maryland

Job description

Senior Project Manager, Civil Engineering

SOLTESZ Lanham, Maryland, United States

About this position

Soltesz is growing, and we are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our Lanham office. This is an excellent opportunity for a proven civil engineering professional who is ready to lead project teams, develop strong client relationships, mentor employees, and contribute to the continued growth of a successful land development engineering firm.

The Senior Project Manager will oversee civil engineering and land development projects while providing direct supervision, leadership, and mentorship to engineers and designers. This position will also manage project financial performance, schedules, quality, client satisfaction, and business development efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage civil engineering and land development projects from initiation through completion
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and provide responsive, high-quality service
• Lead, supervise, and mentor engineers, designers, and other project team members
• Coordinate staff assignments, workloads, and project priorities
• Oversee quality control and technical review of project plans and deliverables
• Manage project schedules, budgets, profitability, and invoicing
• Develop proposals, scopes of work, and project fee estimates
• Provide employees with regular feedback, coaching, and recognition
• Collaborate with senior leadership to support company goals and strategic priorities
• Build and maintain client relationships and support business development activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Active Professional Engineer license in Maryland
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in civil engineering and land development design
• At least five years of experience managing and developing staffStrong technical ability to develop and review plans and collaborate with engineers, planners, and surveyors
• Experience working on projects in suburban Maryland preferred
• Experience with Prince George's County projects and approval processes is a plus
• Excellent project management, organization, and delegation skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to client service, quality, and team development

Soltesz offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental coverage, a 401(k) plan, and a family-friendly work environment.

We are a successful land development engineering firm serving private- and public-sector clients throughout the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Our multidisciplinary services include civil engineering, landscape architecture, planning, environmental science, and surveying. Our commitment to excellence begins with employing talented, energetic, and client-focused professionals.

Join Soltesz and help shape communities, develop talented professionals, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Soltesz is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and consider qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law.