Senior Project Manager, Civil Engineering

SOLTESZ; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

401(k) plan

Family-friendly environment

Job summary

Soltesz in Lanham, MD is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead civil engineering and land development projects. You will supervise engineers, coordinate with clients, and drive project delivery from initiation to completion.

The ideal candidate has a PE in Maryland, 10+ years of civil engineering experience, and 5+ years leading staff. The role offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Active Professional Engineer license in Maryland required.
• 10+ years of progressive civil engineering and land development design experience.
• 5+ years of experience managing and developing staff.
• Strong technical ability to develop and review plans with engineers, planners, and surveyors.
• Experience with suburban Maryland projects preferred.
• Experience with Prince George’s County projects and approvals a plus.
• Excellent project management, organizational, and delegation skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to client service, quality, and team development.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Project management

Staff mentoring

Client relations

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Proposal development

Quality review

Staff workload coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Active 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 staff
• Strong 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, organizational, 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.