Senior Project Manager - Civil Engineering

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company‑paid health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services in New Orleans, LA, seeks a Senior Site/Civil Project Manager to lead design, permitting, and client development for premier land development projects. You will collaborate with leadership to drive growth and deliver high‑quality engineering solutions.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree, PE license, 10+ years of site/civil experience in the region, and strong client management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required; PE license preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of local site/civil engineering experience with land development.
• Strong client development and relationship management skills.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or Civil 3D; active professional involvement encouraged.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; detail‑oriented with analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and permit residential, institutional, commercial centers, warehouses, and mixed‑use developments for public and private clients.
• Lead site/civil efforts from concept through completion, including grading, drainage, and infrastructure.
• Oversee storm water management design and SWPPP preparation; ensure compliance and quality.
• Drive business development by cultivating new clients and maintaining existing relationships.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop growth plans and staff utilization; support proposals.

Skills

Client development

Communication

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer license (PE)

10+ years site/civil experience

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 Site/Civil Project Manager to join its collaborative team in New Orleans, LA. 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;
• 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;
• Experience in working with the following states: Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama;
• 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;
• 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;
• Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Benefits

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: 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; and educational reimbursement.

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

Equal Employment Opportunity

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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