Senior Project Manager - Civil Engineering

CEMS; South Carolina; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CEMS Engineering, Inc. in Summerville, SC seeks a Senior Project Manager with a strong civil engineering background to lead medium to large multidisciplinary projects, oversee project teams, and serve as a technical expert.

This role emphasizes delivery excellence from planning through execution and requires close collaboration with clients. The ideal candidate will have a PE registration, 10+ years of civil engineering project management experience, and excellent leadership and communication

Qualifications

• Engineering bachelor's degree required.
• Must hold a Professional Engineering (PE) registration.
• At least 10 years of experience in civil engineering design and project management.
• Proven experience managing projects.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management to civil engineering project teams during planning, design, and execution phases.
• Apply sound judgment in planning, negotiating, and guiding projects to successful completion.
• Represent CEMS at client meetings, conferences, and industry events.
• Maintain quality control, ensure contract compliance, and deliver projects within scope and schedule requirements.

Skills

Civil engineering

Leadership

Project management

Client coordination

Communication

Education

Engineering bachelor's degree

PE registration

Job description

CEMS Engineering, Inc.

United States, South Carolina, Summerville

108 Bentons Lodge Rd (Show on map)

Position Title: Senior Project Manager - Civil Engineering

Location: Summerville, SC (or specify)

Employment Type: Full-time

Seniority Level: Senior / Subject Matter Expert

About The Role

CEMS is currently seeking a Senior Project Manager with a strong background in Civil Engineering. The selected candidate will be responsible for leading medium to large multidisciplinary projects, serving as a technical expert, overseeing project teams, and coordinating with clients. This role emphasizes delivery excellence throughout all stages of project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management to civil engineering project teams during planning, design, and execution phases.


• Apply sound judgment in planning, negotiating, and guiding projects to successful completion.


• Represent CEMS at client meetings, conferences, and industry events.


• Maintain quality control, ensure contract compliance, and deliver projects within scope and schedule requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Engineering bachelor's degree required.


• Must hold a Professional Engineering (PE) registration.


• At least 10 years of experience in civil engineering design and project management.


• Proven experience managing projects.


• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational abilities.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience managing projects for the Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies.


• LEED AP BD+C and PMP certifications.


• Prefer 15 years of experience in civil engineering design and project management.