Senior Project Manager - Civil Engineering & Client Growth

Pape-Dawson; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers in Houston, TX, is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex civil engineering projects across service areas. You will manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, and profitability while serving as the principal client contact.

The role emphasizes team leadership, mentoring Project Managers and technical staff, and contributing to firmwide growth through pursuits, RFQs, interviews, and client expansion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the relevant state.
• 8+ years of relevant engineering and project management experience.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage client relationships.
• Strong business development, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Proficiency in planning, budgeting, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of complex civil engineering projects.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, and profitability.
• Mentor Project Managers and technical staff.
• Foster strong client relationships and pursue new business.
• Oversee QA/QC, risk management, and issue resolution.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Client relationships

Leadership

Mentoring

Business development

Communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Pape-Dawson Engineers in Houston, TX, is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex civil engineering projects across service areas. You will manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, and profitability while serving as the principal client contact.

The role emphasizes team leadership, mentoring Project Managers and technical staff, and contributing to firmwide growth through pursuits, RFQs, interviews, and client expansion.