Senior Project Manager (Civil Engineering) - Ontario, CA

Harris Fields Search Partners, N.A.; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance and Supplemental Life Insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Job summary

A growing civil engineering firm in Ontario, CA is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee project design and execution. This role involves managing client interactions and ensuring quality outcomes while handling administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, at least ten years of experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD or Civil 3D. This position offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan. Join a diverse and innovative team focused on growth and collaboration.

Qualifications

• A minimum of ten years of civil engineering design experience.
• At least three years as a central design figure for a team.
• EIT certification is required; PE license or ability to obtain within two years.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify design criteria and plan effective designs.
• Lead the processing of plans at public agencies.
• Engage in marketing and business development.
• Manage administrative and financial tasks.
• Develop schedules and coordinate workflow.
• Conduct site investigations and manage approvals.
• Track project budgets and manage change orders.
• Conduct staff reviews and provide training.

Skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Communication

Team-building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Senior Project Manager (Civil Engineering) - Ontario, CA

Job Openings Senior Project Manager (Civil Engineering) - Ontario, CA

About the job Senior Project Manager (Civil Engineering) - Ontario, CA

About the Opportunity:We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client, an up-and-coming civil engineering firm, for multiple full-time Senior Project Manager positions. As a key leader within the engineering team, you will be responsible for overseeing project design and execution, ensuring that client expectations are not only met but exceeded. This role involves direct interaction with clients and public agencies, managing plan processing, and delivering high-quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify design criteria and plan effective designs that align with client expectations.
• Provide direct client interface and lead the processing of plans at public agencies.
• Engage in marketing, business development, and the pursuit of new work (a book of business is required).
• Manage administrative and financial tasks, including invoicing, budget monitoring, proposals, and change orders.
• Develop schedules and supervise the coordination of workflow within the design team.
• Conduct site investigations and oversee coordination with outside consultants and internal departments.
• Supervise or directly contact agencies and manage the approval process for plans, resolving design issues and ensuring compliance with agency requirements.
• Track project budgets, provide billing instructions, and manage change order requests as necessary.
• Conduct staff reviews, provide training and coaching, and ensure time is accurately charged to projects.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• A minimum of ten years of civil engineering design experience, including at least three years as a central design figure for a team.
• EIT certification is required; a PE license or the ability to obtain one within two years of hire/promotion is also required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and team-building skills.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Chiropractic Care
• Life Insurance and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Colonial Life Insurance
• 401(k) plan with a company match of 50% of the first 8% of salary deferral
• Non-Managers: 10 days per year (0-5 years), 15 days per year (5-10 years), 20 days per year (10+ years)
• Managers: 15 days per year (0-10 years), 20 days per year (10+ years)
• Sick Leave: 40 hours per year
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Why Join Us?This is an exceptional opportunity to join a dynamic and growing civil engineering firm that prioritizes innovation and quality. Our client values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including individuals from underrepresented groups.

How to Apply:Interested candidates are invited to submit their resumes to [e-mail] . Please include "Senior Project Manager Application" in the subject line. We look forward to receiving your application!