PROJECT ENGINEER/PROJECT MANAGER

We are seeking a talented, motivated, and career-oriented Project Engineer / Project Manager to lead the design and delivery of a wide range of private and public sector civil engineering projects throughout Michigan.

This position is ideal for an experienced engineer who is comfortable managing projects, leading technical staff, maintaining client relationships, and balancing project schedules, budgets, and quality expectations.

The successful candidate will be self-directed, solution-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities while helping guide projects from initial planning through design, construction support, and completion.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Active Michigan Professional Engineer (PE) license
• 5–10 years of practical civil engineering design experience involving private and public sector projects
• Minimum of 2 years of project management and team supervision experience

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee civil engineering and site development plans, specifications, and supporting documents for institutional, industrial, commercial, and residential projects
• Design and manage municipal infrastructure projects, including roadway reconstruction, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and water main improvements
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams
• Work closely with architects, MEP consultants, geotechnical consultants, landscape architects, contractors, and other technical professionals
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, deliverables, and client expectations
• Maintain strong and consistent communication with clients throughout the project lifecycle
• Monitor construction activities and provide design support during construction
• Identify and resolve design, field, and construction-related challenges
• Maintain accurate project documentation, records, schedules, and correspondence
• Review technical work and provide direction to engineering and design staff
• Mentor junior engineers and support the professional development of team members
• Participate in project pursuit, proposal development, scoping, estimating, and bidding activities
• Identify potential markets, project opportunities, and business development leads
• Represent the organization at professional associations, industry functions, conferences, and community events
• Build and maintain strong long-term relationships with clients, consultants, municipalities, and other industry partners

Technical Qualifications

Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in:

• AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Civil engineering design and project management software
• AASHTO design methodologies
• FHWA standards and guidelines
• MDOT design standards and requirements
• Local municipal engineering requirements, site planning standards, and development regulations

AutoCAD Civil 3D experience is required.

Leadership and Professional Skills

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lead and develop technical staff
• Sound professional judgment and problem-solving ability
• Strong client relationship and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with project teams
• Willingness to participate in business development and client growth activities
• A positive, solutions-focused approach to challenges
• Interest in working on a varied portfolio of projects and continuing to grow professionally

Compensation and Benefits

We offer competitive compensation based on experience, qualifications, professional licensure, and demonstrated leadership ability.

Benefits include:

• Team-oriented work environment
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Profit sharing
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Salaried professional position
• Leadership and management growth opportunities
• Potential long-term ownership opportunities

Pay: $86,000.00 - $104,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance

Work Location: In person