Project Manager/Project Engineer - Civil Site Development
Listed on 2026-06-08
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer
Location: Durham
Project Manager / Project Engineer – Civil Site Development
Lead your civil engineering career where your work shapes communities and major development projects across the Southeast. At Thomas & Hutton, you'll take ownership of complex site development projects, guide multidisciplinary teams, and build lasting client relationships within a company celebrated as a Best Place to Work. If you're a seasoned engineer ready to lead projects, develop business, and mentor teams, this role is for you.
Whatyou'll do
- Manage one or multiple civil site development projects for a diverse portfolio of public and private clients
- Prepare and oversee the development of construction drawings for water, sewer, and storm drainage infrastructure
- Develop project scopes, schedules, and budgets, and ensure successful delivery of projects
- Lead proposal preparation and fee development efforts to support business growth
- Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal multidisciplinary teams
- Visit client offices, job sites, and consultant locations to support project execution and business development
- Oversee engineering work and ensure alignment with project objectives and company standards
- Monitor project performance using Vantagepoint, Microsoft Project, or similar tools
- Supervise, mentor, and develop engineers and technicians
- Communicate project status, risks, and solutions effectively to clients and leadership
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required
- 15+ years of experience in civil engineering design and project management
- Experience producing residential, commercial, and/or industrial site development plans
- Extensive experience managing civil site development projects in a consulting environment
- Strong understanding of civil site design, including water, sewer, and storm drainage systems
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD, preferably Civil 3D
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a client-facing focus
- Demonstrated business development experience and client relationship management
- Strong leadership abilities with experience managing and mentoring teams
- Understanding of business financial metrics and project performance
- Proven ability to manage multiple complex assignments and appropriately prioritize workflow
- Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
- Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
- Competitive salary plus performance bonus
- Condensed work schedule for better work‑life balance
- Top-tier health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
- 401(k), generous PTO, holidays, and tuition assistance
- Thomas & Hutton University and hands‑on Civil 3D mentoring to advance your career
Schedule: On-site:
Monday–Thursday 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.;
Friday 7:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Sponsorship is not available for this position. Thomas & Hutton is a Drug‑Free Workplace and an E‑Verify participant.
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