Project Manager, Environmental Engineer, Operations Manager

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

McAdams is a full-service land planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering, transportation, and geomatics firm located in North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, and Florida. We seek to partner with our clients to create meaningful experiences through inspired design. Our employees are what make McAdams different. We bring experiences to the forefront of everything we do, and to do that takes special people.

The Project Manager leads and oversees all phases of civil engineering projects, ensuring successful delivery from design through construction. This role is responsible for managing project teams, maintaining client relationships, and ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest technical standards. The Project Manager coordinates design efforts, manages resources, handles permitting and regulatory compliance, and ensures quality control across all deliverables.

Additionally, the role involves business development, risk management, and mentoring junior staff, contributing to the growth and success of the firm.

• Lead and manage all aspects of civil engineering projects, ensuring successful delivery from concept through construction administration.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and internal teams, driving alignment on project goals, timelines, and budgets.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships by providing exceptional service, managing client expectations, and ensuring project satisfaction; identify and pursue opportunities for repeat business and referrals.
• Oversee and mentor project teams, providing guidance, support, and direction; foster a collaborative environment, ensuring clear communication and smooth coordination.
• Direct and support the design of civil engineering systems, including site plans, utility plans, stormwater management, grading, and infrastructure layouts, ensuring designs meet all technical, regulatory, and quality standards.
• Develop, manage, and track project budgets and schedules, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Lead permitting efforts, working with local agencies and municipalities to ensure timely approvals and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, resolving any technical or design challenges promptly; proactively address issues that may impact project timelines, budgets, or client relationships.
• Ensure the quality of all project deliverables, conducting regular reviews of design documents, construction drawings, reports, and specifications.
• Manage relationships with external subconsultants, contractors, and vendors, ensuring deliverables meet project requirements and timelines.
• Actively contribute to business development efforts by identifying potential opportunities, drafting proposals, and participating in client presentations.
• Provide mentorship to junior project managers, engineers, and staff, helping develop their technical and project management skills.
• Prepare and present project updates to stakeholders, including progress reports, budget status, and risk assessments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Four-year bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field required.
• EI required; PE or on track to obtaining PE strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in civil site design or related field required.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and other relevant design and project management software.
• Excellent ability to manage budgets, schedules, and resources; experience with risk management and problem‑solving.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to lead meetings, present information, and interact with clients and stakeholders.
• Ability to lead teams, mentor junior staff, and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client relationships with a focus on delivering high‑quality service.

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