Professional Engineer- Regional Manager Lake Ozarks

Cochran is a growing civil engineering firm with 7 Missouri offices, offering services in construction administration, materials testing, architectural and geotechnical engineering, and land surveying. Serving both public and private sectors, Cochran’s expertise spans municipal, commercial, residential, transportation, water/wastewater, site development, retail, planning, and interior design. With 120+ professionals, the firm delivers tailored solutions backed by deep expertise and is guided by core values of teamwork, excellence, quality, and trust—ensuring principal involvement and outstanding service throughout every project.

Cochran’s Osage Beach, Missouri location, is looking for a Regional Project Manager (Professional Civil Engineer) to join our team.

This is a leadership opportunity for a Professional Engineer (PE) who thrives on building relationships, leading teams, and delivering successful projects from concept to completion. The ideal candidate will oversee operations for our Lake of the Ozarks office, manage project delivery, mentor junior engineers, and play a key role in business development for the region.

• Lead and manage civil engineering projects from planning and design through permitting and construction
• Serve as the primary client contact—build and maintain relationships with public and private sector clients
• Develop new business opportunities and support proposal and fee development efforts
• Mentor, train, and oversee junior engineers and technical staff
• Ensure high-quality project deliverables that meet client expectations, budgets, and schedules
• Manage project budgets, scopes, schedules, and quality control
• Collaborate with company leadership to grow the Lake of the Ozarks office, including staff development and client engagement
• Represent the firm in professional and community organizations

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Missouri
• 7+ years of progressive civil engineering design and project management experience
• Proven track record in client relationship management and business development
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience mentoring and developing junior staff
• Proficiency with design and modeling software (AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred)

• Opportunity to lead a growing regional office with the backing of a respected firm
• Autonomy to shape local client relationships and project types
• Supportive company culture focused on collaboration, flexibility, and professional growth
• Competitive compensation, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• 100% company paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance for employees, plus company deductible assistance
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Generous PTO plan and 7 major holidays
• Continuing education and professional development support