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Senior Project Manager – Civil Site Development (PE)

Thomas & Hutton, Columbia, SC, United States



Senior Project Manager – Civil Site Development (PE)
Lead your civil engineering career where your work shapes communities and large-scale development projects across the Southeast. At Thomas & Hutton, you’ll oversee complex site development projects, guide multidisciplinary teams, and build strong client relationships within a company celebrated as a Best Place to Work. If you’re an experienced engineer ready to lead projects, mentor teams, and drive business growth, this role is for you.

Location:

Columbia, SC

What you'll do:

Manage one or multiple civil site development projects for a diverse portfolio of public and private sector clients

Oversee the preparation of construction drawings for water, sewer, and storm drainage infrastructure

Develop project scopes, schedules, and budgets, and ensure successful project delivery

Lead proposal preparation and fee development efforts to support business development

Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal multidisciplinary teams

Visit client offices, job sites, and consultant locations to support project execution and client relationships

Oversee engineering work and ensure alignment with project objectives and company standards

Monitor project performance using Vision, Microsoft Project, or similar tools

Supervise, mentor, and develop engineers and technicians

Communicate project status, risks, and solutions effectively to clients and leadership

What you bring:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license required

12+ years of experience in civil engineering design and project management

Experience managing complex public and private civil site development projects

Strong understanding of civil site design, including water, sewer, and storm drainage systems

Experience planning, coordinating, and directing multiple large or complex engineering projects simultaneously

Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor teams in a collaborative environment

Working knowledge of AutoCAD, preferably Civil 3D

Strong written and verbal communication skills with a client-facing focus

Demonstrated business development experience

Strong leadership abilities and decision-making skills

Understanding of business financial metrics and project performance

Proven ability to manage multiple assignments and appropriately prioritize workflow

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines

Why Thomas & Hutton

Competitive salary plus annual 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 leadership development opportunities

Schedule:

On-site: Monday–Thursday 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

Please note:

Sponsorship is not available for this position. Thomas & Hutton is a Drug-Free Workplace and an E-Verify participant.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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