Civil Engineer Project Manager

MacKay • Roseville, CA

20d • $135,000 - $170,000 • Onsite

About The Position

MacKay is seeking a relationship-focused, dedicated, and change-friendly Civil Engineer Project Manager to join their dynamic team in Roseville, CA. In this role, you will lead land development projects from initial planning through design completion, managing client relationships, project teams, and technical execution. The ideal candidate will possess strong relationship cultivation skills, leadership abilities, a proactive mindset, and a passion for delivering projects that positively impact the communities served.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in civil engineering, with a focus on land development projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in California, or the ability to obtain it within 6 months.
• Proven experience managing project budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong knowledge of local development codes, standards, and permitting processes.
• Proficient with AutoCAD Civil 3D and other industry-related design software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with clients, colleagues, and public agency staff.

Nice To Haves

• 8+ years of progressive project management experience in land development.
• Experience working with both public and private sector clients.
• Established relationships with local municipalities and reviewing agencies.
• Business development experience, including proposal writing and client presentations.
• Strong mentoring skills with the ability to lead and develop junior staff.
• Experience with project management software tools (such as Microsoft Project, Deltek Ajera, Deltek Vantagepoint or similar).

Responsibilities

• Manage land development projects, overseeing scope, schedule, budget, and quality control.
• Serve as the primary client contact, maintaining strong, responsive relationships.
• Oversee and coordinate the work of engineering teams, subconsultants, and support staff; identify scope creep.
• Lead the preparation of site development plans, reports, calculations, and permit applications.
• Review and approve technical designs to ensure compliance with applicable codes and client requirements.
• Support business development by identifying new opportunities and participating in proposal development.
• Facilitate meetings with clients, public agencies, and internal teams to discuss project progress and resolve challenges.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and project team members.
• Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions as needed to maintain project goals.
• Stay current with industry trends, regulations, and best practices to deliver innovative solutions.

Benefits

• Company-sponsored Medical (including an HSA High Deductible option)
• Dental
• Vision
• FSA
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• 100% company-paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) plan with up to a 4% match
• Paid vacation
• Sick time
• 11 paid holidays
• Employee ownership options
• Expenses associated with licensure
• Annual performance bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior