Civil Engineering Project Manager

Foth • Rapid City, SD

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 700 members across 32 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart, caring team of colleagues, consider joining us at Foth.

Join our Rapid City, SD office as a Civil Engineering Project Manager where you’ll wear several important hats in a highly connected team. This is a role for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment—balancing hands‑on engineering design with client interaction, project leadership, and team development. If you enjoy variety in your work, ownership over your projects, and the ability to make a visible impact, this position offers all of that and more.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) License in South Dakota
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing projects and client relationships
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the civil engineering consulting industry

Nice To Haves

• 15+ years of experience planning, designing, and constructing public utility projects

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering design and project management for municipal infrastructure, including water and wastewater systems, drainage, utilities, roadway design, site development, conveyance, storage, and pump stations.
• Support the Client Team Lead with business development activities and help strengthen client relationships.
• Interact directly with clients to ensure successful project delivery.
• Mentor and develop team members in both technical skills and professional growth.
• Assist with proposals, presentations, and participation in professional organizations and tradeshows.
• Deliver projects within defined budget, schedule, and contractual commitments.
• Prepare engineering plans, manage GIS and file organization, and coordinate internal/external surveying and subconsultant activities.
• Assist with defining project scope and managing contract changes; negotiate scopes with subconsultants.
• Develop technical reports, feasibility studies, and engineering designs.
• Provide construction administration and coordinate construction management activities.
• Establish goals and performance feedback for team members.
• Participate in recruiting efforts, including networking events and college career fairs.

Benefits

• Established Reputation: With over 85 years of success, we are proud to be 100% member-owned.
• Dynamic Culture: Benefit from a values-based, client-centered, and flexible work environment, with ample professional growth opportunities and supportive colleagues, contributing to our impressive 92+% member retention rate.
• Challenging Projects: Engage in diverse and exciting projects that promote continuous professional growth and development.

What This Job Offers

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