Civil Engineering Senior Public Works Project Manager

Tait & Associates•Rancho Cordova, CA

1d•$130,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Make Your Mark on Public Infrastructure — Lead the Way at TAIT Why TAIT? Project Ownership — Own projects from proposal to final delivery. Civic Impact — Build vital infrastructure across roads, utilities, and land development Client Growth — Grow our reach by building strong agency relationships. Leadership Role — Mentor teams and drive technical excellence Culture That Supports — Work in a collaborative culture that values your impact. Build smarter systems, stronger communities, and a lasting career at TAIT. Role at a Glance TAIT is looking for a Senior Civil Project Manager to lead public works and land development projects from vision through completion. You'll serve as both a project leader and client liaison—managing scope, design, and delivery while mentoring team members and driving new business through agency outreach. This is a hands-on role with room to grow, backed by a company that gives you real ownership of your work.

Requirements

California PE license (required)
10+ years of civil engineering experience, with public works focus
Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
Strong communication, leadership, and client-facing skills
Proven ability to manage multiple projects independently

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
Detail-oriented, organized, and proactive problem-solver

Responsibilities

Identify and pursue new public agency opportunities
Lead civil engineering design and project management for public works and private development
Oversee project scope, budget, scheduling, and plan production
Manage and mentor a team of engineers and CAD staff
Build and maintain client relationships, proposals, and contracts
Ensure quality, compliance, and profitability across projects
Collaborate closely with internal teams and external stakeholders

Benefits

TAIT invests in you by providing a comprehensive compensation and benefits program along with the opportunity for professional growth and development.
Our benefits package includes valuable and affordable options for health, dental, vision, employer paid life insurance, 401(k) with match, generous paid time off and other supplemental benefits.
TAIT’s core value is its culture of kindness. With this, you’ll find a family-oriented environment and flexibility to manage work and life with a rewarding career.
Flexible Work Schedule Options - Remote, Hybrid, In-Person
Medical options including PPO and HDHP with Health Savings Accounts (no extra charges for spouse or dependent coverage)
Dental Plans with little to no deductible
Vision PPO plan that’s accepted widely from local offices to large retailers
Company paid Life Insurance
Voluntary Life, Accident and Critical Illness plans
Dependent Care and Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Retirement plan 401(k) with employer match
Paid time off to relax and recharge with vacation, holidays, and sick time.
Annual memberships with Strava and Headspace for additional health and wellness benefits
Maternity and Paternity leave time options to care for the newest little family members
Support for professional growth and development.
Corporate Lodging Program (CLC)