Civil Project Manager (Residential)

Trilon Group • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award-winning, full-service consulting firm that offers a wide array of services including civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying and construction support. Our talented staff of more than 650+ professionals deliver integrated planning, design, engineering and construction solutions. Due to MSG's continued growth, a new opening is available for a Civil Project Manager (Residential) to assist with our projects in Columbus!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license, preferably in Ohio, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 8+ years of civil site development experience, with at least 2 years focused on residential land development.
• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D (alignments, corridors, grading, profiles, pipe networks).
• Demonstrated experience managing clients, projects, budgets, and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of local development codes, stormwater regulations, and residential design standards.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with large, multi-phase residential communities or master-planned developments.
• Familiarity with Columbus-area permitting agencies and development processes.
• Strong understanding of hydrologic/hydraulic modeling and stormwater best practices.
• Experience in mentoring staff and leading internal design teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage comprehensive civil engineering design for large residential developments, including: Master planning, lot layout, road networks, open-space design Grading and earthwork balancing Sanitary, storm, and water utility design Stormwater management and detention/retention systems
• Lead project planning including scope, schedule, resourcing, and budget management.
• Oversee preparation of construction drawings, engineering reports, and permitting packages.
• Ensure quality control and adherence to local and MSG standards as well as client expectations.
• Serve as primary client contact for residential developers, builders, and landowners.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with regional and national homebuilders.
• Present project deliverables to clients, regulatory agencies, and municipal authorities.
• Participate in proposal preparation, project interviews, and business development initiatives.
• Manage permitting and reviews with municipalities, local review agencies, and Ohio EPA.
• Navigate zoning, entitlement processes, and early-stage land planning requirements.
• Address comments from reviewing agencies and coordinate revisions with internal teams.
• Oversee construction-phase services including: Site visits Responding to RFIs Reviewing change orders Coordinating with contractors and field staff
• Assist clients and contractors with resolving design or field issues to keep projects moving.
• Direct and mentor a team of engineers, designers, and technicians.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary support from environmental, transportation, survey, construction and geotechnical groups.
• Promote a collaborative, growth-focused team culture

Benefits

• 401(k) w/ company match
• Health insurance w/ HSA option, Vision, Dental, Life
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Catalytic Coaching - Employees draft a development plan aimed at improving contributions in their current job and increasing the potential for other opportunities.
• MSG is all about bringing out the best in people at work!

What This Job Offers

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