Civil Project Manager

Nitsch Engineering • Richmond, VA

7h

About The Position

Nitsch Engineering is seeking a Civil Project Manager to lead complex civil projects, develop client relationships, and support the firm’s growth in the Virginia market. The role combines technical project leadership, team development, client service, and business development. The manager leads projects from kickoff through completion, oversees design quality and construction-phase services, and coordinates resources and priorities across disciplines. The position also cultivates prospective clients, contributes to proposals and contract negotiations, represents the firm in professional and community settings, and helps translate regulatory developments into practical guidance.

Nitsch Engineering is an employee-owned, mid-sized engineering firm providing land development and sustainable site solutions. Its civil/site, survey, transportation, GIS, planning, and structural teams serve developers, architects, universities, and government agencies. The firm describes its culture as collaborative and focused on building stronger, more resilient communities.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer registration in one or more states.
• At least 10 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of state, local, and/or federal permitting guidelines.
• Knowledge of land development techniques for preparing construction documents, including sustainable site solutions, site grading, utility design, and stormwater management systems that meet regulations.
• Extensive experience using AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D.
• Experience with construction administration.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of HydroCAD software.

Responsibilities

• Lead design documentation from concept through final delivery, including comprehensive QA/QC of design documents.
• Use technical expertise to guide project teams, solve challenges, and support the development of professionals.
• Manage multiple projects of varying sizes and complexity from kickoff through completion, aligning client expectations, project direction, deliverables, schedules, and financial performance.
• Serve as the main project contact for clients, build trusted relationships, and anticipate client needs.
• Coordinate with discipline leaders to align priorities, resolve challenges, and deliver an integrated approach on major projects.
• Build project teams by matching technical resources to project goals, profitability, and employee development opportunities.
• Maintain proactive communication and clear expectations with clients, owners, and design partners, supporting timely decisions.
• Guide construction-phase services and work with clients, contractors, and project teams to address questions and carry design intent through implementation.
• Cultivate prospective-client relationships and identify opportunities to expand the firm’s reach and impact.
• Maintain successful client partnerships through trust, responsiveness, and attention to client needs.
• Mentor team members in client relationship building, communicating service value, and business development.
• Represent Nitsch in professional associations, committees, and business organizations, strengthening its Richmond presence.
• Present expertise at client meetings, professional events, and educational programs to strengthen relationships and visibility.
• Connect clients with complementary Nitsch services and opportunities for collaboration.
• Lead and contribute to proposals by shaping strategies, coordinating contributions, and communicating the firm’s value.
• Partner with firm leaders and clients during contract negotiations to establish clear expectations and support project delivery.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and translate changes into practical guidance for clients and project teams.

Benefits

• Rewarding employee-ownership opportunities.
• Flexible working model and early Fridays year-round.
• Medical insurance coverage.
• Dental insurance coverage.
• Vision insurance coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account and other optional coverages, including identity theft protection and legal coverage.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) match.
• Pre-tax commuter benefit.
• Paid parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Discretionary gift card bonuses through the employee appreciation and recognition program.
• Ongoing education and professional development opportunities.
• Volunteer and community involvement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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