Project Manager, Civil Engineering – Public Works

Trueline • Anaheim, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Trueline is seeking a Project Manager, Civil Engineering & Public Works to join their team in Anaheim, CA. This is a visible, client-facing leadership role overseeing roadway and public works projects from design through delivery, with strong long-term upside for someone who wants to grow into a senior leadership seat at a stable, relationship-driven firm. The firm publicly describes itself as a full-service consulting practice founded in 2004 that supports public agency work across project management, civil engineering, construction management, inspection, plan-checking, and related services, with an Anaheim office and a strong emphasis on quality, responsiveness, and long-term relationships.

Requirements

• Active California PE license with the ability to stamp plans
• 10+ years of civil engineering experience
• Strong background in public works or municipal infrastructure projects
• Proven roadway project experience, including work such as paving, widening, sidewalks, curb ramps, and ADA-related improvements
• Experience managing several projects at once in different phases
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, or a comparable CAD background with the ability to get up to speed quickly
• Confidence in a client-facing role with public agency stakeholders
• Strong communication, organization, and project ownership skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience working directly with municipal clients, city engineers, or public works departments
• Familiarity with Caltrans standards, Greenbook requirements, and local agency review processes
• Experience with QA/QC practices for public works design
• Comfort with project tracking tools and modern workflow systems
• Background in a consulting environment serving public agencies
• Interest in mentoring others and growing into broader team leadership

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple active public works and roadway projects through planning, design, coordination, and delivery
• Manage schedules, budgets, milestones, and client expectations across concurrent municipal assignments
• Serve as the primary point of contact for city, county, and other public agency clients
• Review engineering plans, design packages, and project deliverables for quality and compliance
• Guide engineers and designers working in Civil 3D and support strong internal execution
• Coordinate across internal teams, subconsultants, and stakeholders to keep projects moving
• Build trust-based client relationships that support repeat work and long-term partnerships
• Help strengthen project management processes while contributing to the growth of the engineering group

Benefits

• Base salary targeted at $185,000-$200,000, with flexibility for stronger candidates
• Full-time role with a 36-hour workweek and Fridays off
• Hybrid schedule with 3 in-office days and 1 remote day
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer contribution and Day 1 vesting
• 3 weeks of PTO plus holidays
• Clear path toward future leadership and director-level growth
• A collaborative environment that values stability, retention, and long-term relationships

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees