Project Manager I

DJ&A•Vancouver, WA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

DJ&A, a multidisciplinary professional services consulting firm founded in 1973, is seeking a Project Manager / Senior Project Manager with NPS and federal experience to join its growing Civil Engineering & Design (CE&D) Group. This role is crucial for leading and delivering local and regional site development projects, acting as a trusted advisor to both established and new clients. The ideal candidate will be passionate about project ownership, value quality and detail, and excel in a collaborative, relationship-driven environment that prioritizes integrity, accountability, and people.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Landscape Architecture from an ABET or LAAB-accredited program, or related engineering degree (required).
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Landscape Architect Registration (LARE) (required).
10+ years of progressive civil engineering experience, including project management responsibilities.
Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Demonstrated commitment to quality, attention to detail, and client service.

Nice To Haves

Experience with National Park Service (NPS) and federal project delivery strongly preferred.
Experience with federal projects is preferred.
Site development for public and private clients.
Grading, drainage, and utility design.
Municipal coordination and permitting.

Responsibilities

Lead site civil projects from planning and design through construction, including grading, drainage, utilities, and coordination with municipalities and stakeholders.
Manage scope, schedule, budget, and internal resources to ensure successful project delivery.
Oversee the preparation of plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary internal teams and external consultants.
Take ownership of project outcomes by leading with integrity, clear communication, and a commitment to delivering quality work that serves both clients and communities.
Track and report on project KPIs, including schedule adherence, budget performance, and utilization, to drive continuous improvement and accountability.
Perform and oversee QA/QC reviews to ensure accurate, thoughtful, and high-quality deliverables that reflect DJ&A’s commitment to never compromising on quality.
Serve as a trusted advisor to regional clients, providing responsive service and thoughtful solutions.
Maintain and grow relationships with prioritized local clients while contributing as a client engagement manager for additional accounts.
Build trust through responsive service, follow-through, and transparent communication, serving as a long-term partner rather than a transactional consultant.
Support business development efforts through proposal development, interviews, and client meetings.
Identify opportunities to expand services and strengthen long-term client partnerships, with a focus on growing relationships with the National Park Service, federal agencies, county governments, and state Departments of Transportation (DOTs).
Mentor and support emerging engineers and project managers.
Foster a collaborative, respectful, and quality-focused team environment.
Contribute to a respectful, inclusive team culture where people feel supported, challenged, and valued.