Project Manager – Outdoor Recreation

CEI Engineering Associates•Dallas, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

CEI Engineering is hiring an Outdoor Recreation Project Manager for its Dallas office to lead projects that develop parks, trails, and other outdoor recreation spaces. The role combines technical strategy, design judgment, project leadership, and client relationship building, with a focus on sustainable design and expanding the firm’s presence in a competitive market. The position includes mentoring junior staff on Civil 3D grading plans, advising city officials and agency partners on entitlements, stormwater management, and grant funding strategies, and collaborating with contractors on site to resolve field issues and uphold sustainable design standards. The project manager also works with municipal clients and contributes to proposals for park developments. The role may involve occasional overnight travel. CEI Engineering Associates, Inc. is a civil engineering, land surveying, and landscape architecture firm established in 1973. It has offices across the country and more than 180 professionals. The company describes itself as diverse, experienced, and inclusive, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture or Civil Engineering.
Active Landscape Architect (L.A.) or Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
At least 3 years of experience in land/site development, including site planning, drainage, and entitlements.
Proficiency in AutoCAD/Civil 3D and Microsoft Office.
Exceptional communication skills.
Proactive, can-do attitude and commitment to exceeding client expectations.
Valid driver’s license.
Flexibility for occasional overnight travel.

Nice To Haves

Six or more years of experience.
Experience with government agencies and community associations.
Working knowledge of grant funding sources.

Responsibilities

Mentor junior staff on Civil 3D grading plans for trail networks.
Advise city officials and agency partners on entitlements, stormwater management, and grant funding strategies.
Collaborate with contractors on-site to resolve field challenges and ensure sustainable design standards.
Connect with municipal clients and contribute to proposals for park developments.
Lead outdoor recreation projects, including parks and trails, and help expand the firm’s presence in the market.