Public Works Project Manager

Tait & Associates, Inc. • Santa Ana, CA

4d • $100,000 - $150,000

About The Position

TAIT’s Public Works Project Manager leads the design and delivery of public roadway and utility improvement projects. The role combines project leadership, engineering design oversight, client collaboration, staff management, and business development. The manager oversees projects from planning through delivery, develops client relationships, mentors junior staff, and helps shape infrastructure and communities.

Requirements

• At least 6–10 years of experience in a Project Manager position involving public roadway and utility improvement design.
• At least 6–10 years of experience designing public roadway infrastructure projects and writing construction specifications.
• At least 6–10 years of experience in a Project Manager position with exposure to technical applications, project management, and staff interaction.
• At least 6 years of experience designing public roadway infrastructure projects.
• Previous experience in land development design projects for private and public works.
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
• Current California Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• Ability and experience writing construction specifications.
• Valid and current driver’s license.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Current knowledge and familiarity using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Expertise preparing grading plans, utility plans, site plans, and preliminary cost estimates; strong AutoCAD and Civil 3D design skills for land development.
• Ability to apply civil engineering principles in an aggressive, service-oriented business environment.
• Superior leadership and interpersonal abilities, with a desire to work in a high-visibility position internally and externally.

Responsibilities

• Interface with clients; develop proposals; negotiate scopes and fees; and ensure timely billing, collections, and change orders.
• Lead plan processing at public agencies.
• Manage project staff, including design engineers and CAD operators, and mentor junior design staff in engineering procedures and techniques.
• Assign tasks and keep the team on track and within budget.
• Identify design criteria and oversee efficient design and plan preparation.
• Assist team members with design tasks to help develop their skills.
• Assist the Director with marketing and client development for the Division.
• Solve design problems using engineering calculations and general design standards.
• Establish project controls and ensure plans are accurate and high quality.
• Ensure technical quality, profitability, schedule, staff coordination, client communications, and follow-up.
• Walk job site locations as needed, use survey equipment if needed, and drive to job sites when required.

Benefits

• Medical insurance options, including PPO and HDHP with Health Savings Accounts.
• Dental insurance plans with little to no deductible.
• Vision PPO plan.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Voluntary life, accident, and critical illness plans.
• Dependent care and flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Annual Strava and Headspace memberships for health and wellness.
• Maternity and paternity leave options.
• Professional growth and development support.
• Corporate Lodging Program (CLC).
• Flexible work schedule options, including remote, hybrid, and in-person arrangements.
• ID theft protection and monitoring.

What This Job Offers

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