This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for an Associate Project Manager, Civil Engineering - Land Development in the United States.
This role offers an exciting opportunity for a civil engineering professional to step into a project leadership track within a fast-paced land development environment. You will contribute to a wide range of private commercial and real estate development projects, supporting end-to-end design, documentation, and construction phases. Working closely with senior project managers, you will help translate complex site data into actionable engineering plans while ensuring technical accuracy and delivery efficiency. The role blends hands-on technical design work with client-facing coordination and field exposure across multiple states. You will also play a key role in mentoring junior staff and strengthening project execution standards. This is a growth-oriented position designed to develop future project management leaders in civil engineering. The environment is collaborative, entrepreneurial, and highly dynamic, with strong emphasis on professional development and autonomy
Accountabilities:
- Support project managers in the preparation, review, and coordination of preliminary and final site plans, construction documents, and engineering deliverables.
- Analyze and interpret survey data, legal descriptions, ALTA surveys, easements, and related documentation to inform accurate site design decisions.
- Contribute to engineering studies and technical reports, including hydrology/hydraulics, stormwater systems, project schedules, and construction estimates.
- Provide construction-phase support, including permit documentation, quantity takeoffs, and coordination with field activities.
- Utilize Civil 3D and other engineering software tools to produce high-quality, on-time, and budget-compliant project outputs.
- Mentor and guide junior engineering staff to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and professional development within project teams.
- Assist with client coordination and site visits across multiple states to support project execution and compliance.
- Develop project management capabilities through active involvement in increasingly complex assignments and responsibilities.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
- 6+ years of experience in civil engineering, ideally within land development or private commercial development projects.
- Proven experience managing projects and interfacing directly with clients.
- Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and related civil engineering design tools.
- Solid understanding of site development processes, including grading, drainage, stormwater systems, and permitting.
- Ability to conduct frequent site visits across multiple states (NC, SC, GA and beyond as required).
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
- Preferred: experience in big-box retail or large-scale private development projects.
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses and recognition programs.
- Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and flexible work arrangements for eligible roles.
- 401(k) with employer match up to 4%, plus financial wellness support including tuition and student loan assistance.
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Wellness benefits such as gym reimbursements, dependent care support, and employee assistance programs.
- Career development support including paid licensing, certification fees, and professional growth incentives.
- Strong work-life balance culture with tenure-based rewards and travel incentives.
- Additional benefits including life insurance, disability coverage, pet insurance, and family planning support.
How Jobgether works:
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
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