Civil Engineering - Project Manager

Job Title:  Civil Engineering - Project Manager
Department:  Haeger Engineering 
Reports to:  Managing Director
FLSA Status: Exempt

GENERAL SUMMARY
The Civil Engineering Project Manager is responsible for managing land development projects from initial planning and design through permitting and approval. This role oversees project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client communication while leading internal project teams and coordinating with external consultants and regulatory agencies. The Project Manager provides technical leadership, supports business objectives, mentors junior staff, and helps ensure successful project delivery that meets client expectations and firm standards.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Ths position may mentor junior staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. General duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Project Management

- Manage multiple land development projects simultaneously through planning, design, permitting, and approval phases.

- Establish project scope, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements.

- Monitor project performance and proactively address schedule, budget, and quality concerns.

- Maintain accountability for project deliverables and client satisfaction.

- Coordinate internal project teams to ensure timely completion of project milestones.

Design and Technical Development

- Lead the preparation of engineering plans, specifications, reports, and supporting calculations.

- Oversee site design activities including grading, drainage, utility layout, and stormwater management solutions.

- Apply engineering principles, regulatory requirements, and industry standards to project development.

- Review technical deliverables for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable codes and regulations.

- Research and resolve technical challenges that arise during project development.

Client and Agency Coordination

- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout project execution.

- Participate in client meetings and presentations to communicate project status, design recommendations, and technical solutions.

- Coordinate with municipalities, regulatory agencies, utility providers, and review authorities during permitting and approval processes.

- Maintain productive working relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and jurisdictional representatives.

Financial and Schedule Management

- Track project budgets, contract compliance, staffing needs, and project profitability.

- Monitor and manage project schedules to ensure deliverables are completed on time.

- Identify project risks and implement solutions to minimize impacts on project outcomes.

- Assist with proposal development, project planning, and resource forecasting as needed.

Team Leadership and Mentorship

- Mentor and guide junior engineers, designers, and technical staff.

- Provide technical oversight and support for project team members.

- Promote adherence to firm standards, quality control procedures, and best practices.

- Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing across project teams.

Construction and Field Support

- Participate in site visits to evaluate existing conditions, construction progress, and field related issues.

- Review field observations and coordinate responses to construction related inquiries as required.

- Assist in resolving project issues that arise during construction and implementation.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

- Strong knowledge of land development design principles and engineering practices.

- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.

- Ability to present projects at Plan Commission, Village board, or City Council for project approvals.

- Knowledge of stormwater management, drainage design, hydraulic analysis, and site development practices.

- Experience preparing engineering plans, technical calculations, and permitting documentation.

- Strong project management, organizational, and leadership skills.

- Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities in a fast paced environment.

- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

- Strong analytical thinking, problem solving, and decision making abilities.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

- Ability to build and maintain positive client and agency relationships.

- Maintains a professional presence during virtual meetings. When participating in meetings through Microsoft Teams or other video conferencing platforms, employees are expected to be on camera unless otherwise approved or circumstances prevent camera use.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline from an accredited institution.

- Five (5) years or more of experience in civil engineering and land development projects.

- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

- Experience managing project schedules, budgets, and client relationships preferred.

- Experience coordinating permitting efforts with local municipalities and regulatory agencies preferred.

Qualifications

WHY YOU'LL WANT TO WORK AT GF
Join a team where you can contribute and grow your career without limits. At GF, you’ll help build community through meaningful work while shaping your professional growth and career path. Our team brings together diverse talents and backgrounds, creating an environment where you can explore fresh ideas, navigate new challenges, and adapt as your career and goals evolve. From our 4½-day workweek and comprehensive benefits to intentional mentorship and career development, GF provides an environment where growth, balance, and job satisfaction go hand in hand.

CAREER PROGRESSION
We are passionate about supporting your career progression and professional growth. GF maintains a career progression framework that illustrates typical advancement in both title and responsibility. During the annual performance review process, and at other appropriate times, we will discuss the skills, experience, and competencies that may be demonstrated to achieve the next level position.

Career progression is not prescriptive. Advancement is based on a combination of demonstrated capability, technical and interpersonal skills, experience, initiative, attitude, performance, and overall contribution to the firm. We encourage open, direct, and ongoing conversations with your manager regarding your career goals and professional development.

We also recognize that not every employee aspires to continued upward advancement. If you are content in your current role, we are committed to supporting your growth through expanded responsibilities, new challenges, and horizontal development opportunities that allow you to remain engaged, challenged, and professionally fulfilled while maintaining your current level.

BENEFITS
Health and Wellness Support
We prioritize the well-being of our team members through comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with a generous Firm contribution to health savings accounts. Other programs that further emphasizes our dedication to the holistic health of our employees include: voluntary short- and long-term disability; voluntary life insurance; accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity benefits; monthly wellness reimbursements; telehealth benefits; mental health counseling; employee assistance programs; Medicare transition services; and financial wellness benefits.

Professional Development Opportunities
Dedication to continued learning is ingrained in our culture. Our tuition reimbursement program empowers employees to pursue continuous learning, enhancing their education and skill sets to excel in their careers. Mentorship opportunities and benefits such as paid membership to a professional organization and opportunities for selection into our Next Generation Leadership Training or Associates and Directors Program further supports the growth and development of our team.

Ownership and Prosperity
As an ESOP company, GF takes pride in offering every team member a stake in our success. Through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, our employees benefit from shared company prosperity, creating a culture of shared goals and achievements. You fund your 401(k) through paycheck deferrals, and GF matches your deferrals into the ESOP with shares of company stock.

Work-Life Integration
We understand the importance of Work-Life Balance. Our commitment to flexible work schedules, paid time off, paid holidays, half-day Fridays, and paid parental leave allows our team members to achieve professional success while maintaining a fulfilling personal life.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO)
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, familial status, partnership status, protected veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

PAY TRANSPARENCY
Where required by applicable law, the pay range for this position is provided in the job posting. Compensation is determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, skills, experience, education, internal equity, geographic location, and business needs. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and or benefits in accordance with applicable plans and policies.

PAYROLL
Employees paid on a bi-weekly basis, consisting of 26 pay periods annually, and is issued in arrears. Direct deposit is available.

AT-WILL EMPLOYMENT
Employment with GF is  at will , which means that either the employee or GF may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law. Nothing in this job description or posting creates a contract of employment or alters the at-will nature of employment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work may be performed in a standard office setting, onsite at client locations, and or on active construction or project sites. Work environments may include exposure to weather conditions, uneven terrain, construction equipment, and other site-related conditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position requires sufficient physical ability, with or without reasonable accommodation, to perform essential job functions. These may include sitting or standing for extended periods; walking on uneven surfaces; stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and twisting; lifting, carrying, pushing, and or pulling light to moderate amounts of weight; operating office and field equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine motor coordination; communicating verbally and in writing; visual acuity within normal range with or without correction; and hearing within normal range with or without correction. This position may require physical mobility on and around active construction sites before and after installation of infrastructure and site improvements.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants throughout the hiring process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position or to perform essential job functions, please notify us. Reasonable accommodations may include modifications to the application process, work procedures, equipment, or work environment, in accordance with applicable law.

BACKGROUND CHECK
Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, reference check, and or drug screening, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including fair chance and ban-the-box requirements.

SAFETY & COMPLIANCE
Employees are required to comply with all Company and client on-site safety policies and procedures. Personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when working on construction or project sites.

WORK AUTHORIZATION
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. GF participates in E-Verify and will verify employment eligibility in accordance with federal law.

HARASSMENT-FREE WORKPLACE
We are committed to maintaining a professional work environment free from discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and inappropriate conduct. All employees are expected to uphold these standards and will attend annual harassment prevention training.

DISCLAIMER
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications and may be modified at any time to meet business needs.

Thank you for your interest in applying for a position at GF. We appreciate you taking the time to submit your information. Our team will review your qualifications, and if your skills and experience align with the needs of the role, a member of our recruitment team will reach out to begin the next steps in the process.   We look forward to reviewing your information.