Project Engineer with PE

Job Description

Job Description

Project Manager (PE) – Civil Infrastructure | North Austin, TX

We are seeking a licensed Professional Engineer with 5–8+ years of civil engineering experience to join our growing North Austin office in a leadership capacity. This is a strategic role with a well-established, locally owned firm offering the opportunity to lead multidisciplinary projects, manage clients, and mentor junior staff in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

This is an ideal position for a motivated engineer who still enjoys hands-on design work but is ready to step fully into project and people management responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Manage civil engineering projects from concept through construction, ensuring technical accuracy, schedule adherence, and budget performance.

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, internal teams, and sub-consultants.

Lead and mentor junior engineers and technical staff, providing guidance on design execution and professional development.

Coordinate and oversee planning, analysis, permitting, and design efforts for a variety of infrastructure projects.

Maintain quality control and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards.

Contribute to client development, proposal preparation, and project forecasting as needed.

Project Types Include

Water and wastewater utilities (distribution and collection systems)

Pump stations and lift stations

Drainage and stormwater management

Watershed planning

Roadway and utility coordination

Hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) modeling

Dam analysis and design

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (required); Master's degree a plus

Licensed PE in Texas

Minimum of 5–8+ years of progressive civil engineering experience

Demonstrated experience managing civil infrastructure projects and leading small teams

Familiarity with tools such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, ArcGIS, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, StormCAD, and InfoWorks ICM

Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Why Join Us

Work directly with firm Principals and decision-makers

High level of autonomy and ownership on projects

Strong regional client base and pipeline of municipal and public infrastructure work

Collaborative culture with a focus on long-term career development

North Austin location with a flexible, balanced work environment