Civil Project Manager

Summit Design and Engineering Services is an award-winning, multi-disciplined firm headquartered in Raleigh, NC. Our fast-paced, growth-oriented company strives to deliver innovative, elegant solutions to our clients while providing support and guidance to the communities where we live, work, and play.

At Summit , we know our employees are the backbone of our organization. That's why we've built a collaborative, growth-oriented environment where each team member is valued, heard, and supported in their career goals. We invest directly in our employee's success by offering a wide range of benefits, beyond the basics including student loan reimbursement, paid volunteer hours, education and certification assistance, wellness stipends, and a flexible workplace that encourages work-life balance. When our team succeeds, Summit thrives!

We seek individuals who will contribute to a more diverse, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment. If you're interested in joining over 400 of the industry's best and brightest, we welcome you to apply.

We're looking for a Senior Project Manager with deep expertise in site design to lead civil engineering projects that shape how people live, work, and connect. From commercial sites and mixed-use developments. If you're ready to lead projects, mentor teams, and build lasting client relationships while staying close to the design work you love, this is your opportunity.

As a Senior Project Manager specializing in site design, you'll guide the delivery of projects from concept to construction with a focus on technical excellence, creativity, and collaboration.

Responsibilities :

• Lead the planning, design, and delivery of site development projects, including grading, layout, utilities, stormwater, and erosion control.
• Oversee the full project lifecycle-technical design, budget, schedule, QA / QC, permitting, and client coordination.
• Prepare proposals and scopes with accurate schedules and fees that reflect a deep understanding of site constraints and opportunities.
• Assign, oversee, and mentor team members, including designers, engineers, and CAD technicians, to ensure high-quality, efficient work.
• Provide clear, proactive communication with clients throughout each phase, anticipating needs and solving problems collaboratively.
• Secure entitlements and approvals such as rezonings, special use permits, conditional approvals, site plans, and construction documents.
• Participate in construction administration tasks, including site observations, RFI responses, and submittal reviews.
• Generate monthly billing and manage subconsultant invoices.
• Support business development efforts by strengthening client relationships and representing the company at local industry events and meetings.

Qualifications :

A signing bonus of 10% of the starting salary is available for this position to those who apply directly through the company website or another job board. Candidates who are presented through a third-party recruiting firm are ineligible for signing bonus.

Summit Design and Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. E-verify.

A background check, including a criminal and driving record check, will be performed. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate. Many factors will be considered when a conviction is present.