Civil Engineering Project Manager

Senior Civil Engineering Project Manager – Southern California Expansion

We are seeking a strategic and entrepreneurial Engineering Project Manager to lead the launch and growth of our Southern California operations. This is a high-impact opportunity to establish a new regional office, build a team, and drive business development in a dynamic market.

Location

• Greater Los Angeles or Orange County preferred

• Initially remote; transition to hybrid as the office grows

Role Summary

• Title: Engineering Project Manager

• Type: Full-time, professional-level

• Salary Range: $130K–$175K (up to $200K for senior PMs)

• Reporting: Initially to a Director or VP in NorCal HQ

Core Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a design team of up to six members

• Oversee grading, stormwater, and utility plans (not hands-on design)

• Manage project scopes, budgets, schedules, QA/QC, and compliance

• Maintain and grow client relationships; pursue new business development opportunities

• Interface with agencies such as LA County, Caltrans, City of LA, and OC Fire Authority

• Assist Bay Area teams on projects until the SoCal pipeline is established

Technical Expectations

• AutoCAD Civil 3D proficiency preferred (oversight, not daily use)

• Bluebeam experience strongly preferred

• Familiarity with Liquid Planner and Ajera (not mandatory)

• PMs are responsible for high-level QA/QC and client communication

Project Types

• Residential (market-rate, affordable, mixed-use)

• Commercial (retail, corporate campuses)

• Academic & healthcare (schools, hospitals)

• Public works (parks, roads, stormwater systems)

Professional Requirements

• PE license in California preferred (flexible if actively pursuing)

• 8+ years in civil engineering, with 5+ years as a PM in land development

• Strong understanding of grading, drainage, stormwater, and utility plans

• Proven business development experience and established client relationships in Southern California

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $130K–$175K (up to $200K for senior PMs)

• Business development incentives available

• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO

• Professional development support:

• License reimbursement

• Continuing education reimbursement

• Paid exam leave (up to 8 hours)

• Internal training through company

Strategic Impact

• Serve as the cornerstone for Southern California expansion

• Shape team culture and market presence

• Influence hiring, operational strategy, and long-term growth

Ready to lead and build something extraordinary? Apply today and help shape the future of civil engineering in Southern California.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Irvine, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $84.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Irvine,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 18, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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