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Civil Engineering Senior Public Works Project Manager

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TAIT & Associates, Inc

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United States , Rancho Cordova

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Salary:

130000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Year

Job Description:

TAIT is looking for a Senior Civil Project Manager to lead public works and land development projects from vision through completion. You'll serve as both a project leader and client liaison—managing scope, design, and delivery while mentoring team members and driving new business through agency outreach. This is a hands-on role with room to grow, backed by a company that gives you real ownership of your work.

Job Responsibility:

  • Identify and pursue new public agency opportunities
  • Lead civil engineering design and project management for public works and private development
  • Oversee project scope, budget, scheduling, and plan production
  • Manage and mentor a team of engineers and CAD staff
  • Build and maintain client relationships, proposals, and contracts
  • Ensure quality, compliance, and profitability across projects
  • Collaborate closely with internal teams and external stakeholders

Requirements:

  • California PE license (required)
  • 10+ years of civil engineering experience, with public works focus
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Strong communication, leadership, and client-facing skills
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects independently
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (preferred)
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and proactive problem-solver
  • Valid CA driver’s license
  • Ability to visit job sites and attend in-person meetings as needed
What we offer:
  • Flexible Work Schedule Options - Remote, Hybrid, In-Person
  • Medical options including PPO and HDHP with Health Savings Accounts (no extra charges for spouse or dependent coverage)
  • Dental Plans with little to no deductible
  • Vision PPO plan
  • Company paid Life Insurance
  • ID Theft Protection & Monitoring
  • Voluntary Life, Accident and Critical Illness plans
  • Dependent Care and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Retirement plan 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid time off
  • Annual memberships with Strava and Headspace
  • Maternity and Paternity leave time options
  • Support for professional growth and development
  • Corporate Lodging Program (CLC)

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 20, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Remote work
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