Civil Engineering Project Manager - Site Development/Public Works

Company: Psomas
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Psomas is seeking a talented Civil Engineering Project Manager in Los Angeles, CA . Explore this opportunity with Psomas and apply today! About being our Project Manager Civil Engineer - Site Development/Public Works As a Civil Engineering Project Manager on our Site Development/Public Works team in our downtown Los Angeles office, you will play a key role in delivering transformative projects that enhance our community and improve the built environment. Our specialties include: site development, roadway and right-of-way improvements, civil utilities, and more for clients including school districts and higher education institutions, local and regional municipalities, and civic agencies. We take pride in strengthening community resilience by designing sustainable infrastructure. In this strategic position, you will leverage your design expertise to oversee a diverse portfolio of projects - managing staffing, budgeting, financial planning, scheduling, and cost estimating. You will also drive business development efforts and mentor team members to support our growth and expansion goals. Here, you will find a career with purpose and staying power. With 79 years of industry leadership, we have built a deeply rooted and stable client base. Many of our clients have trusted us with their projects for decades, a testament to the lasting value we bring to every job. We are also proud of our team's high retention rate - people stay because they thrive in a culture that fosters growth and collaboration. If you are looking to join a team that values stability while continuing to innovate and evolve, we would love to hear from you. Responsibility Highlights for our Project Manager Civil Engineer - Site Development/Public Works Manage multiple projects, overseeing all aspects from initiation to completion Prepare schedule, budget, scope of services; prepare and collect additional services; monitor budgets; and recommend corrective actions Supervise and train technical staff; assign projects to engineers with defined timelines; provide technical guidance; and review deliverables Be in responsible charge of the production of quality deliverables while meeting project schedules Evaluate staff performance; set career development goals; and provide mentorship and guidance Apply design expertise in grading and drainage; accessible/universal design; low impact development; hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, and public improvements Be familiar with local and state regulatory requirements, procedures, and standards Lead business development efforts and pursuit planning, including proposals, RFPs and RFQs, presentations, interviews, and negotiation of contracts Manage subconsultant contracting and coordination Maintain strong client relationships and be responsible for contract management throughout the project Minimum Qualifications to be our Project Manager Civil Engineer - Site Development/Public Works Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline from accredited college or university Professional registration (PE license) as a Civil Engineer in the state of California 8 years of experience navigating multi-disciplined engineering projects Minimum of 1 years' experience as project manager in civil engineering, overseeing design of site development, facilities, infrastructure, and public works projects Prior experience delivering projects for public agencies, municipalities, and educational institutions in Southern California Strong technical knowledge of engineering concepts, practices, and procedures Preferred Qualifications for our Project Manager Civil Engineer - Site Development/Public Works DBIA certification (or ability to obtain within 2 years of hire) Highlighted Benefits for our Project Manager Civil Engineer - Site Development/Public Works Enjoy hybrid and flexible work schedules, an inclusive benefit package providing medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee and qualifying family members, a 401(k) with immediate vested company match and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan that is 100% paid by Psomas! A competitive salary! The expected range for this position is $125,000-$160,000 /salary depending on experience Compensation may be adjusted for well qualified candidates 8 Paid Holidays & 3-4 Weeks of PTO (depending on experience) Career pathing, training professional development Employee Parking paid by Company Strong History Bright Future As a 100% employee owned company serving clients throughout the western U.S., Psomas is proud to be an award-winning consulting firm with over 780 employees. Our talented team have an array of skills ranging from construction management, civil engineering, transportation planning, environmental, landscape architecture and urban design, and surveying and geospatial services. We strive for excellence, and welcome candidates of all identities, backgrounds, and perspectives to help us continue evolving as an inclusive, employee first culture. Together, we foster a collaborative work environment, promote teamwork, and provide many opportunities for professional growth and advancement. We are looking for team members that are excited to contribute to our projects and make a positive difference in our local communities. We're a fun, rewarding place to work! We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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