Civil Project Manager

Primary Responsibilities: Support site feasibility analysis (topography, utilities, floodplain, access, zoning) Coordinate with civil engineers on preliminary layouts and yield optimization Review ALTA surveys, geotechnical reports, environmental reports, and utility availability Assist in budgeting and pro forma development Identify entitlement risks and permitting timelines Design & Entitlement Management Manage civil engineering consultants through plan development Coordinate drainage studies, utility plans, roadway design, grading plans Oversee agency submissions and revisions Attend planning commission and council meetings when required Ensure compliance with parish, state, and federal requirements Budgeting & Cost Control Develop detailed horizontal construction budgets Solicit and level bids from site contractors Negotiate contracts and scopes of work Track committed costs vs. budget Approve pay applications and manage change orders Construction Management Oversee clearing, earthwork, underground utilities, storm systems, road construction, and final grading Coordinate inspections and testing (compaction, density, utility testing) Conduct regular site visits and progress meetings Manage construction schedule and sequencing Ensure safety and quality standards are met Troubleshoot field issues in real time Utility & Agency Coordination Coordinate with water districts, sewer authorities, and power providers Secure capacity letters and service agreements Manage utility relocations and tie-ins Ensure timely release of lots for vertical builders Builder & Stakeholder Coordination Coordinate with production homebuilders Resolve field conflicts between civil and vertical construction Maintain strong relationships with inspectors and municipal officials

Qualifications Required: 5+ years experience in civil construction or land development Strong understanding of grading, drainage, underground utilities, and roadway construction Experience managing budgets and contractor negotiations Ability to read and interpret civil construction drawings Proficiency with construction scheduling software (MS Project or similar) Strong communication and leadership skills

Preferred: Civil Engineering degree or Construction Management degree PE license (not required but valued) Experience with subdivision development Familiarity with Parish/County permitting processes Experience working with production homebuilders Strong field decision-making Schedule control Risk identification and mitigation Detail-oriented documentation Ability to balance speed with precision

Compensation Structure Base Salary: Competitive based on experience