Senior Civil Project Engineer / Project Manager

Pay: $90,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a growing, design-focused civil engineering firm where your work will directly shape meaningful land development projects
• Step into a visible leadership role with the chance to manage projects, mentor staff, and build strong client relationships
• Work on diverse site development and infrastructure projects from concept through completion
• Be part of a collaborative team where quality, creativity, and attention to detail are genuinely valued
• Enjoy strong benefits, every-other-Friday off, and the opportunity for a sign-on bonus to assist with relocation for the right candidate

Location: This is an on-site role based in Charlottesville, Virginia, offering the chance to work closely with a collaborative team in one of Central Virginias most desirable markets.

Note: Must have direct experience with civil/construction plan preparation, strong Civil 3D skills, and U.S. work authorization. Candidates with stronger experience can be considered above the posted range.

About Us

We are a full-service design, planning, and engineering firm with deep local knowledge and a hands-on approach to land development. Our team partners with clients from concept through completion to bring thoughtful, high-quality projects to life with precision, creativity, and strong technical execution. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Lead civil engineering and land development projects from early planning through final delivery
• Prepare and oversee civil/construction plans, drawings, and technical documents
• Manage project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and client communication
• Serve as a key point of contact for clients, consultants, and municipal stakeholders
• Review design work for accuracy, constructability, and compliance with applicable standards and regulations
• Support land development planning, infrastructure design, and site analysis efforts
• Mentor junior team members and help elevate the quality of project execution across the team
• Contribute to proposals, client meetings, and business development efforts as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• 2+ years of civil engineering experience, ideally in land development
• Direct experience in civil/construction plan preparation
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Experience managing projects and working directly with clients
• PE license preferred; candidates actively pursuing licensure may also be considered
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
• U.S. work authorization required

Why You Will Love Working Here

We offer the opportunity to do meaningful work in a firm where your voice matters and your contributions are visible. You will join a close-knit, growth-oriented team that values collaboration, professional development, and thoughtful design. This is a chance to build your career in a leadership role while helping shape projects that impact the local community.

JPC-768

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-haves: BA degree in civil engineering or related field, Must have 2+ yrs in civil/construction plan prep + civil 3D. and U.S. work authorization

• Nice to haves: Preferred 5+ years of civil engineering experience in land development, project management experience, client-facing experience, and PE licensure or active pursuit of licensure.

• Additional context: Relocation- [YES]. Packages - [YES for right candidate]

Submissions Name / Justin - [email protected]

Quick Recruiter Reference (Internal Summary)

Small full-service civil engineering/design/planning firm in Charlottesville hiring a senior-level civil engineer/project manager. Role is heavily focused on land development, civil/construction plan prep, Civil 3D, project leadership, and client-facing execution. Strong fit for someone from a civil consulting or site development background who wants visible impact in a smaller firm.

Recruiters Submission: To submit, cancel - Senior Civil Project Engineer / Project Manager– Shrimp Engineering. - JPC 768 - Source

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• Client job title: Senior Civil Project Engineer / Project Manager

• Location: Charlottesville, VA

• On-site, hybrid, remote: On-site

• Experience: 5

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• # of hires needed: 1

• Open or not to recruiters on TE: YES

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