Civil Engineer – Project Manager

Michael Baker International

. Manage and deliver civil engineering projects from scoping through design and construction-phase support .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeAlexandria • Virginia • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $131,015 - $226,967 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing civil engineering projects, including scope, schedule, budget, and quality management, while fostering collaboration and mentoring within multidisciplinary teams. Proficient in client service and business development, with a strong focus on technical delivery and regulatory compliance.

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Civil Engineering Project ManagementProfessional Engineer (PE) LicenseClient Service and Business DevelopmentMultidisciplinary Team CoordinationSite Development and Stormwater Management

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Hard Skills

Project ScopingBudget ManagementQuality ManagementEngineering Studies ReviewHydrology/Hydraulics KnowledgeStormwater DesignErosion and Sediment ControlGrading and DrainageUtility CoordinationCost Estimation

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsLeadership SkillsRelationship ManagementMentoringCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Civil 3DAutoCADMicroStationOpenRoadsProject Delivery Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) LicenseVirginia PE (Preferred)Maryland PE (Plus)

Industry Keywords

Civil EngineeringWater ResourcesMunicipal InfrastructureFederal PermittingState PermittingCommercial ClientsInstitutional ClientsTechnical MemorandaConstruction SupportRegulatory Agency Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and deliver civil engineering projects from scoping through design and construction-phase support
Support larger, more complex multidisciplinary projects as the civil discipline task lead or a key civil team member
Develop and manage project scopes, work plans, schedules, budgets, staffing, quality, and invoicing
Oversee preparation and review of engineering studies, calculations, reports, plans, specifications, and cost estimates
Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, subconsultants, and internal technical teams
Identify and resolve technical, schedule, budget, and resource issues during project delivery
Mentor junior engineers and designers and support a collaborative team environment
Support client service and business development through proposal support, scope and fee development, interviews, and relationship management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field
12+ years of progressive experience in civil engineering, water resources, project delivery, and client service
Professional Engineer (PE) license required
Virginia PE preferred, or ability to obtain within 6 months
Maryland PE is a plus
Experience managing civil engineering assignments and coordinating multidisciplinary teams
Strong understanding of scope, schedule, budget, forecasting, invoicing, and quality management
Experience serving municipal, state, federal, commercial, or institutional clients
Strong communication, leadership, and relationship-management skills
Ability to manage multiple assignments while maintaining quality and responsiveness
Experience with site development, stormwater management, drainage, green infrastructure, and municipal infrastructure
Strong understanding of civil project delivery from planning through construction support
Experience reviewing engineering studies, technical memoranda, calculations, plans, specifications, and cost estimates
Working knowledge of hydrology/hydraulics, stormwater design, erosion and sediment control, grading, drainage, and utility coordination
Familiarity with Civil 3D, AutoCAD, MicroStation/OpenRoads (preferred, not required), and standard project delivery tools
Familiarity with local, state, and federal permitting and agency coordination
Equal employment eligibility; pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability coverage
Professional and personal development opportunities
Generous paid time off
Commuter and wellness benefits
Flexible, hybrid WFH and in-office policy