Project Manager | Civil Engineering (Site Development / Public Works)

Project Manager | Civil Engineering (Site Development / Public Works) Psomas - 4.4 Santa Ana, CA Job Details Full-time $125,000 - $160,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Free parking Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee stock ownership plan Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Civil engineering Bachelor's degree Project leadership Professional Engineer Full Job Description Civil Engineering Project Manager - Site Development/Public Works Own Your Future at Psomas ! Join a 100% employee-owned firm built for long-term thinking, shared success, and meaningful impact. As our Civil Engineering Project Manager for our Site Development/Public Works team, you will lead impactful infrastructure and land development projects that serve communities across Southern California, including municipalities, school districts, higher education institutions, and civic agencies. Our work includes site development, roadway and right-of-way improvements, civil utilities, drainage infrastructure, and public improvements that strengthen and support resilient communities. This position reports to our Downtown Los Angeles office, with the flexibility to work from our Santa Clarita or Orange County offices. Why Psomas 100% employee-owned with company-funded

ESOP + 401

(k) match Hybrid and flexible work schedules Career growth, mentorship, and leadership development Collaborative, people-first culture Meaningful projects that positively impact local communities Company-paid employee parking

What You'll Do Project Leadership :

Manage multiple civil engineering projects from planning through completion

Budget & Schedule Management :

Oversee scope, budgets, schedules, staffing, and cost estimating

Technical Oversight :

Lead production of high-quality deliverables while meeting project deadlines

Team Development :

Supervise, mentor, and support engineers and technical staff

Engineering Design :

Apply expertise in grading, drainage, utilities, LID, hydrology/hydraulics, and public improvements

Client & Agency Coordination :

Maintain strong client relationships and navigate local/state regulatory requirements

Business Development :

Support proposals, interviews, RFQs/RFPs, presentations, and contract negotiations

Consultant Management :

Coordinate subconsultants and oversee contract administration Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline California PE license required 8+ years of civil engineering experience managing multidisciplinary projects 1+ years of project management experience overseeing site development or public works projects Experience delivering projects for Southern California public agencies, municipalities, or educational institutions Strong technical knowledge of civil engineering, design, practices and standards Excellent communication, leadership, and client management skills Preferred Qualifications DBIA certification or ability to obtain within 2 years

Compensation & Benefits Pay Range:

$125,000-$160,000 annually, depending on experience Discretionary bonus and recognition programs 3-4 weeks PTO plus 8 paid holidays Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement, and employee ownership benefits Professional development, career pathing, and training opportunities Our Hiring Approach Our recruiting team reviews every application personally and keeps candidates informed throughout the process. If your background aligns with our needs, we'll reach out to discuss next steps. Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to protected status under applicable law.