Civil Project Manager - Site Development

Civil Project Manager – Site Development

Phoenix, Arizona | Hybrid

What We’re Looking For

Michael Baker International is seeking a Civil Project Manager / Senior Civil Engineer – Site Development to join our growing team in Phoenix, Arizona.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced civil engineer who is ready to take greater ownership of projects, clients, and teams. You will lead a diverse portfolio of civil engineering projects involving site development, grading, drainage, utilities, federal facilities, aviation, and public infrastructure, from planning and design through construction.

We're looking for someone who brings strong civil/site technical experience along with the ability to manage projects, develop client relationships, and mentor engineers. Whether you're an established Project Manager or a Senior Civil Engineer ready to take the next step into project leadership, we'd like to hear from you.

A hybrid work schedule is available for this position.

What You’ll Do

• Lead civil/site projects from planning and design through construction.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, quality, and overall delivery.
• Lead and coordinate engineers, technical staff, and subconsultants.
• Oversee civil design activities involving site development, grading, drainage, utilities, and related infrastructure.
• Develop and review project plans, design criteria, technical solutions, scopes, schedules, and budgets.
• Monitor project financial performance and work with leadership to support project profitability.
• Provide technical leadership, resolve project challenges, and support QA/QC efforts.
• Coordinate with public utilities, municipalities, agencies, and other jurisdictional authorities.
• Serve as a trusted client contact throughout project delivery.
• Prepare and support proposals, presentations, scopes, and other business development activities.
• Mentor and support the professional development of engineers and technical staff.
• Help strengthen and grow Michael Baker International's civil/site practice in the Phoenix market.

What You Need to Succeed

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.
• Approximately 7+ years of progressive civil engineering experience, preferably involving site or land development projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license with the ability to obtain Arizona PE registration through reciprocity within six months of hire.
• Experience with site development, grading, drainage, utilities, and/or stormwater design.
• Experience managing or supporting project scope, schedules, budgets, and technical delivery.
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD/Civil 3D.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work directly with clients and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Experience coordinating with municipalities, public utilities, regulatory agencies, or other jurisdiction authorities.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality and familiarity with QA/QC processes.
• Experience developing project scopes, proposals, or client presentations is highly desirable.
• Experience in mentoring or leading junior engineers and technical staff is preferred.
• Federal/DoD, aviation, mining, construction management, and Design-Build experience are a plus, but not required.

Compensation

The approximate compensation range for this position is $103,532.00 - $163,077 per year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

Why Choose Us

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional and personal development
• Generous paid time off
• Commuter and wellness benefits