Civil Engineering Project Manager & Team Leader

Civil Engineering Project Manager & Team Leader

Future Civil Engineering Department Leader

Location: Long Beach, CA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Required License: Active CA PE

QUICK SUMMARY

Moran Consulting Corporation is seeking a high-performing Civil Engineering Project Manager & Team Leader to lead Southern California land development projects, manage and develop engineering staff, drive business development, and help build the future of our Civil Engineering Department.

This role is ideal for a licensed California PE who wants more than project management: the opportunity to build a team, create scalable systems, develop future leaders, and grow a thriving engineering practice.

What You'll Do

• Lead approx. 10 active land development projects
• Serve as Project Manager and Engineer of Record
• Manage and mentor 4–8 engineers/designers
• Drive business development and proposal preparation
• Leadership Focus
• Build a scalable Civil Engineering Department
• Manage budgets, schedules, QA/QC, profitability
• Grow client, developer, agency, and consultant relationships
• Use Deltek Vantagepoint for forecasting and management

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Base Salary $140,000 – $190,000 annually, depending on experience, leadership capability, technical expertise, and business development performance.

Incentives Performance bonus program tied to department/project KPIs and leadership results.

Benefits Medical insurance paid 100% for employee, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, flexible scheduling, and professional development support.

KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS

Business Development:

• $125K awarded work in first 90 days; pipeline >$1.2M; backlog >$375K; >50% proposal win rate.

Financial Performance:

• $1.2M–$3M annual revenue managed; AR 15% project profitability.

Team Leadership:

• Lead 4–8 engineers/designers; 85% team utilization; 50% personal utilization; staff development and retention.

Project Delivery:

• On-time delivery, QA/QC compliance, client satisfaction, and effective scope/change-order management.

WHY THIS ROLE IS DIFFERENT

• This is a leadership and growth role, not a traditional PM position.
• A highly successful candidate can position themselves to lead Moran Consulting Corporation’s Civil Engineering Department within three years.

ABOUT MORAN CONSULTING CORPORATION

Moran Consulting Corporation provides Civil Engineering and Land Surveying services throughout Southern California. We help landowners, developers, agencies, and contractors maximize the beneficial use of land through accurate surveying, thoughtful engineering, and responsive client service.

Typical Projects

• Urban infill subdivisions; tentative and final maps
• Mobile home park expansions and utility upgrades
• Grading, drainage, water, sewer, and storm drain improvements
• Street improvements, public infrastructure, entitlement support

Core Values

• Integrity Above All Else;
• Accountability & Ownership
• Technical Excellence;
• Responsive Client Service
• Continuous Improvement; Teamwork & Respect
• Long-Term Relationships

OBJECTIVES

Lead Projects & Clients

• Manage projects from proposal through closeout
• Oversee scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client satisfaction
• Coordinate agency approvals and entitlement processing
• Attend client, agency, Planning Commission, and City Council meetings

Lead People & Growth

• Mentor engineers/designers and establish accountability
• Prepare proposals, scopes, and fee estimates
• Identify and pursue new opportunities
• Improve systems, resource planning, and scalability

COMPETENCIES

• Leadership & Accountability; Team Development & Coaching; Client Relationship Management
• Technical excellence in land development; advanced Civil 3D proficiency; ability to serve as Engineer of Record
• Business development, financial management, communication, collaboration, and continuous improvement

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Required

• Active California Professional Engineer (PE)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• 7+ years of civil engineering experience
• Southern California land development experience
• Experience managing staff, preparing proposals, and using Civil 3D

Preferred

• Urban infill subdivision experience
• Mobile home park expansion experience
• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license
• Existing Southern California developer relationships
• Experience managing 4–8 direct reports

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work in an office environment, use standard office equipment, and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally visit project sites and attend client/agency meetings; reasonable accommodations may be made.

APPLY

If you are a California PE who wants to lead projects, grow a team, build client relationships, and help shape the future of a growing engineering firm, submit your resume to: mcardenas@moran-corp.com.

Pay: $140,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person