Join a nationally recognized civil engineering firm known for its commitment to innovation, collaboration, and sustainable design. With a strong presence across the Western U.S., this team is driven by a passion for shaping communities through thoughtful land development and infrastructure solutions. Engineers here work on a diverse portfolio of projects—from residential and commercial developments to complex infill and greenfield sites—while enjoying a supportive environment that fosters technical excellence, professional growth, and meaningful client relationships.
🌟 Civil Project Manager – Land DevelopmentKey Areas of FocusSite Design & LayoutDevelop comprehensive site plans using civil engineering principlesDesign grading, drainage, utility layouts, and stormwater management systemsLead the design process from concept to completionRegulatory ComplianceEnsure designs meet local, state, and federal codesSupport permitting processes and coordinate with regulatory agencies (especially in California)Project ManagementCreate and manage project schedules and budgetsTrack milestones and deliverablesCollaborate with internal teams and external stakeholdersClient InteractionUnderstand client goals and provide regular updatesAddress concerns and ensure client satisfactionAnswer technical questions and lead internal meetings to guide plan deliverablesTechnical Documentation & QA/QCProduce and review design plans, calculations, and reportsImplement quality control measures throughout the design process🧰 Daily ResponsibilitiesDraft and refine site plans using Civil 3D and AutoCADPerform calculations for grading, stormwater, and utilitiesReview and redline plans for accuracy and complianceCommunicate with clients and regulatory agenciesLead internal meetings and provide guidance on plan deliverablesCollaborate with drafters, junior engineers, and project managersParticipate in internal design reviews and QA/QC checksPrepare documentation for submittals and permitsMentor junior staff (for PE-level engineers)Attend team meetings and coordinate across disciplines🛠️ Skills & Tools

Core Skills:

Civil 3D, AutoCADCivil engineering design and draftingSite layout, grading, drainage, utility designStormwater management and hydrologyRegulatory compliance and permittingTechnical report writing and documentationQA/QC and design reviewProject management and stakeholder coordination

Project Types:

Residential, multi-family, commercial, industrial, mixed-use developmentRedevelopment, infill, and greenfield projects

Software & Tools:

Hydraflow, WSPG, BluebeamSWPPP documentationCEQA familiarity🎯 Qualifications & Attributes

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil EngineeringMinimum 5 years of experience in site design or land developmentExperience with utility improvement sets (e.g., redevelopment/infill, greenfield)Professional Engineer (PE) license or active pursuitProficiency in Civil 3D and AutoCAD

Preferred Attributes:

Strong communication and client-facing skillsAbility to manage both technical design and project coordinationDetail-oriented with a commitment to qualityAdaptable across various project types and scalesInitiative to mentor junior staff and lead design reviews (PE-level)

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $160000.00/yr.

•\tMedical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents: Two HSA programs with a $0 premium option, two PPO programs, and various dental plans
•\tFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for medical and dependent care
•\tReimbursement for out-of-pocket medical expenses (e.g., co-pays, deductibles); Up to $2050 per year for out-of-pocket medical expenses if on the company's insurance plan. If not on the plan, up to $3000 per year
•\tReimbursement for personal wellness programs (e.g., gym memberships); $100 per quarter for personal wellness expenses such as gym memberships, nutrition classes, or first aid/CPR training ( Offered every 2 years, paid for by the company)
•\tEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for counseling, legal, and financial services
•\tFitbit health incentive program; can earn up to $300/quarter for steps and active minutes

Work-Life Balance
•\tPaid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
•\tBereavement leave
•\tFlexible work arrangements

Career Development
•\tTuition and training reimbursement
•\tReimbursement for professional license and exam fees
•\tAssociation dues reimbursement
•\tMonthly in-house training sessions and access to 100+ recorded courses
•\tMentorship programs and leadership development opportunities
•\t10- talks - lunch and learns every 10th day of year

Financial Security
•\t Privately held (not an ESOP), allowing for generous and flexible bonus distributed twice a year based on company profitability, role, tenure, and individual contributions
•\tPotential for future ownership—can become key stakeholders
•\tEmployee referral bonus program
•\t401(k) with discretionary matching based on quarterly basis profit -- have been doing 50% lately up to 10% of salary on quarterly basis
•\tLife and AD&D insurance
•\tShort-term and long-term disability insurance

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tustin,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 10, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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