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Senior Civil Engineer/Project Manager

7/9/2025

The Senior Project Manager will manage and lead teams to execute civil and vertical projects while overseeing technical staff and client relations. They will also contribute to business development and ensure quality control measures are adhered to on projects.

Salary

140000 - 180000 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
About Us: Welcome to Huitt-Zollars, a 100% employee-owned professional services firm dedicated to transforming the built environment. Through our services to infrastructure and building markets, we bring innovative solutions to life through collaborative efforts that ensure success for our clients and the communities they serve. Headquartered in Dallas, TX, with offices that span east to west coast, we have the team and breadth of expertise to handle any project. LISTEN + COLLABORATE + DELIVER = SHARED SUCCESS. These principles are at the core of our business. We listen to our clients’ needs. All projects require a collaborative, focused approach to achieve innovative solutions for our clients and the communities they serve. From residential developments to bridges and roads to world-class theme parks or the local bike trail, Huitt-Zollars delivers. As a result, we share in your success. Our Mission, delivering innovative solutions that enhance the built environment, leaves a positive impact on the communities we serve. Join Us: At Huitt-Zollars, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. As a 100% employee-owned company, we are united by a shared vision of success and a commitment to continuous learning and growth. Join us in shaping the future of the built environment and embark on a fulfilling career journey. Connect with Us: Stay updated with the latest news, projects, and opportunities by following our LinkedIn page. Whether you're a potential client seeking innovative solutions or a talented professional looking to contribute to our vibrant team, Huitt-Zollars is here to listen, collaborate, deliver, and share success.
About the Role

Description

Senior Civil Engineer/Project Manager - Public Works and Federal 


Role Description: Huitt-Zollars, Inc has full-time opportunity for a Senior Civil Engineer Project Manager for our Irvine office with at least 10 years of Project Management experience with Public Works and Federal clients. Must be registered California Professional Engineer.

 

Location: Irvine, California

Employment Type: 40 FT Hours

Compensation Type: Salary

Registration(s):  Registered Professional Engineer (PE License) Required   

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering


Duties:

  • Manage and lead teams to execute civil and vertical projects.
  • Provide project engineering/design and oversight.
  • Oversee technical staff, client contact and relations, business development, and proposal preparation.
  • Grow the practices in Southern California.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Undertakes Project Manager responsibilities for major projects ($2.0+ million annual billing).
  • Prepares and follows comprehensive Project Framework Instructions and proper work planning for a project. Ensures proper staff is assigned and utilized on their projects.
  • Reviews project reports and performance metrics to track project progress and budget. Leads successful projects (profit, on-schedule, quality, satisfied client). 
  • Contributes to successful delivery and performance of projects.
  • Cultivates relationships with clients and holds strong relationships with clients.
  • Understands, follows, and enforces Huitt-Zollars' business process including weekly rhythm.
  • Takes active steps in the pursuit of winning new business or additional opportunities with existing clients and is responsible for assigned portion of office sales goal. Assists and/or leads team in pursuit of new work (repeat work, SOQ and Proposals). Develops and/or executes project Win strategy.
  • Understands and follows HZ QMS and Quality initiatives. Ensures quality control measures are being adhered to on projects and daily operations.  
  • Actively engages and participates in the training, coaching, and mentoring of junior staff.
  • Understands duties and responsibilities, possesses necessary job knowledge and technical skills, maintains job knowledge current.

Role Competencies:

  • Adaptable:  Adjusting behaviors and plans to new circumstances while maintaining a positive attitude. 
  • Manages Time and Priorities:  Maintaining focus on high priority work through thoughtful management of time and utilization of systems, tools and processes. 
  • Organizes Resources:  Fostering thoughtful utilization of human and material resources to optimize success.   
  • Sharing Information:   Conveying up-to-date information in the most efficient and useful manner to the appropriate stakeholders. 
  • Plans Effectively: Making plans for work to be accomplished in a timely manner and utilizing resources sparingly.  
  • Builds Relationships:  Showing deep interest in others and intentionally developing rapport. 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
  • Must be a Licensed Engineer (P.E.) in the state of California.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience.
  • Strong civil engineering technical skills.
  • Good communication and leadership skills.
  • Good with clients, experience in business development and proposal preparation.

This position is also required to adhere to Huitt-Zollars’ Core Value and Leadership Competencies.

 

About Huitt-Zollars:

  • Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is a privately held, 100% employee-owned leading Architectural and Engineering (A/E) firm since being established in 1975. Since then, our firm has been providing innovative planning, engineering, architectural and interior design, construction and program management, and design-build services to our clients. 
  • Located in more than 20 locations throughout 10 different US states, Huitt-Zollars holds a vision to improve the environment in which we live, work, and play. Employees/co-owners can expect to collaborate with their team, listen to client and community needs, and deliver world-class professional services. Learn more about a career with #teamHZ by viewing our LinkedIN Life page.

Benefits & Perks:

  • Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
  • Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
  • Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
  • MDLive Telehealth
  • Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability
  • 8 Paid Holidays
  • Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities
  • Paid Vacation/Annual Leave 
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements
  • Term Life / AD&D insurance
  • Cancer and Specified Disease insurance
  • Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
  • The employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Huitt-Zollars in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Currently, Huitt-Zollars does not sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.

 

Annual Base Salary Range: $172,000-$190,000 depending on experience and qualifications of the selected candidate(s). The expected salary range for this position is displayed in accordance with the California Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The final agreed upon compensation is based on the success candidate's individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and consideration to participate in our discretionary annual bonus incentive program.


Huitt-Zollars does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters without a previously signed third-party agreement. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to any Huitt-Zollars hiring manager or employee will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency submitting the unsolicited resume. Huitt-Zollars will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Human Resources team and without an active, fully executed service agreement. 


Huitt-Zollars is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or any other legally protected status. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company will make reasonable accommodations to assist in the application process upon the request of an applicant. No question on this application is intended to secure information to be used for discriminatory purposes. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 60-300.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status or disability and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Key Skills
Project ManagementCivil EngineeringLeadershipClient RelationsBusiness DevelopmentProposal PreparationQuality ControlTeam ManagementTechnical OversightCritical ThinkingCommunicationMentoringStrategic PlanningProblem SolvingRelationship Building
Benefits
Health InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceMDLive TelehealthEmployer-Paid Short- & Long-Term DisabilityPaid HolidaysPaid Vacation/Annual LeavePaid Sick LeaveTuition ReimbursementCommuter BenefitsProfessional Societies and Registrations Fee ReimbursementsTerm Life / AD&D InsuranceCancer and Specified Disease Insurance401(k)ESOP
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