Civil Engineering Project Manager

We are seeking an experienced Civil Engineering Project Manager to oversee all aspects of civil engineering and geotechnical design for new store development and existing site expansion projects. This individual will manage engineering consultants, provide technical expertise throughout the site development process, and ensure projects comply with company standards as well as all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial site development, civil engineering, geotechnical coordination, permitting, cost estimating, and cross-functional project management.Key ResponsibilitiesCivil Engineering & Site DevelopmentLead the development and execution of preliminary and final civil engineering plans through external engineering consultants.Establish project direction by reviewing conceptual, preliminary, and final site plans.Ensure all engineering plans comply with company design standards, municipal codes, and permitting requirements.Oversee site-specific civil engineering, grading, drainage, utility, and geotechnical design to optimize cost, schedule, constructibility, and long-term site performance.Develop engineering solutions that improve customer experience while maintaining project profitability.Resolve permitting challenges by working with municipalities, consultants, and regulatory agencies.Provide engineering support during construction to resolve civil and geotechnical issues.Evaluate prospective development sites and provide engineering input to support real estate due diligence, negotiations, and acquisition decisions.Partner with Facilities teams to resolve engineering issues at existing locations.Travel approximately 25% to support projects throughout planning, construction, and post-opening evaluations.Project Cost ManagementDevelop and maintain conceptual and final engineering cost estimates for all projects.Prepare technical documentation and approval packages supporting business decisions throughout development and construction.Coordinate with Environmental, Construction, Real Estate, Design, Operations, Marketing, IT, and other internal stakeholders to identify project risks and budget impacts.Participate in development, pre-construction, and construction meetings while providing technical guidance and engineering recommendations.Evaluate engineering costs associated with prospective development sites.Manage civil engineering, geotechnical, and utility exploration consultants.Prepare and administer professional service agreements.Evaluate consultant performance, quality, responsiveness, and cost effectiveness.Review engineering deliverables to ensure compliance with company standards.Negotiate consultant fees, scopes of work, and change orders.Review and approve consultant invoices.Geotechnical Engineering OversightServe as the primary liaison with geotechnical consultants throughout site development.Review geotechnical reports and validate recommendations for constructability and cost effectiveness.Identify alternative engineering solutions based on subsurface conditions.Coordinate geotechnical findings with environmental and construction teams.Communicate geotechnical risks and recommendations to Real Estate, Construction, and Engineering stakeholders.Existing Store Engineering SupportInvestigate engineering issues affecting existing locations.Collaborate with Operations, Facilities, Construction, and Project teams to develop effective engineering solutions.Prepare project scopes, budgets, and implementation schedules.Track project progress and maintain engineering communication logs.Utilize the Request for Information (RFI) process to resolve engineering questions during construction.Risk Management & Regulatory ComplianceEvaluate engineering risks and long-term liability associated with site development.Interpret federal, state, and local engineering regulations and recommend compliant design solutions.Coordinate with regulatory agencies, municipalities, and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs).Assist with updating company engineering standards and procedures as regulations evolve.Provide guidance to internal stakeholders regarding engineering code interpretations and compliance requirements.Engineering Standards & Continuous ImprovementCollaborate with internal departments to improve civil engineering standards and prototype site designs.Research new construction materials, technologies, and engineering practices.Support special projects involving existing store improvements.Incorporate construction lessons learned into future design standards.Assist in maintaining and updating the company's engineering design manual and civil standards.Design Documentation & Quality ControlMaintain engineering drawings, CAD files, reports, and project documentation.Ensure adherence to company drafting standards, document control procedures, and quality assurance processes.Manage engineering file organization, naming conventions, and document retention.Review and communicate updates to prototype site designs and engineering standards.Reporting StructureReports To: Engineering ManagerDirectly Manages:Civil Engineering ConsultantsGeotechnical Engineering ConsultantsCollaborates With:ArchitectsGeneral ContractorsConstruction TeamsInternal & External RelationshipsInternal PartnersStore DevelopmentConstructionFacilitiesOperationsMarketingAccountingLegalInformation TechnologyExternal PartnersCivil Engineering FirmsGeotechnical ConsultantsArchitectsLand SurveyorsUtility ProvidersContractorsRequired QualificationsEducationBachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.ExperienceMinimum of 5 years of experience in:Civil EngineeringCommercial Site DevelopmentProject ManagementWorking knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles as they relate to commercial site development.SkillsStrong understanding of commercial site development and civil engineering practices.Experience managing engineering consultants and multidisciplinary project teams.Excellent project management and organizational skills.Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.Self-motivated and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.Proficiency with Microsoft Office.Preferred QualificationsMaster's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.7+ years of commercial civil engineering and site development experience.Experience with geotechnical engineering, subsurface design, and construction support.Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.Travel RequirementsApproximately 25% travel to project sites during planning, construction, and post-opening activities.Why Join Us?This is an opportunity to play a key role in the development of a growing, nationally recognized retail organization. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, influence site development strategy, and help deliver high-quality projects from concept through construction while making a lasting impact on the company's continued growth.#J-18808-Ljbffr