Salem Area PE Opportunity | Partnership Potential

Project Manager – Site/Civil Engineering (PE)

$90,000–$180,000 | Leadership Opportunity | Long-Term Career Growth

If you're a licensed Civil Engineer looking for the next step in your career, this is an opportunity to join a well-established engineering consulting firm with a strong reputation, a healthy project backlog, and opportunities for professional growth.

This firm is seeking a Project Manager who enjoys leading land development projects, mentoring engineers, and building lasting client relationships. If you're looking for a company where your work is recognized and you can continue developing your career, this role is worth exploring.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses
• Potential partnership track for the right person
• Strong project backlog supporting continued growth
• High employee retention with many team members having 10+ years of tenure
• Collaborative culture with direct access to firm leadership
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) and Roth retirement plans with company matching
• Generous paid time off and support for work-life balance
• Fitness membership and wellness benefits
• Pet insurance options
• Employee referral bonus program
• Company-sponsored team events throughout the year

Responsibilities

• Manage land development projects from planning through construction
• Lead the design of site layouts, grading, drainage, utilities, stormwater management, and erosion control systems
• Oversee zoning approvals and land development permitting
• Perform hydraulic and hydrologic analyses
• Prepare and review engineering plans, reports, and technical documentation
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and design staff
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and client relationships
• Coordinate with municipalities, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams
• Conduct site visits and field inspections as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in site/civil engineering or land development
• Strong background in grading design, stormwater management, and permitting
• Proficiency with AutoCAD
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects

Preferred Qualifications

• Civil 3D experience
• HydroCAD experience
• Technical writing experience
• Experience mentoring engineers or leading project teams

Compensation

$90,000–$180,000, based on experience, qualifications, and licensing.

Interested?

If you're interested in learning more about this opportunity—or simply curious about what's available in today's market—I would be happy to have a confidential conversation.

David Meyer

Civil Engineering Recruiter

GPAC | Growing People and Companies

david.meyer@gogpac.com

(605) 610-4543

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.