Civil Project Manager

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc.

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc.

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Posted on Apr 25, 2026
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The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award-winning, full-service consulting firm that offers a wide array of services including civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying and construction support. Our talented staff of more than 650+ professionals deliver integrated planning, design, engineering and construction solutions.

Due to MSG's continued growth, a new opening is available for a Civil Project Manager to assist with our projects in Cleveland, OH!
Department
Civil/Municipal
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Cleveland, OH
Workplace type
Onsite

Key Responsibilities


Project Management & Leadership
  • Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and resources, ensuring alignment with client expectations and organizational standards.
  • Oversee the full lifecycle of civil engineering projects, from early planning and feasibility through design, permitting, and execution.
  • Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, subconsultants, and internal teams, ensuring clear communication and timely decision‑making.
  • Prepare proposals, scopes of work, fee estimates, and contract documents for new and ongoing projects.
  • Monitor project progress, track milestones, and ensure on‑time delivery of design packages and submittals.
  • Lead project meetings, maintain documentation, and proactively identify and resolve project risks or issues.
Technical Oversight & Quality Control
  • Provide technical direction for site design, stormwater management, and utility design across a variety of project types.
  • Conduct quality control reviews of engineering plans, reports, and calculations prepared by the project team.
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as internal QA/QC standards.
  • Support and guide permitting efforts, including preparation of submittals, responses to review comments, and coordination with approving authorities.
Team Development & Collaboration
  • Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers, providing technical feedback, training, and professional development support.
  • Collaborate closely with senior engineers, discipline leads, and CAD staff to deliver coordinated, high‑quality design packages.
  • Foster a collaborative team environment that supports innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.


Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
  • 10+ years of civil engineering experience, with increasing responsibility.
  • Demonstrated experience managing civil/site development and/or municipal projects.
  • Strong proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D and common engineering design tools.
  • Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and multi‑disciplinary teams.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
PREFERED SKILLS
  • Professional Engineering License (preferred)
  • Experience with Michigan municipal standards, agency permitting, and development review processes.
  • Knowledge of hydrologic/hydraulic modeling tools (HEC‑RAS, SWMM, HydroCAD, etc.).
  • Experience working directly with private developers, commercial clients, and municipal departments.

Benefits

  • 401(k) w/ company match
  • Health insurance w/ HSA option, Vision, Dental, Life
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Catalytic Coaching - Employees draft a development plan aimed at improving contributions in their current job and increasing the potential for other opportunities. MSG is all about bringing out the best in people at work!
It is the policy of our company to follow equal employment opportunity procedures in compliance with federal, state and local criteria. We will provide all applicants for employment, and all employees, with equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, arrest record, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, and/or any other protected classes covered by any local, state and federal laws.

About The Mannik & Smith Group

As one of the premier multi-disciplined consulting firms, we work with an exclusive collection of some of the best and fastest growing private entities, municipalities and governmental agencies in the region, nation and around the globe.

Our Hiring Process

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