Civil Project Manager

Department: Civil/Municipal

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Cleveland, OH

Description

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! 

Key Responsibilities

Lead the planning, design, and execution of civil engineering projects, including: 

• - Private residential, commercial, and industrial site development 
• - Municipal roadway, utility, and infrastructure improvements
• - Commercial/retail redevelopment and expansion projects

• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and resources.
• Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, subconsultants, and internal teams.
• Prepare proposals, project work plans, fee estimates, and contract documents.
• Monitor project progress, provide updates, and ensure timely delivery of milestones.
• Provide oversight and quality control for plans, reports, calculations, and specifications.
• Guide and mentor junior engineers and designers in Civil 3D plan production.
• Review technical deliverables for compliance with local, state, and federal standards.
• Support permitting efforts, including coordination with municipalities, county agencies, and state departments.
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients throughout the project life cycle.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with municipal, private, and commercial partners.
• Facilitate regular project meetings, internal coordination, and cross‑disciplinary collaboration.

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.