Civil Engineering Project Manager (PE), Public Works & Local Infrastructure

Halff Associates, Inc.
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Dallas
8144 Walnut Hill Lane (Show on map)
Apr 08, 2026
Description Civil Engineering Project Manager (PE), Public Works & Local Infrastructure, Dallas, Fort Worth, Frisco, or Richardson, TX Halff has an opening for a Public Works Civil Engineer, with their Texas PE License, to be our Project Manager with our Public Works & Local Infrastructure team based out of one of our DFW area offices (Dallas, Fort Worth, Frisco, or Richardson, TX). The ideal candidate would have at least 5 years of experience in municipal roadway, drainage, and water & wastewater utility design, with 3 years of project management experience. This position requires strong design experience and project manager skills. This position offers an excellent career development opportunity for someone looking to grow with Halff, with potential for not only business and personal growth, but ownership in the firm. What you will do: Manage projects from planning through delivery, collaborating with project members, multi-practice teams, subconsultants and other stakeholders to make sure deliverables, requirements, schedules, costs and meeting plans are communicated. Assist in development and management of project scopes, budgets, and schedules. Responsible for managing and overseeing the design and construction of municipal roadway, trails, drainage, and water/wastewater utility projects. Conduct and manage design and plan production. Manage quality assurance and control analysis to ensure projects meet or exceed client expectations and Halff requirements and comply with recognized standards and codes of practice. Apply technical expertise appropriately by understanding project specific standards, criteria, deliverables and best practices. Manage clients and supervise technical staff. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external clients, understanding their needs, and ensuring client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle. Support in preparation of proposals and RFQs. Monitor project budgets, allocate resources effectively, and identify opportunities to optimize project efficiency and profitability. Provide mentorship and technical guidance to engineers, EITs, and technical staff, fostering a culture of trust and collaboration within project team. What you will need: Bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering or ABET accredited equivalent engineering degree Professional Engineer (PE) License in Texas At least 5 to 10 years of experience in municipal infrastructure design (minimum 3 years of Project Management experience) Experience in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and general knowledge of local criteria including NCTCOG and/or TxDOT Strong technical knowledge in municipal transportation and infrastructure design Experience in trail/shared use path design is preferred Ability to manage transportation, drainage, or water and wastewater projects and lead/mentor staff AutoCAD Civil 3D experience is required Experience managing design and plan production Ability to manage clients and supervise technical staff Strong communication skills, both written and verbal A positive attitude, be self-directed yet a team player, and have a focus on quality, integrity and success The Halff Public Works & Local Infrastructure Advantage Diverse and interdisciplinary teams can manage projects from inception through completion Halff's Context Sensitive Solutions (CSS) experts ensure projects are designed in a manner sensitive to the environment and its context, without cost increases Our QA/QC Program is designed to achieve high-quality deliverables Learn more about Halff's Public Works & Local Infrastructure services, check out some of our projects, and meet our team Halff Public Works & Local Infrastructure Services Public Infrastructure Transportation/Roadway Water and Wastewater Drainage Water Resources Facilities Parks and Trails Construction Management and Inspection Asset Management Traffic and ITS SUE/Survey Company Overview: Halff is a full-service infrastructure consulting firm planned, designed, engineered, constructed - and purposed - for people. Since 1950, we've been creating smart solutions that improve lives and communities by turning ideas into reality. Halff was founded on a core tenet: Focus on people, treat them well, and success will follow. It's no wonder, then, that our employees and the culture they create result in our firm consistently being named a Top Workplace in America. Our industry-leading professionals collaborate to meet tough challenges in creative ways. You can view Halff's full complement of services here Halff has more than 30 offices in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Florida, Arkansas, Arizona and Georgia. For a full list of our locations, click here We offer excellent benefits, including but not limited to: Medical, dental, prescription and life insurance Long-term and short-term disability insurance Paid time off (PTO) and 8 company paid holidays (and Veteran's Day for our veterans) Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Health Savings Account (HSA) 529 College Savings Plan Flexible spending accounts (FSA) Employee Assistance Plan Click here for a more comprehensive list of Halff's benefits Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. Halff is a drug-free workplace. This offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a clear drug screen and background check prior to your first day of employment. This position may be subject to random drug testing pursuant to federal regulations. #ExpProf Qualifications Education Bachelors of Civil Engineering (required) Experience 3 years: Project Management experience in municipal infrastructure design (required) 5 years: Experience in municipal infrastructure design (required) Licenses & Certifications Professional Engineer (required) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.