Civil Engineer / Project Manager

Civil Engineer / Project Manager(P.E)

(Licensed P.E. Required – Civil 3D Experience Preferred)

We are a well-established, design-driven civil engineering firm urgently seeking a Civil Engineer / Project Manager (P.E) with a strong background in site development and land planning. This is a high-impact role built for professionals who want more than redlines it's your chance to take ownership of diverse commercial and infrastructure projects while working directly with clients and agencies.

Our firm has been serving the region for 30+ years, offering a stable backlog, a collaborative team environment, and real growth potential in senior leadership or business development.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• 100% in-house design leadership, no outsourcing, and no micromanagement
• $ + Aggressive bonus structure
• Diverse project load: commercial, infrastructure, site development
• Tools that work: Full Civil 3D integration, modern design workflows
• Minimum to no travel required
• Direct client and municipal interaction from day one
• Clear path to grow into senior PM or department lead
• Trusted local reputation with decades of repeat business

What We Are Looking For:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E. Required) in Tennessee or transferable license
• Registered LEED AP is a plus (Not Required)
• 4+ years of experience in commercial site design and/or land development
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, permitting, and agency coordination
• Confident communicator who can interface with clients, agencies, and internal teams
• Motivated team player looking to build a long-term career with leadership potential

Ideal Candidate Traits:

• Values project ownership and accountability
• Tired of siloed roles or repetitive designs
• Enjoys seeing projects through from concept to completion
• Brings energy, technical depth, and strong decision-making to the table
• Wants to grow with a respected firm, not just work for one

Ready to Learn More? To apply confidentially or schedule an intro call, send your resume or contact info to Jerome.brooks@gogpac.com 319-403-8714

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.