Senior Project Manager - Civil Engineering

SCJ Alliance is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic senior-level civil engineer with a strong background in project management to join our expanding team in Boulder Colorado. If you thrive in a collaborative fast-paced setting and want to contribute to meaningful projects across a variety of markets wed love to hear from you.

Our projects are broad in scope and detail-oriented encompassing both public and private developments ranging from educational and residential spaces to municipal infrastructure industrial sites and transportation corridors. Youll have the opportunity to lead innovative design efforts that directly shape Boulder-area communities and beyond. Were looking for a forward-thinking professional who bringsstrong leadership problem-solving ability and technical expertise. If youre ready to advance your career with a company that champions growth teamwork and service to the community this may be your next great move.

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Who we are

As a 100% employee-owned company at SCJ we embrace serving not only our clients but also each other. SCJ is a dynamic creative company that specializes in civil engineering transportation planning & design environmental & urban planning landscape architecture & design construction management and public outreach. We are seeking an energetic and skilled senior-level professional to provide technical oversight and project management expertise as we develop and execute a wide variety of projects. We routinely and easily cross job description lines in order to be part of getting something done. Our fast-paced fun and flexible atmosphere offers the opportunity for meaningful work that challenges you makes a difference and improves communities.

Project Managers at SCJ are energetic and skilled senior-level professionals who provide technical oversight and project management expertise on a variety of projects. Independence and initiative are critical as project managers must move projects forward with minimal oversight. This position requires skills to facilitate project development and execution coordinate effectively with stakeholders and supervise technical staff.

What our projects may include

• • Educational Industrial and Public Facilities
  • Commercial Development
  • Residential Housing
  • Municipal Infrastructure
  • Site grading and utility design for affordable housing
  • Multimodal trail design
  • Stormwater Design

What youll be doing

• Lead Impactful Projects: Oversee meaningful community-focused work from parks and trail development to affordable housing and residential neighborhoods.
• Lead Project Strategy: Define clear goals standards and processes in line with SCJ Alliance policies.
• Manage Project Workflows: Create and adapt work plans to ensure timely and efficient delivery.
• Oversee Daily Operations: Coordinate tasks and teams to keep projects moving smoothly and on schedule.
• Build Client Partnerships: Develop and maintain strong working relationships that support long-term collaboration.
• Facilitate Team & Client Meetings: Lead effective focused meetings that promote communication and progress.
• Mentor & Supervise: Guide engineering staff and oversee CAD technician work to ensure quality results.
• Handle Documentation: Initiate and manage all required project documentation from kickoff to closeout.
• Manage Budgets: Track and control project budgets with accuracy and accountability.
• Identify New Work: Engage with clients to uncover new opportunities and contribute to business growth.
• Support Proposals & Presentations: Assist in developing proposals and presenting to secure future projects.
• Communicate Effectively: Share ideas clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats.
• Operate with Independence: Show initiative and self-direction in moving work forward with minimal oversight.
• Ensure Contract Alignment: Monitor the financial aspects of contracts to support both company and client interests.
• Maintain Quality Standards: Conduct thorough QA/QC and peer reviews on design work and technical documents.
  

What you bring

• A passion for serving others communication creativity and a commitment to high-quality work.
• A PE license and a bachelors degree in civil engineering or equivalent.
• 15 years of progressively responsible transportation engineering experience.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification desired.

What we bring

• An unbeatable culture! An autonomous and collaborative work environment exceptional operational support creative and supportive co-workers and a compassionate leadership team. Plus other fun stuff including firm-wide partiesmugshots gold-medal virtual baking classes fitness challenges fantasy football league trivia nights and a variety of other creative ways we have found to come together and hang out despite our offices being spread across and beyond Washington state.
• Quality projects. We pursue work that improves communities challenges us and makes a difference.
• Community involvement opportunities and a charitable matching program.
• Paid time off: paid vacation/sick time paid holidays and a floating holiday.
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) & employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• Health disability and other insurance plan options to fit your needs. Including HSA and FSA plans.

This is not a remote position.