Project Engineer Design Manager

Project Engineer / Design Manager

(Senior Project Manager track available)
Location: Arlington Texas
Company: Graham Associates Inc.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Represented by: Luxus Group Recruiting

About Graham Associates Inc.

Graham Associates Inc. is a well-established Texas-based civil engineering planning and surveying firm headquartered in Arlington. For decades Graham has played a key role in shaping North Texas communities through the delivery of public infrastructure roadway municipal utility drainage and land development projects for both public agencies and private-sector clients.

What differentiates Graham is its hands-on leadership model strong client relationships and long-tenured technical staff. Engineers at Graham are trusted to own their projects end-to-endclient relationships budgets schedules quality and staff developmentrather than operating in narrow silos. The firm is known for producing high-quality practical designs while maintaining a collaborative accountability-driven culture that values responsiveness professionalism and mentorship.

This role offers the opportunity to step into a true leadership position with direct influence over clients project teams and the continued growth of the firm.

Position Overview

Graham Associates is seeking a Project Engineer / Design Manager to lead civil engineering projects across a diverse portfolio of public and private clients. This individual will serve as both a technical leader and client-facing project manager responsible for overseeing design quality managing budgets and schedules mentoring staff and supporting business development efforts.

The ideal candidate brings strong civil engineering fundamentals proven project management experience and the ability to build trust with clients staff and stakeholders. This role is well-suited for engineers who enjoy owning projects from conception through completion and who want a clear path toward senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Lead and oversee civil engineering design for projects including roadways site development drainage water and wastewater systems.

• Define project scope goals schedules and deliverables in collaboration with clients and internal teams.

• Maintain full accountability for project performance from initial concept through final delivery.

Project Management & Financial Oversight

• Manage project budgets staffing plans schedules and resource allocation.

• Ensure timely billing monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding invoices.

• Submit and manage approved change orders prior to commencing additional work.

Technical Oversight & Quality Control

• Review all plans specifications calculations and work products prior to submittal.

• Ensure designs meet applicable municipal state and regulatory requirements.

• Interface with survey crews and field teams to ensure accuracy and quality of deliverables.

Client & Business Development

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients maintaining frequent and proactive communication.

• Build and nurture long-term client relationships while supporting new business development.

• Assist in the preparation of proposals RFQs and RFP responses.

Team Leadership & Mentorship

• Lead and manage engineers EITs technicians and analysts through project assignments and career development.

• Mentor junior staff and set clear expectations for performance accountability and professional growth.

• Promote a collaborative team environment that supports quality efficiency and continuous improvement.

Senior Project Manager Track

Candidates qualifying as Senior Project Managers will:

• Have 7 years of experience performing project management at a consistently high level.

• Demonstrate advanced client management financial oversight and staff leadership capabilities.

• Serve as a key contributor to firm leadership project strategy and client expansion efforts.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

• 7 years of progressive civil engineering and project management experienc
  

• Strong experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Excellent communication time management and organizational skills

• Strong client-facing presence with a commitment to responsiveness and professionalism

• Proven ability to lead mentor and develop technical staff

Compensation & Benefits

• Project Engineer / Design Manager: $135000 $165000

• Senior Project Manager: $160000 $190000 depending on experience and performance

These ranges are intentionally positioned above typical DFW-market civil PM compensation to attract high-performing leaders with long-term growth potential.

Additional Benefits

• Competitive health dental and vision insurance

• Paid time off and paid holidays

• Performance-based bonuses

• Professional development and licensure support

• Stable workload with strong backlog of projects

• Long-term leadership and growth opportunities within the firm

Why Join Graham Associates

• Leadership role with real ownership of projects and clients

• Strong reputation across North Texas municipalities and private developers

• Collaborative accountability-driven culture

• Opportunity to mentor and shape the next generation of engineers

• Stable firm with consistent work and long-standing client relationships

• Clear path toward senior leadership for high performers

Required Experience:

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