waypointjobs

Tait & Associates, Inc

Civil Engineering Senior Public Works Project Manager

rancho cordova, CA

Check who can apply and the requirements below before continuing.

About this opportunity

Tait & Associates, Inc lists this Civil Engineering Senior Public Works Project Manager opportunity in rancho cordova, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Overview

Join the TAIT Team! Welcome to TAIT, where innovation meets legacy. As a premier civil engineering, architectural design, and real estate development firm, TAIT leads the industry in designing master-planned communities, groundbreaking hospitality ventures, and cutting-edge urban infill projects. Since 1964, TAIT has worked on industrial distribution centers, transportation networks, utilities, and public works, shaping communities across the United States. We offer opportunity for career growth, comprehensive training, top-tier benefits, and a supportive work-life balance. TAIT has been recognized as a Top Workplace since 2016. We offer flexible work arrangements including remote, hybrid, or in-person options. Your future begins here at TAIT.

Position Description

The Civil Project Manager Public Works will lead our team of designers and staff to transform client dreams into reality. The role combines client liaison, civil design, and team leadership. Responsibilities include project management, preparing engineering reports and analyses, and designing plans, specifications, and cost estimates for Public Works projects and other clients. Projects may include mentoring team members on AutoCAD Civil 3D. The Project Manager will also be responsible for obtaining new Public Works business (seller-doer). We provide project managers with the flexibility and support to run and own TAIT projects.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Will assist the Director with marketing and client development for the Division.

Manage a variety of civil engineering public works projects and private land development projects.

Track project scope, budgets and schedules to ensure fulfillment of contract commitments and profitability. Identify design criteria and oversee efficient design and plan preparation.

Solve design problems using engineering calculations and following general design standards.

Establish project controls and ensure accuracy and quality in plans.

Ensure technical quality, profitability, schedule, project staff coordination, client communications and follow-up.

Spearhead public works agency project tracking and solicit new public works project opportunities.

Interface daily with our clients, develop proposals, negotiate scopes and fees, ensure timely billing and collections and change orders.

Manage project staff to include design engineers and CAD operators, with the ability to mentor junior design staff in basic engineering procedures and techniques.

This is not a full list; additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Work Experience

Proficient in AutoCAD and Civil3D.

Licensed PE in California with 10+ years of experience.

Skilled in producing accurate construction plans and reports.

Able to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision in a team environment.

Experienced in client interaction and leading diverse staff.

Strong verbal and written communication skills for clear, concise engineering information.

Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and deadline management skills; capable of training staff and ensuring quality.

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and ready to take on additional responsibilities.

Proactively communicate and build strong client relationships.

Troubleshoot and implement solutions effectively, with thorough documentation.

Minimum Education and Skills Experience

Bachelor\'s Degree in Civil Engineering

Minimum of 10 years of pertinent experience.

Proficiency in AutoCAD/Civil 3D.

High attention to detail and organizational skills

Physical/Additional Requirements

Valid and current CA driver\'s license

Drive to job sites, client meetings, or city offices for plan submittals.

Walk job site locations when needed.

Occasionally carry, lift, push, pull plans ranging from 1-20lbs.

Salary and Benefits

Salary range $130,000/yr - $150,000/yr

Benefits

TAIT invests in you by providing a comprehensive compensation and benefits program along with the opportunity for professional growth and development. Our benefits package includes health, dental, vision, employer paid life insurance, 401(k) with match, generous paid time off, and other supplemental benefits. TAIT\'s culture emphasizes kindness, with a family-oriented environment and flexibility to manage work and life. Benefits include:

Flexible Work Schedule Options - Remote, Hybrid, In-Person

Medical options including PPO and HDHP with Health Savings Accounts

Dental Plans with low deductible

Vision PPO plan

Company paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Life, Accident and Critical Illness plans

Dependent Care and Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement plan 401(k) with employer match

Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick)

Annual memberships with Strava and Headspace

Maternity and Paternity leave options

Support for professional growth and development

Corporate Lodging Program (CLC)

TAIT is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or any other legally protected status. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company will make reasonable accommodations to assist in the application process upon the request of an applicant. No question on this application is intended to secure information to be used for discriminatory purposes.

California Applicants - view the CA Privacy Notice here before submitting your application.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Worksite address

rancho cordova, CA, 95741, US

Who can apply

Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.

Ready for your next step?Apply on the official website
Apply on WhatJobs ↗

Explore related searches

Current related jobs

Ivy Health

WhatJobs

Assistant Clinic Director (BCBA)

dexter, MI

Salary not specified

State of Location: Michigan Position Summary: Our Assistant Clinic Directors partner with Clinic Directors to oversee clinic operations, sup…

Last received from source 2026-10-16View job

Sanford Health

WhatJobs

OB/GYN Opportunities in Wisconsin and Michigan

eau claire, WI

Salary not specified

Sanford Health - Marshfield Clinic is currently looking for exceptional BC/BE OB/GYN physicians to join our practice throughout our health syst…

Last received from source 2026-10-16View job

Adventist Health

WhatJobs

Family Medicine w/OB - Clearlake RHC - #2

clearlake, CA

See pay details in description

Family Medicine with Obstetrics Physician Adventist Health Clear Lake | Lake County, California Build the practice you want in a community that…

Last received from source 2026-10-16View job

Northwell Health Physician Partners

WhatJobs

Cardiothoracic / Chest Radiologist

new york, NY

Salary not specified

The Department of Radiology at Northwell Health is growing and actively seeking Cardiothoracic Radiologists to join our team with in-person, hy…

Last received from source 2026-10-16View job

Adventist Health

WhatJobs

Internal Medicine AHPN Fresno Area

fresno, CA

Salary Range: $335,000.00 - $375,000.00

About Us: Adventist Health is more than a healthcare system. We provide whole-person care to our communities and champion the greater good f…

Last received from source 2026-10-16View job

White Plains Hospital

WhatJobs

Join White Plains as a Breast Imager

new rochelle, NY

Salary: $425,000-$525,000

White Plains Hospital is one of Westchester's top health networks. As part of our team, you'll leverage cutting-edge diagnostic technology, colla…

Last received from source 2026-10-16View job