Project Manager - Public Infrastructure

LJA • Fort Worth, TX

12d

About The Position

As a Project Manager at LJA Land Development, you will manage
public infrastructure projects that may include water and wastewater systems, drainage, and local infrastructure work. This role is responsible for fulfilling all requirements of project contracts and applying advanced engineering principles and practices to deliver high-quality project outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Texas
• 6+ years of engineering experience
• Experience managing public infrastructure projects
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong working relationships

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects with varying levels of complexity
• Comfort leading teams and coordinating across disciplines
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills

Responsibilities

• Leading and mentoring EITs, designers, and CAD staff in the development of construction plans, exhibits, reports, and technical deliverables
• Managing daily project operations, including design, construction support, and agency approval efforts
• Planning, coordinating, and directing large, complex projects or multiple smaller projects simultaneously
• Managing project scope, fees, schedules, deliverables, billing, and collections
• Coordinating directly with clients and maintaining strong client relationships
• Collaborating with other LJA disciplines and external consultants
• Prioritizing multiple work assignments with minimal supervision

Benefits

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level