Project Manager - Public Infrastructure at LJA

Frisco, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Public Infrastructure Design, Water and Wastewater Systems, Drainage Design, Construction Plan Development, Client Relationship Management, Budgeting and Billing, Team Leadership, Mentoring, Agency Approval Coordination, Technical Reporting, Resource Prioritization, Cross-disciplinary Collaboration, CAD Management

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

WHAT LJA HAS TO OFFER LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services. WHAT MAKES LJA DIFFERENT At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide: * Employee-owned. Client-focused * Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) * Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace * Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry * We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach * Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth * We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication * We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact POSITION OVERVIEW: 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. A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE: * 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 REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS: * Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering from an ABET-accredited program * Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Texas REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: * 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 IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE: * Experience managing multiple concurrent projects with varying levels of complexity * Comfort leading teams and coordinating across disciplines * Strong organizational and prioritization skills LEVEL UP WITH LJA At LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here. * 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. To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA Engineering, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.

Responsibilities

Manage public infrastructure projects including water, wastewater, and drainage systems while ensuring contract requirements are met. Lead and mentor technical staff in developing construction plans and maintain strong relationships with clients and agencies.