Project Manager - Civil Engineering

Giffels Webster has an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join our Detroit Headquarters, working on several high-profile urban land development projects that are contributing to the revitalization of the City of Detroit.

The ideal candidate will possess the ability to work independently on various engineering projects and assist a wide variety of client types from architects, developers, property owners, real estate professionals, lawyers and municipalities. You will work directly with our clients, leading the team toward the successful completion of the project. You will work in a team environment, leading project engineers and technicians on a variety of tasks.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Successful delivery of civil engineering services
• Coordinating with managers of other disciplines
• Facilitates and manages the overall civil engineering services of a project
• QA/QC
• Leads staff and oversees their workload
• Coordinates design with other departments all while maintaining the client relationship
• Manage project schedules and prepare monthly invoices
• Ensure all aspects of our projects are properly completed and profitable

What we offer:

• Competitive Salaries
• Medical/Vision/Dental insurance
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off: Vacation, Sick time, Holidays, Birthday
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development and Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonus Program

In-person collaboration and mentoring are paramount to the success of this position. With experience and the approval of your supervisor, you could earn the ability to work a hybrid schedule, up to two days per week remotely and three days in the office.

About us:

Come join our flexible and dedicated team, which was voted one of the Top Workplaces to work for seven years in a row (2017-2023) by the Detroit Free Press and most recently a Best Places to Work by Crain's Detroit in 2024 and 2025.

Giffels Webster has a strong commitment to using multi-disciplinary approaches to making communities better. We are seeking team members who support context-sensitive solutions to project and client needs. If you are looking to put your skills to work with a highly motivated and highly qualified team, we want to hear from you!

Note to Recruitment Agencies:

Only direct applicants will be accepted, unless a placement agreement is in place. If no placement agreement is in place at time of candidate submission, no fee will be due and no fee will be paid. Please do not forward resumes to our team members, partners or any company location.

Minimum qualifications:

• You have an engineering degree from an ABET accredited university or equivalent amount of applicable experience
• At least 6 years of professional engineering experience
• Must have experience in AutoCAD software

Preferred qualifications:

• PE licensure in Michigan (or seeking to obtain)
• Experience in Civil3D
• Experience with green infrastructure design and stormwater modeling in SWMM is preferred, but not required