Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Civil Project Manager

Architecture & Civil EngineeringUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeCleveland, OH, USA$120k - $135k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field is required.
At least 10 years of civil engineering experience with increasing responsibility is required.
Demonstrated experience managing civil/site development and/or municipal projects is required.
Strong proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D and common engineering design tools is required.
The ability to manage budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams is required.
A Professional Engineering License is preferred.
Experience with Michigan municipal standards, agency permitting, and development review processes is preferred.
Knowledge of hydrologic/hydraulic modeling tools such as HEC-RAS, SWMM, or HydroCAD is preferred.
Experience working directly with private developers, commercial clients, and municipal departments is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and resources to align with client expectations and organizational standards.
Oversee the full lifecycle of civil engineering projects, from early planning and feasibility through design, permitting, and execution.
Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, subconsultants, and internal teams to support clear communication and timely decision-making.
Prepare proposals, scopes of work, fee estimates, and contract documents for new and ongoing projects.
Monitor project progress, track milestones, and ensure on-time delivery of design packages and submittals.
Lead project meetings, maintain documentation, and proactively identify and resolve project risks or issues.
Provide technical direction for site design, stormwater management, and utility design across a variety of project types.
Conduct quality control reviews of engineering plans, reports, and calculations prepared by the project team.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and internal quality assurance and quality control standards.
Support and guide permitting efforts, including preparing submittals, responding to review comments, and coordinating with approving authorities.
Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers by providing technical feedback, training, and professional development support.
Collaborate with senior engineers, discipline leads, and computer-aided design staff to deliver coordinated, high-quality design packages.
Foster a collaborative team environment that supports innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Desired Qualifications

A Professional Engineering License is preferred.
Experience with Michigan municipal standards, agency permitting, and development review processes is preferred.
Knowledge of hydrologic/hydraulic modeling tools such as HEC-RAS, SWMM, or HydroCAD is preferred.
Experience working directly with private developers, commercial clients, and municipal departments is preferred.

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award-winning, full-service consulting firm that offers a wide array of services including civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying and construction support. Our talented staff of more than 650+ professionals deliver integrated planning, design, engineering and construction solutions.

Due to MSG's continued growth, a new opening is available for a Civil Project Manager to assist with our projects in Cleveland, OH!

Project Management & Leadership

Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and resources, ensuring alignment with client expectations and organizational standards.
Oversee the full lifecycle of civil engineering projects, from early planning and feasibility through design, permitting, and execution.
Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, subconsultants, and internal teams, ensuring clear communication and timely decision‑making.
Prepare proposals, scopes of work, fee estimates, and contract documents for new and ongoing projects.
Monitor project progress, track milestones, and ensure on‑time delivery of design packages and submittals.
Lead project meetings, maintain documentation, and proactively identify and resolve project risks or issues.

Technical Oversight & Quality Control

Provide technical direction for site design, stormwater management, and utility design across a variety of project types.
Conduct quality control reviews of engineering plans, reports, and calculations prepared by the project team.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as internal QA/QC standards.
Support and guide permitting efforts, including preparation of submittals, responses to review comments, and coordination with approving authorities.

Team Development & Collaboration

Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers, providing technical feedback, training, and professional development support.
Collaborate closely with senior engineers, discipline leads, and CAD staff to deliver coordinated, high‑quality design packages.
Foster a collaborative team environment that supports innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
10+ years of civil engineering experience, with increasing responsibility.
Demonstrated experience managing civil/site development and/or municipal projects.
Strong proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D and common engineering design tools.
Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and multi‑disciplinary teams.
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

PREFERED SKILLS

Professional Engineering License (preferred)
Experience with Michigan municipal standards, agency permitting, and development review processes.
Knowledge of hydrologic/hydraulic modeling tools (HEC‑RAS, SWMM, HydroCAD, etc.).
Experience working directly with private developers, commercial clients, and municipal departments.

About the Company

Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Trilon Group provides infrastructure consulting in transportation, water, and municipal systems in the Mid-Atlantic region. It works by partnering with local governments, municipalities, and private clients to deliver planning, design support, and project management through fee-based engagements, expanding capabilities through alliances with firms like Rinker Design Associates and Wilson Engineers. The company differentiates itself with a platform-style growth approach backed by private equity and a People First culture focused on talent development. Its goal is to expand service offerings and market presence in the Mid-Atlantic by building scalable partnerships and using capital to support growth.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)
Total funding: $200M
Headquarters: Denver, CO
Founded: 2021

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