Senior Project Manager - Civil Engineering

SCJ Alliance • Boulder, Colorado, United States • 6m ago

SCJ Alliance is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic senior-level civil engineer with a strong background in project management to join our expanding team in one of our Colorado offices (Boulder, Silverthorne, Crested Butte). If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced setting and want to contribute to meaningful projects across a variety of markets, we’d love to hear from you.

Our projects are broad in scope and detail-oriented, encompassing both public and private developments, ranging from educational and residential spaces to municipal infrastructure, industrial sites, and transportation corridors. You’ll have the opportunity to lead innovative design efforts that directly shape Boulder-area communities and beyond. We’re looking for a forward-thinking professional who brings strong leadership, problem-solving ability, and technical expertise. If you’re ready to advance your career with a company that champions growth, teamwork, and service to the community, this may be your next great move.

Think we’d be a good fit? Send us your resume — we’re excited to meet you!

Who we are

As a 100% employee-owned company, at SCJ we embrace serving not only our clients but also each other. SCJ is a dynamic, creative company that specializes in civil engineering, transportation planning & design, environmental & urban planning, landscape architecture & design, construction management, and public outreach. We are seeking an energetic and skilled senior-level professional to provide technical oversight and project management expertise as we develop and execute a wide variety of projects. We routinely and easily cross job description lines in order to be part of getting something done. Our fast-paced, fun, and flexible atmosphere offers the opportunity for meaningful work that challenges you, makes a difference, and improves communities.

Project Managers at SCJ are energetic and skilled senior-level professionals who provide technical oversight and project management expertise on a variety of projects. Independence and initiative are critical as project managers must move projects forward with minimal oversight. This position requires skills to facilitate project development and execution, coordinate effectively with stakeholders, and supervise technical staff.

What our projects may include

Educational, Industrial, and Public Facilities
Commercial Development
Residential Housing
Municipal Infrastructure
Site grading and utility design for affordable housing
Multimodal trail design
Stormwater Design

What you'll be doing

Lead Impactful Projects: Oversee meaningful, community-focused work, from parks and trail development to affordable housing and residential neighborhoods.
Lead Project Strategy: Define clear goals, standards, and processes in line with SCJ Alliance policies.
Manage Project Workflows: Create and adapt work plans to ensure timely and efficient delivery.
Oversee Daily Operations: Coordinate tasks and teams to keep projects moving smoothly and on schedule.
Build Client Partnerships: Develop and maintain strong working relationships that support long-term collaboration.
Facilitate Team & Client Meetings: Lead effective, focused meetings that promote communication and progress.
Mentor & Supervise: Guide engineering staff and oversee CAD technician work to ensure quality results.
Handle Documentation: Initiate and manage all required project documentation, from kickoff to closeout.
Manage Budgets: Track and control project budgets with accuracy and accountability.
Identify New Work: Engage with clients to uncover new opportunities and contribute to business growth.
Support Proposals & Presentations: Assist in developing proposals and presenting to secure future projects.
Communicate Effectively: Share ideas clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats.
Operate with Independence: Show initiative and self-direction in moving work forward with minimal oversight.
Ensure Contract Alignment: Monitor the financial aspects of contracts to support both company and client interests.
Maintain Quality Standards: Conduct thorough QA/QC and peer reviews on design work and technical documents.

What you bring

A passion for serving others, communication, creativity, and a commitment to high-quality work.
A PE license and a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or equivalent.
15+ years of progressively responsible transportation engineering experience.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification desired.

What we bring

An unbeatable culture! An autonomous and collaborative work environment, exceptional operational support, creative and supportive co-workers, and a compassionate leadership team. Plus other fun stuff including firm-wide parties, mugshots, gold-medal virtual baking classes, fitness challenges, fantasy football league, trivia nights… and a variety of other creative ways we have found to come together and hang out, despite our offices being spread across and beyond Washington state.
Quality projects. We pursue work that improves communities, challenges us, and makes a difference.
Community involvement opportunities and a charitable matching program.
Paid time off: paid vacation/sick time, paid holidays, and a floating holiday.
Retirement benefits: 401(k) & employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
Health, disability, and other insurance plan options to fit your needs. Including HSA and FSA plans.

This is not a remote position.

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