Civil Project Engineer Jobs in Columbus, OH
Civil Project Engineer jobs in Columbus are concentrated in Polaris, the Short North corridor, and the Easton area, driven by infrastructure expansion, municipal utilities work, and commercial development across central Ohio. Firms currently hiring include The Mannik & Smith Group, Congruex, and GPD. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Top employerThe Mannik & Smith Group
Work type75% On-site
Top credentialBachelor's
Companies hiring8
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Project Manager III (Civil & Foundations)
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Quanta Services
Project Manager III (Civil & Foundations)
Columbus, Ohio
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Hydraulics Project Manager - Civil Engineer
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DLZ CORPORATION
Hydraulics Project Manager - Civil Engineer
Columbus, Ohio
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Senior Project Manager – Civil Engineering
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Langan Engineering and Environmental Services
Senior Project Manager – Civil Engineering
Columbus, Ohio
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Civil Project Manager
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GPD Group
Civil Project Manager
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Beaver Companies
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Columbus, Ohio
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Project Manager III (Civil & Foundations)
Quanta Services·Columbus, Ohio
Job functions:
Bachelor's degree in construction management
10,000+ employees
Job Description
About Us
PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC is a premier outside electrical infrastructure construction company based in Kansas City, Missouri. A subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR), PAR is one of the founding members of Quanta Services and among the largest union contractors in the U.S. PAR’s employees are the reason for the success of our company. Our reputation attracts the highest quality personnel, people who are committed to producing projects that set a standard for excellence. At PAR, we take on the most challenging and complex projects we can find, and we hire people who thrive on hard work and demanding opportunities.
About this Role
Overview
PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and manage complex drilling construction projects across the region. This role is responsible for overseeing all phases of project execution—from planning and budgeting through construction, closeout, and client satisfaction. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, technical knowledge, and proven experience managing utility-scale projects safely, on time, and within budget. Ability to provide guidance and oversee multiple project managers or assistant project managers.
What You'll Do
Responsibilities
This position is based in Columbus, OH, with travel to project sites as required. Expect 50% - 75% travel. Will go more in depth in an interview with hiring team, but a Project Manager on the drilling team will be based in a regional office metro and then travel from there.
- Coordinate overall project lifecycles for drilling/foundation projects. Some projects may involve substation construction, transmission, and distribution projects.
- Manage complex field logistics, including equipment mobilization, material procurement, subcontractor activities, and multi-task prioritization.
- Build, maintain, and optimize baseline project schedules, milestones, and structural closeout processes.
- Oversee corporate and industry accounting tracking, including labor, equipment, and material costs, to ensure rigorous budgetary control.
- Apply advanced financial math, record-keeping, and cost forecasting models to optimize project spending and leadership reports.
- Utilize specialized heavy construction financial software including JD Edwards, Hubble, EcoSys, Incorta, and HCSS HeavyJob.
- Author, review, and manage formal project documentation including RFIs, change orders, design submittals, and technical daily reports.
- Read, analyze, and interpret complex engineering specs, contracts, financial reports, blueprints, and legal agreements.
- Maintain advanced proficiency in project controls software platforms, including Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio).
- Conduct routine job site inspection visits to verify adherence to design specifications, quality baselines, and execution standards.
- Collaborate directly with the Safety Department to enforce OSHA compliance and uphold PAR Electric's strict zero-injury site culture.
- Maintain complete mobility, including a valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record (MVR), to travel directly to active field project locations.
- Facilitate proactive oral, written, and multimedia presentation communications across field crews, engineering bodies, and clients.
- Deploy supervisory and motivational leadership skills to align teams, run project meetings, and resolve on-site operational bottlenecks.
- All other duties assigned by manager.
What You'll Bring
- Drilling Experience Preferred but will entertain someone with heavy civil or utility background.
- Knowledge of design, estimating, construction, finance, and management.
- Ability to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.
- Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards and activities.
- Accounting (math and record-keeping) to include the ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts and operations as needed to examine construction operations.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio).
- Familiar with Primavera P6, JD Edwards, Hubble, EcoSys, Incorta, and Bid 2 Win technology platforms.
- Effective communication (oral, written, presentation, listening) and ability to lead meetings.
- Effective motivational and supervisory skills.
- Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks.
- Ability to travel and work on project locations is essential.
- Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle driving record (MVR).
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical specifications, drawings, financial reports, and legal documents.
- Must be based in or willing to relocate to the metro area.
Education and Experience
- Four-year construction science, construction management, construction engineering, engineering, or similar related degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.
- Minimum of five years project or construction management or project controls experience in similar construction.
- Thorough knowledge of all aspects of project management, project controls, contract management, budgeting, estimating, schedules, negotiations, construction management (technology, equipment, methods), and safety required.
- PMP certification required within 60 days of hire.
What You'll Get
PAR offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- 100% employer-paid health care benefits (medical, dental, and vision) for you and your dependents
- 100% employer-paid basic life insurance
- 100% employer-paid disability benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan with matching contribution
- Paid Time Off (sick and vacation)
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Assistance
- Wellness and Mental Health Programs
- Learning and Development Programs
PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
Quanta Services
Project Manager III (Civil & Foundations)
Columbus, Ohio
Added 1mo ago10,000+ employees
Job functions:
Bachelor's degree in construction management
Job Description
About Us
PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC is a premier outside electrical infrastructure construction company based in Kansas City, Missouri. A subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR), PAR is one of the founding members of Quanta Services and among the largest union contractors in the U.S. PAR’s employees are the reason for the success of our company. Our reputation attracts the highest quality personnel, people who are committed to producing projects that set a standard for excellence. At PAR, we take on the most challenging and complex projects we can find, and we hire people who thrive on hard work and demanding opportunities.
About this Role
Overview
PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and manage complex drilling construction projects across the region. This role is responsible for overseeing all phases of project execution—from planning and budgeting through construction, closeout, and client satisfaction. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, technical knowledge, and proven experience managing utility-scale projects safely, on time, and within budget. Ability to provide guidance and oversee multiple project managers or assistant project managers.
What You'll Do
Responsibilities
This position is based in Columbus, OH, with travel to project sites as required. Expect 50% - 75% travel. Will go more in depth in an interview with hiring team, but a Project Manager on the drilling team will be based in a regional office metro and then travel from there.
- Coordinate overall project lifecycles for drilling/foundation projects. Some projects may involve substation construction, transmission, and distribution projects.
- Manage complex field logistics, including equipment mobilization, material procurement, subcontractor activities, and multi-task prioritization.
- Build, maintain, and optimize baseline project schedules, milestones, and structural closeout processes.
- Oversee corporate and industry accounting tracking, including labor, equipment, and material costs, to ensure rigorous budgetary control.
- Apply advanced financial math, record-keeping, and cost forecasting models to optimize project spending and leadership reports.
- Utilize specialized heavy construction financial software including JD Edwards, Hubble, EcoSys, Incorta, and HCSS HeavyJob.
- Author, review, and manage formal project documentation including RFIs, change orders, design submittals, and technical daily reports.
- Read, analyze, and interpret complex engineering specs, contracts, financial reports, blueprints, and legal agreements.
- Maintain advanced proficiency in project controls software platforms, including Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio).
- Conduct routine job site inspection visits to verify adherence to design specifications, quality baselines, and execution standards.
- Collaborate directly with the Safety Department to enforce OSHA compliance and uphold PAR Electric's strict zero-injury site culture.
- Maintain complete mobility, including a valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record (MVR), to travel directly to active field project locations.
- Facilitate proactive oral, written, and multimedia presentation communications across field crews, engineering bodies, and clients.
- Deploy supervisory and motivational leadership skills to align teams, run project meetings, and resolve on-site operational bottlenecks.
- All other duties assigned by manager.
What You'll Bring
- Drilling Experience Preferred but will entertain someone with heavy civil or utility background.
- Knowledge of design, estimating, construction, finance, and management.
- Ability to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.
- Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards and activities.
- Accounting (math and record-keeping) to include the ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts and operations as needed to examine construction operations.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio).
- Familiar with Primavera P6, JD Edwards, Hubble, EcoSys, Incorta, and Bid 2 Win technology platforms.
- Effective communication (oral, written, presentation, listening) and ability to lead meetings.
- Effective motivational and supervisory skills.
- Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks.
- Ability to travel and work on project locations is essential.
- Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle driving record (MVR).
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical specifications, drawings, financial reports, and legal documents.
- Must be based in or willing to relocate to the metro area.
Education and Experience
- Four-year construction science, construction management, construction engineering, engineering, or similar related degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.
- Minimum of five years project or construction management or project controls experience in similar construction.
- Thorough knowledge of all aspects of project management, project controls, contract management, budgeting, estimating, schedules, negotiations, construction management (technology, equipment, methods), and safety required.
- PMP certification required within 60 days of hire.
What You'll Get
PAR offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- 100% employer-paid health care benefits (medical, dental, and vision) for you and your dependents
- 100% employer-paid basic life insurance
- 100% employer-paid disability benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan with matching contribution
- Paid Time Off (sick and vacation)
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Assistance
- Wellness and Mental Health Programs
- Learning and Development Programs
PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
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Civil Project Engineer Jobs in Columbus: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a civil project engineer job in Columbus?
Focus on employers tied to Columbus's active infrastructure and development pipeline: municipal contractors working with the City of Columbus and Franklin County, regional engineering consultancies handling roadway and utility projects, and commercial developers expanding along the US-33 and I-270 corridors. Candidates with ODOT project experience, familiarity with Columbus stormwater and zoning codes, and PE licensure in Ohio move to the top of shortlists fastest.
Which companies hire civil project engineers in Columbus?
Companies currently hiring civil project engineers in Columbus include The Mannik & Smith Group, Congruex, and GPD, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Columbus's mix of large regional engineering consultancies, municipal contractors, and commercial developers creates steady demand across employer sizes and project types.
Are there remote civil project engineer jobs in Columbus?
Yes, but only partially: civil project engineering is primarily a field-and-site role, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 25% of civil project engineer openings tied to Columbus are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, typically blending site visits with off-site design and reporting work. Tasks like AutoCAD drafting, project documentation, and client reporting are the most frequently performed remotely for Columbus-based roles.
How can I get a civil project engineer job in Columbus with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Columbus is through project engineer or EIT roles with regional consultancies and municipal contractors that regularly hire recent graduates from Ohio State University's engineering program. Columbus-area firms bidding on Franklin County and ODOT contracts frequently bring on junior staff to manage submittals and field coordination. A passing FE exam score and any internship tied to local infrastructure or land development projects substantially improves your chances with these employers.
Which industries hire the most civil project engineers in Columbus?
The sectors hiring the most civil project engineers in Columbus are Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Columbus's sustained population growth, ongoing Intel semiconductor campus development in nearby New Albany, and continuous ODOT corridor investment keep these sectors in persistent need of project engineering talent.
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