Civil Project Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania

Civil project engineer jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently in demand, with openings concentrated in transportation infrastructure, water and wastewater systems, and commercial development across seniority levels from entry-level project staff through senior project managers. The largest hiring markets are Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Harrisburg, where firms like AECOM, Gannett Fleming, and WSP USA have long-established Pennsylvania operations. Roadway rehabilitation, stormwater management, and municipal engineering are among the most sought-after specialties across the state right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles61
Top employerGreenman-Pedersen
Top cityPhiladelphia, PA
Cities hiring34
Work type50% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Civil Project Manager
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Civil Project Manager
CGT Staffing
Sarver, Pennsylvania
Business Operations
$100k - $110k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in construction management

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Civil Engineer Project Manager (Land Development)
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Civil Engineer Project Manager (Land Development)
Crossword Staffing Solutions
Doylestown, Pennsylvania
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree

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Civil Engineer Project Manager
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Civil Engineer Project Manager
Billionaire Cookies
Doylestown, Pennsylvania
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$100k - $150k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree

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Civil Engineer Project Manager
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Civil Engineer Project Manager
Van Cleef Engineering Associates
Doylestown, Pennsylvania
Project Management
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Bachelor of Science

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Civil Engineer Project Manager
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Civil Engineer Project Manager
Van Cleef Engineering Associates
Pottstown, Pennsylvania
Program Management
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Bachelor of Science

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Civil Project Engineer Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Doylestown
9 jobs
Pittsburgh
3 jobs
Mechanicsburg
3 jobs
York
2 jobs
Towanda
2 jobs
Carlisle
2 jobs
Allentown
2 jobs
Saxonburg
2 jobs

Civil Project Engineer Job Market in Pennsylvania

A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Greenman-Pedersen5 open roles
CDR Companies4 open roles
Urban Engineers4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Construction & Real Estate

What Pennsylvania Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in civil project engineer jobs across Pennsylvania.

  • Pennsylvania Professional Engineer license or active EIT registration required or preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or closely related engineering discipline
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar civil design and drafting software
  • Experience managing project schedules, budgets, and subconsultant coordination
  • Familiarity with PennDOT standards, specifications, and municipal permit processes
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for client and agency coordination

Civil Project Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a civil project engineer in Pennsylvania?

The standard path begins with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program, followed by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn Engineer in Training status through the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists. After gaining qualifying experience under a licensed PE, you sit for the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam to earn full Pennsylvania PE licensure, which most project engineer roles at the senior level require or expect.

How much do civil project engineers make in Pennsylvania?

Civil project engineers in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $97,850 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $67,930 for the lowest 10% to over $141,310 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire civil project engineers in Pennsylvania?

Employers hiring civil project engineers in Pennsylvania right now include Greenman-Pedersen, CDR Companies, and Urban Engineers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pennsylvania's deep roster of infrastructure-focused consultancies and public works agencies means hiring is active across both large national firms with Pennsylvania offices and regional engineering practices serving municipal and transportation clients.

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most civil project engineer jobs?

Philadelphia, Doylestown, and Pittsburgh consistently post the most civil project engineer openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia anchors demand through its scale of transit, highway, and redevelopment projects, Pittsburgh draws on a strong municipal infrastructure and water authority pipeline, and Harrisburg reflects sustained state agency and PennDOT work concentrated in the capital region.

Are there remote civil project engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?

Yes, but they're rare. Civil project engineering is inherently site-oriented, involving field visits, agency coordination, and hands-on design review that limits full remote arrangements. About 50% of civil project engineer openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to cover back-office design and report production tasks rather than full project delivery roles.

How can I get hired as a civil project engineer in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a staff or junior engineer role at a Pennsylvania-based consulting firm, where new graduates are brought on to support design production, field inspection, and permit documentation under senior PEs. Firms like Gannett Fleming and AECOM's Pennsylvania offices run structured new-graduate programs, and PennDOT district offices hire entry-level engineers into its engineer trainee series. Earning your EIT registration through the Pennsylvania State Registration Board and building AutoCAD or Civil 3D proficiency before applying gives candidates a clear edge.

Where can I find and apply to civil project engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?

You can find and apply to civil project engineer jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly through each listing.

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