Civil Project Manager Jobs in California
Civil Project Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with demand concentrated in transportation infrastructure, water and wastewater systems, land development, and public works across entry-level to senior positions. The largest hiring markets are Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where firms like AECOM, Jacobs, and Caltrans consistently staff civil project managers across major capital programs. The most in-demand specialties include roadway and highway design, stormwater and utility infrastructure, and large-scale municipal projects. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Senior Civil Engineer Project Manager - Public Works
Role Description: Huitt-Zollars, Inc has full-time opportunity for a Civil Engineer (Eng IV) with ten + years of experience and will be a registered Professional Engineer for our Ontario office. This role will work in our Public Work Practice Area. This position will provide leadership, guide business development and project management within the Inland Empire area (and beyond as needed).
Location: Ontario
Employment Type: 40 FT Hours
Compensation Type: Salary
Registration(s): Registered California Professional Engineer (PE License) Required
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE)
Duties:
- Serve as Civil Engineer in the development of design schematics, construction plans, specifications and estimates.
- Coordinate with EITs, designers and drafters.
- Review shop drawings, perform field observations, and facilitate the construction administration.
- Support project proposals, scopes, budgets, and manage execution and tracking of projects.
- Complete projects within client specifications, budgets and schedules.
- Coordinate online meetings, preparation of meeting agendas, and distribution of meeting.
- Will work on all types of projects, but the focus will be on public works infrastructure projects. This will include design development from concept design phase through completion of construction documents.
- The public works infrastructure projects will include, but is not limited to, street, storm drain, sewer, water improvements, drainage analysis, sewer capacity analysis, water system hydraulic analysis, and report writing. The individual will be coordinating with other disciplines within HZI as well as sub-consultants throughout the planning and design phase.
- The individual will also be coordinating with and providing direction to engineers-in-training, CADD technicians, and project support staff to prepare the project documents (drawings and technical specifications) for permitting and bidding.
- The individual will provide construction administration support for such activities as contractor submittal reviews, contractor requests for information, review of contractor monthly invoices and provide recommendations for invoice approvals, participation in construction progress meetings, occasional site visits as necessary.
- The individual will also provide support for the development of scopes of work, labor hour estimates, and project scheduling for new projects. On occasion as directed, individual will communicate directly with clients.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE).
- Registered Professional Engineer in California.
- 10+ years of civil engineering design experience in Public Works.
- Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Excel and Word software.
- Ability to work independently in a team environment and to manage multiple projects with limited supervision.
- Excellent verbal and written skills, communicating engineering information clearly and concisely.
- Ability to present in a meeting.
- Ability to design printed and digital engineering documents.
- Ability to write clearly to communicate technical issues and design ideas.
Project Manager (PM) Role Annual Performance Goals & Expectations:
- Having a deep understanding of how your work and contributions as a co-owner add to Huitt-Zollars’ mission and core values.
- Maintaining expected Effective Labor Multiplier (ELM) on sum of all associated projects.
- Consistently upholds business processes including timely monthly A/R’s, invoicing, timekeeping, resource forecasting, percent completes, etc.
- Achieves personal sales goal.
- Achieves stated target personal utilization goal for PM.
- Understands, follows and ensures quality control measures and risk management measures are being applied and adhered to projects and daily operations.
This position is also required to adhere to Huitt-Zollars’ Core Value and Leadership Competencies
About Huitt-Zollars:
- Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is a privately held, 100% employee-owned leading Architectural and Engineering (A/E) firm since being established in 1975. Since then, our firm has been providing innovative planning, engineering, architectural and interior design, construction and program management, and design-build services to our clients.
- Located in more than 20 locations throughout 11 different US states, Huitt-Zollars holds a vision to improve the environment in which we live, work, and play. Employees/co-owners can expect to collaborate with their team, listen to client and community needs, and deliver world-class professional services. Learn more about a career with #teamHZ by viewing our LinkedIN Life page.
Benefits & Perks:
- Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
- Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
- Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
- MDLive Telehealth
- Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities
- Paid Vacation/Annual Leave
- Paid Sick Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Commuter Benefits
- Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements
- Term Life / AD&D insurance
- Cancer and Specified Disease insurance
- Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP
- Work for an Employee-Owned firm
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
- The employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Huitt-Zollars in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Currently, Huitt-Zollars does not sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.
Annual Base Salary Range: $129,000-$148,000 and up depending on experience and qualifications of the selected candidate(s). The expected salary range for this position is displayed in accordance with the Washington Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The final agreed upon compensation is based on the success candidate's individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and consideration to participate in our discretionary annual bonus incentive program.
Huitt-Zollars does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters without a previously signed third-party agreement. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to any Huitt-Zollars hiring manager or employee will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency submitting the unsolicited resume. Huitt-Zollars will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Human Resources team and without an active, fully executed service agreement.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Huitt-Zollars is a federal contractor and subcontractor and abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a), which prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on protected veteran status or disability and require affirmative action to employ and advance qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in civil project manager jobs across California.
- Active California Professional Engineer license issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
- Proven experience managing civil infrastructure projects from design through construction closeout
- Proficiency with project management and civil design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D and MS Project
- Familiarity with Caltrans standards, local California municipal codes, and CEQA compliance requirements
- PMP certification or equivalent project management credential preferred by most California employers
Civil Project Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a civil project manager in California?
The standard California path starts with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, followed by gaining qualifying experience toward licensure as a Professional Engineer through the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists. Most employers in California expect candidates to hold or be actively pursuing a PE license, as many public agency contracts require it. Adding a PMP credential strengthens your candidacy for senior project management roles, particularly with Caltrans contractors and large municipal agencies.
How much do civil project managers make in California?
Civil project managers in California earn a median of about $120,910 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $69,180 for the lowest 10% to over $188,560 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire civil project managers in California?
Employers hiring civil project managers in California right now include Granite Construction, BKF Engineers, and KPFF Consulting Engineers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's dense network of public infrastructure programs and private development projects means hiring is ongoing across both large engineering firms and regional specialty contractors throughout the state.
Which California cities have the most civil project manager jobs?
Sacramento, Irvine, and San Francisco have the most civil project manager openings in California. The concentration in these metros reflects the scale of ongoing transportation, water infrastructure, and land development programs in greater Los Angeles and the Bay Area, while San Diego's military installations, port expansion, and municipal growth drive consistent demand in the south.
Are there remote civil project manager jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Civil project management is inherently tied to active construction sites, field coordination, and agency meetings, which limits full remote work. About 51% of civil project manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those arrangements typically apply to planning, estimating, or early-phase design coordination rather than active construction oversight roles.
How can I get hired as a civil project manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a project engineer or design engineer at a California-based civil firm or public agency, where you support senior project managers before taking on independent responsibility. Large California employers like Caltrans, the Los Angeles Department of Public Works, and major engineering firms such as AECOM and WSP run structured new-graduate programs and associate engineer tracks that develop project management skills over time. Sitting for the Fundamentals of Engineering exam early and building AutoCAD Civil 3D proficiency will distinguish you against other candidates without field experience.
Where can I find and apply to civil project manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to civil project manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your experience and location, and apply directly.
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