Entry Level Civil Project Manager Jobs
New grad civil project manager jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a portfolio of academic projects can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Staffing & Recruiting, Consulting & Professional Services, and Construction & Real Estate, with employers like Jobot, Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction, and CPH hiring at this level now.
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Civil Project Engineer
Location: Orange County, CA
Employment Type: Full-time
About Us
Pacific Consulting Group is a California-based civil engineering firm providing high-quality design, planning, and consulting services for land development, public infrastructure, and private sector projects. We take pride in delivering practical, innovative, and sustainable engineering solutions to our clients while fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.
Position Overview
We are seeking a motivated Civil Project Engineer to join our team. This role is ideal for engineers with 2-5 years of professional experience who is eager to apply their technical knowledge, gain hands-on design experience, and grow within the civil engineering profession.
You will work under the guidance of senior engineers on a variety of projects, including grading, drainage, utility design, site development, and public works improvements. This role will require the majority of work to be performed in-office; applicants must be local.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage portions of projects including design, permitting, and plan production.
- Oversee junior engineers in the preparation of design documents.
- Conduct hydrology, grading, and utility system analyses.
- Develop construction documents and permit applications.
- Coordinate with clients, subconsultants, and reviewing agencies.
- Ensure projects meet scope, schedule, and quality objectives.
- Use CAD and Civil 3D software to design grading, drainage, and utility systems.
- Collaborate with team members to develop efficient, constructible, and cost-effective designs.
- Attend site visits and assist with fieldwork as needed.
- Proficiency on local codes, standards, and permitting requirements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (required).
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification (required).
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (DOE) with performance-based growth opportunities.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Professional development support, including FE/EIT and PE licensing assistance.
- Mentorship and training from experienced engineers.
- A collaborative and supportive workplace culture.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Civil Project Engineer
Location: Orange County, CA
Employment Type: Full-time
About Us
Pacific Consulting Group is a California-based civil engineering firm providing high-quality design, planning, and consulting services for land development, public infrastructure, and private sector projects. We take pride in delivering practical, innovative, and sustainable engineering solutions to our clients while fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.
Position Overview
We are seeking a motivated Civil Project Engineer to join our team. This role is ideal for engineers with 2-5 years of professional experience who is eager to apply their technical knowledge, gain hands-on design experience, and grow within the civil engineering profession.
You will work under the guidance of senior engineers on a variety of projects, including grading, drainage, utility design, site development, and public works improvements. This role will require the majority of work to be performed in-office; applicants must be local.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage portions of projects including design, permitting, and plan production.
- Oversee junior engineers in the preparation of design documents.
- Conduct hydrology, grading, and utility system analyses.
- Develop construction documents and permit applications.
- Coordinate with clients, subconsultants, and reviewing agencies.
- Ensure projects meet scope, schedule, and quality objectives.
- Use CAD and Civil 3D software to design grading, drainage, and utility systems.
- Collaborate with team members to develop efficient, constructible, and cost-effective designs.
- Attend site visits and assist with fieldwork as needed.
- Proficiency on local codes, standards, and permitting requirements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (required).
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification (required).
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (DOE) with performance-based growth opportunities.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Professional development support, including FE/EIT and PE licensing assistance.
- Mentorship and training from experienced engineers.
- A collaborative and supportive workplace culture.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
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- Jobot23
- Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction9
- CPH5
- Westwood Professional Services4
- The Mannik & Smith Group3
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- Consulting & Professional Services15
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Entry Level Civil Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level civil project manager job?
Employers hiring at the entry level look for candidates who have completed civil engineering or construction management coursework, held a relevant internship, or contributed to a capstone project they can speak to concretely. Familiarity with project scheduling tools, reading construction drawings, and an Engineer-in-Training credential all strengthen an application. Tailoring your resume to show site exposure or team coordination, even from academic work, gives you a clear edge over candidates with only coursework to show.
Which companies hire entry level civil project managers?
Companies hiring entry level civil project managers right now include Jobot, Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction, and CPH, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level covers large engineering and construction firms with structured graduate programs as well as regional contractors and municipal agencies that bring on junior staff for infrastructure and development projects.
Are there remote entry level civil project manager jobs?
Yes, though most civil project manager roles at the entry level are on-site given the fieldwork involved. About 13% of entry level civil project manager openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and these tend to be with firms that separate project coordination and documentation tasks from direct site supervision, making them a realistic option for candidates in early-stage roles.
Are these new grad civil project manager jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior civil project manager roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-ops toward that requirement, or asks for a portfolio of academic or personal projects in place of professional history. If you graduated within the last year or two, these roles are written with your background in mind.
Which industries hire the most entry level civil project managers?
Entry Level civil project manager roles concentrate in Staffing & Recruiting, Consulting & Professional Services, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they run ongoing infrastructure, land development, and public works pipelines that rely on junior project staff to support scheduling, documentation, and field coordination under senior oversight.