Civil Project Manager Jobs in Ohio

Civil project manager jobs in Ohio are in strong demand, concentrated in infrastructure, transportation, water systems, and commercial development, with openings at every level from entry-level project engineer to senior program manager. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor the heaviest hiring activity, where major firms like AECOM, Woolpert, and the Ohio Department of Transportation maintain lasting operations and consistent project pipelines. The most sought-after specialties in Ohio are roadway and highway design, stormwater and utility management, and municipal infrastructure delivery. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles44
Top employerThe Mannik & Smith Group
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring18
Work type82% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Heavy Civil Project Manager (Independence Excavating)
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Heavy Civil Project Manager (Independence Excavating)
DiGeronimo Companies
Dayton, Ohio
Account Management
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
$100k - $160k/yr
High school diploma or GED

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Project Manager / Estimator - Heavy Civil & Airfield Paving
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Project Manager / Estimator - Heavy Civil & Airfield Paving
Head
Columbus, Ohio
Civil Engineering
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
$95k - $135k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in construction management
1,001-5,000

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Civil Project Engineer
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Civil Project Engineer
Burkhardt Engineering
Germantown, Ohio
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
$80k - $110k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree
11-50

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Project Manager - Civil Engineering
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Project Manager - Civil Engineering
Burkhardt Engineering
Germantown, Ohio
Engineering (Non-Software)
Program Management
Project Management
$110k - $150k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree
11-50

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Project Engineer- Heavy Civil Construction
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Project Engineer- Heavy Civil Construction
Ames Construction, Inc.
Van Wert, Ohio
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering
1,001-5,000

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Civil Project Manager Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Toledo
4 jobs
Cleveland
4 jobs
Germantown
3 jobs
Chagrin Falls
3 jobs
Sharon Center
3 jobs
Maumee
2 jobs
Wilmington
2 jobs
Westerville
2 jobs

Civil Project Manager Job Market in Ohio

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

Who's Hiring

The Mannik & Smith Group5 open roles
KWEST4 open roles
Langan Engineering and Environmental Services4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services11
  • Agriculture & Farming1
  • Staffing & Recruiting1

What Ohio Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in civil project manager jobs across Ohio.

  • Active Ohio Professional Engineer license or EIT registration working toward PE licensure
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
  • Three or more years managing civil construction or infrastructure projects from design through closeout
  • Proficiency with project management and design software including MS Project, Civil 3D, or Bluebeam
  • Experience coordinating with ODOT, OEPA, or Ohio municipal agencies on permitting and compliance
  • PMP certification or demonstrated familiarity with project controls, scheduling, and budget management

Civil Project Manager Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a civil project manager in Ohio?

Most civil project managers in Ohio start with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, then earn an Engineer in Training credential by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam administered through the State of Ohio Engineers and Surveyors Board. After gaining field experience, they pursue the Professional Engineer license by passing the PE exam, which is required for many senior project manager roles in Ohio, particularly on public infrastructure work. A PMP certification strengthens candidacy for larger program management positions.

How much do civil project managers make in Ohio?

Civil project managers in Ohio earn a median of about $95,770 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $59,280 for the lowest 10% to over $160,570 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire civil project managers in Ohio?

Employers hiring civil project managers in Ohio right now include The Mannik & Smith Group, KWEST, and Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's concentration of large public infrastructure programs and municipal capital improvement projects keeps demand steady across both private engineering firms and government agencies.

Which Ohio cities have the most civil project manager jobs?

Columbus, Toledo, and Cleveland have the most civil project manager openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because of its rapid urban growth and ongoing ODOT and city infrastructure investment, Cleveland draws from legacy industrial redevelopment and lakefront projects, and Cincinnati benefits from a dense cluster of regional engineering firms and cross-state transportation work tied to the I-71 and I-75 corridors.

Are there remote civil project manager jobs in Ohio?

Yes, but they're limited. Civil project management is heavily site-dependent, so fully remote roles are uncommon. About 18% of civil project manager openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to cover planning, design coordination, or early-phase feasibility work rather than active construction oversight.

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

The most realistic entry path is a project engineer or design engineer role at a firm like Woolpert, ms consultants, or a regional county engineer's office, which regularly hire recent graduates. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and earning your EIT designation through the Ohio Engineers and Surveyors Board signals readiness to employers. Internships with ODOT district offices or Ohio municipal engineering departments convert frequently into full-time offers and accelerate the path toward a project management role.

Where can I find and apply to civil project manager jobs in Ohio?

You can find and apply to civil project manager jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in Ohio right now. Search the listings for roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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