Civil Project Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania
Civil Project Manager jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with strong demand across transportation infrastructure, municipal utilities, and commercial development at every level from junior project engineer to senior program manager. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown lead hiring, anchored by firms like AECOM, Michael Baker International, and WSP USA. The most sought-after specialties are highway and bridge rehabilitation, stormwater and wastewater systems, and land development tied to Pennsylvania's ongoing infrastructure investment cycle. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Join Our Team as a Civil Project Manager!
Are you ready to lead civil engineering projects while building strong relationships with clients and communities? At JHA, we are on a mission to serve our clients and each other by pursuing excellence, leading others to success, and honoring God in all we do. We are seeking a dedicated Civil Project Manager who embodies our values of integrity, growth, and collaboration.
In this role, you will manage a mix of land development projects and municipal reviews, working closely with clients, municipalities, and JHA team members to deliver high-quality projects from start to finish.
Why JHA?
At JHA, we pride ourselves on creating a supportive and enriching work environment. We are Great Place to Work® Certified, and as a privately-owned, debt-free company, we offer stability and longevity in your career. Here's what you can look forward to:
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy a robust benefits offering that supports your well-being.
- Work-Life Balance: Take advantage of generous Paid Time Off, including 10 Paid Holidays (including your birthday!).
- Paid Volunteer Time Off: We encourage you to give back!
- Profit Sharing: Share in the success of our company!
- Professional Growth: We are committed to investing in the growth of our team members.
- Mission-Driven Culture: We are passionate about our core values and making a difference.
Your Role
As a Civil Project Manager, you will manage civil engineering projects from start to finish, with a focus on both land development and municipal review work. You will coordinate with clients, municipalities, and internal team members to keep projects moving forward while maintaining quality, budgets, and schedules.
Here's what you'll be doing:
- Manage Civil Projects: Lead land development projects from planning and design through permitting and completion, managing scope, schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
- Perform Municipal Reviews: Review subdivision, land development, stormwater, and other civil engineering submissions on behalf of municipal clients and provide clear, practical review comments.
- Lead Project Teams: Coordinate engineers, designers, technicians, and other team members to deliver accurate, timely, and high-quality work.
- Ensure Quality: Provide technical oversight and QA/QC for assigned projects and municipal reviews.
- Build Client Relationships: Communicate consistently with developers, municipal officials, clients, and other project stakeholders to understand needs, solve problems, and provide excellent service.
- Business Development: Build and maintain client relationships while identifying and pursuing opportunities to grow JHA's civil engineering services.
What We're Looking For
To thrive in this role, you should bring:
- Experience in civil engineering with the ability to manage multiple land development and/or municipal projects.
- Experience with land development design, permitting, and municipal review processes.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage budgets, schedules, and project teams.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Strong technical judgment, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail.
- A proactive mindset with a hunger to learn, grow, and work with excellence.
- A team-oriented approach with the ability to collaborate effectively.
If you're excited about managing diverse civil engineering projects, serving both private and municipal clients, and contributing to the growth of a mission-driven team, we want to hear from you. Join us at JHA and help shape the future of the communities we serve.
Apply Today and Be a Part of Something Great!
Join Our Team as a Civil Project Manager!
Are you ready to lead civil engineering projects while building strong relationships with clients and communities? At JHA, we are on a mission to serve our clients and each other by pursuing excellence, leading others to success, and honoring God in all we do. We are seeking a dedicated Civil Project Manager who embodies our values of integrity, growth, and collaboration.
In this role, you will manage a mix of land development projects and municipal reviews, working closely with clients, municipalities, and JHA team members to deliver high-quality projects from start to finish.
Why JHA?
At JHA, we pride ourselves on creating a supportive and enriching work environment. We are Great Place to Work® Certified, and as a privately-owned, debt-free company, we offer stability and longevity in your career. Here's what you can look forward to:
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy a robust benefits offering that supports your well-being.
- Work-Life Balance: Take advantage of generous Paid Time Off, including 10 Paid Holidays (including your birthday!).
- Paid Volunteer Time Off: We encourage you to give back!
- Profit Sharing: Share in the success of our company!
- Professional Growth: We are committed to investing in the growth of our team members.
- Mission-Driven Culture: We are passionate about our core values and making a difference.
Your Role
As a Civil Project Manager, you will manage civil engineering projects from start to finish, with a focus on both land development and municipal review work. You will coordinate with clients, municipalities, and internal team members to keep projects moving forward while maintaining quality, budgets, and schedules.
Here's what you'll be doing:
- Manage Civil Projects: Lead land development projects from planning and design through permitting and completion, managing scope, schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
- Perform Municipal Reviews: Review subdivision, land development, stormwater, and other civil engineering submissions on behalf of municipal clients and provide clear, practical review comments.
- Lead Project Teams: Coordinate engineers, designers, technicians, and other team members to deliver accurate, timely, and high-quality work.
- Ensure Quality: Provide technical oversight and QA/QC for assigned projects and municipal reviews.
- Build Client Relationships: Communicate consistently with developers, municipal officials, clients, and other project stakeholders to understand needs, solve problems, and provide excellent service.
- Business Development: Build and maintain client relationships while identifying and pursuing opportunities to grow JHA's civil engineering services.
What We're Looking For
To thrive in this role, you should bring:
- Experience in civil engineering with the ability to manage multiple land development and/or municipal projects.
- Experience with land development design, permitting, and municipal review processes.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage budgets, schedules, and project teams.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Strong technical judgment, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail.
- A proactive mindset with a hunger to learn, grow, and work with excellence.
- A team-oriented approach with the ability to collaborate effectively.
If you're excited about managing diverse civil engineering projects, serving both private and municipal clients, and contributing to the growth of a mission-driven team, we want to hear from you. Join us at JHA and help shape the future of the communities we serve.
Apply Today and Be a Part of Something Great!
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What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in civil project manager jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license issued or recognized by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline required
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred for mid-level and senior positions
- Minimum of several years of experience managing civil construction or infrastructure projects
- Proficiency with project management and design software such as Primavera P6 or AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Strong familiarity with PennDOT standards, specifications, and local municipal permitting processes
Civil Project Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a civil project manager in Pennsylvania?
The standard path starts with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, followed by gaining field experience and obtaining a Professional Engineer license through the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, which requires passing the Fundamentals of Engineering and Principles and Practice of Engineering exams. Most employers promote engineers into project management roles after demonstrated site or design experience, and a PMP certification strengthens candidacy for leadership positions.
How much do civil project managers make in Pennsylvania?
Civil project managers in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $100,150 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,600 for the lowest 10% to over $160,560 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire civil project managers in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring civil project managers in Pennsylvania right now include Greenman-Pedersen, CDR Companies, and Jobot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Pennsylvania's concentration of transportation, municipal infrastructure, and land development work means large engineering consultancies and PennDOT prime contractors are among the most consistent sources of openings.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most civil project manager jobs?
Philadelphia, Mechanicsburg, and Towanda have the most civil project manager openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia drives volume through its dense municipal infrastructure, SEPTA transit projects, and large engineering consultancy offices, while Pittsburgh's position as a hub for bridge rehabilitation and regional transportation work sustains steady demand, and Allentown benefits from ongoing commercial development and utility expansion across the Lehigh Valley.
Are there remote civil project manager jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. Civil project management is fundamentally site-oriented, requiring regular visits to construction sites, meetings with inspectors, and coordination with municipal agencies in person. About 53% of civil project manager openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be limited to planning, proposal writing, or early-phase design coordination rather than active construction oversight roles.
How can I get hired as a civil project manager in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a junior project engineer or field engineer role with a mid-size civil consulting firm or a PennDOT prime contractor, where you support a senior project manager on active transportation or utility projects. Firms like AECOM and Michael Baker International recruit new civil engineering graduates into structured development programs in Pennsylvania. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam early and gaining exposure to PennDOT project delivery processes makes a candidate significantly more competitive for promotion into a project management track.
Where can I find and apply to civil project manager jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to civil project manager jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings across consulting firms, municipal agencies, and contractors. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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