Fort Myers, Florida, United States · On-site
Job Description: Overview The Senior Project Manager provides strategic, technical, and managerial leadership for complex engineering projects across assigned service areas. This role is responsible for client satisfacti…
Skills: Project Management, Civil Engineering, Team Leadership, Business Development, Client Relationship Management
San Antonio, Texas, United States · On-site
Job Description: Overview: The Archaeological Technician is responsible for conducting field and laboratory tasks in support of archaeological investigations and regulatory compliance. Working under the supervision of a …
Skills: Archaeological field survey, Shovel testing, Site documentation, GPS data collection, Artifact cleaning
Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States · On-site
Job Description: Overview: This position is responsible for leading the strategic development of challenging high-profile, competitive proposals and qualifications packages. The Senior Proposal Coordinator works with tec…
Skills: Proposal development, Project management, Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Office, Strategic planning
Fort Worth, Texas, United States · On-site
Job Description: Overview: This position provides technical and office support for survey projects, assisting in preparing various survey deliverables while taking on greater responsibility for independent tasks. Respons…
Skills: AutoCAD Civil 3D, Surveying, Data analysis, Legal descriptions, Field checks
New Braunfels, Texas, United States · On-site
Job Description: Build your career in one of Texas’ most active and exciting growth corridors! Pape-Dawson’s New Braunfels office offers the opportunity to work with an established leadership team, a strong local office …
Skills: Grading, Drainage, Utility Layouts, Engineering Planning, Permitting
Atlanta, Georgia, United States · On-site
Job Description: Pape-Dawson's Atlanta office is seeking an Engineer-in-Training I to join the growing team. This position will contribute to the successful design, analysis, and implementation of projects within an engi…
Skills: Civil engineering, Technical design, Project coordination, Technical reporting, AutoCAD Civil 3D
New Braunfels, Texas, United States · On-site
Job Description: Join an established and highly respected leadership team in Pape-Dawson’s New Braunfels office, where strong office culture, meaningful project work, and regional growth come together! Located along the …
Skills: Technical Design, Engineering Execution, Grading Design, Drainage Design, Utility Layout
Dallas, Texas, United States · On-site
Job Description: Overview This position supports the planning, design, analysis, and delivery of engineering projects under the guidance of a licensed professional engineer (P.E.) and may provide technical guidance to ju…
Skills: Civil Engineering, Water Distribution, Wastewater Collection, Engineering Design, Technical Documentation
New Braunfels, Texas, United States · On-site
Job Description: Overview: This position will contribute to the successful design, analysis, and implementation of Land Development projects within an engineering team. This role includes assisting in technical design, p…
Skills: Civil Engineering, Technical Design, Project Coordination, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Grading
Houston, Texas, United States · On-site
Job Description: Overview: The Surveyor in Training works directly with a Registered Land Surveyor in the preparation of various survey projects, such as boundary surveys, subdivision plats, construction calculations, to…
Skills: AutoCAD Civil 3D, Land Surveying, Boundary Surveys, Subdivision Plats, Construction Calculations
Franklin, Tennessee, United States · On-site
Job Description: Build your career with Pape-Dawson’s Nashville team in the heart of Music City, one of the country’s most vibrant, fast-growing, and exciting places to live and work. Formerly RaganSmith, our Tennessee t…
Skills: Civil Engineering, Project Management, Land Development, Team Leadership, Business Development
Houston, Texas, United States · On-site
Job Description: Join Pape-Dawson’s Houston team and contribute to the continued growth of one of the nation’s largest and most dynamic metropolitan areas. Since establishing a local presence in 1991, Pape-Dawson has bec…
Skills: Civil Engineering, Municipal Infrastructure, Utility District Services, Project Management, Capital Improvement Planning
Jacksonville, Florida, United States · On-site
Job Description: Join Pape-Dawson’s Orlando team in the heart of the vibrant Milk District, one of the city’s most creative and energetic neighborhoods. Established through the acquisition of Poulos & Bennett, our Orland…
Skills: Land development, Civil engineering, Grading design, Drainage design, Utility layout
San Antonio, Texas, United States · On-site
Job Description: Overview KSA, a Pape-Dawson Company, is searching for an Associate Vice President and Client Service Leader with expertise in Aviation Engineering and project management. As a client service leader, you …
Skills: Aviation Engineering, Project Management, Business Development, Civil Engineering, Airport Design
Overland Park, Kansas, United States · On-site
Job Description: Project Engineer Overview The Project Engineer - Public Works is a licensed Professional Engineer responsible for leading technical design and engineering execution on projects within our BHC, Public Wor…
Skills: Technical Design, Engineering Execution, Project Leadership, Traffic Design, Roadway Design
Houston, Texas, United States · On-site
Job Description: Join Pape-Dawson’s Houston team and contribute to the continued growth of one of the nation’s largest and most dynamic metropolitan areas. Since establishing a local presence in 1991, Pape-Dawson has bec…
Skills: Civil engineering, Project management, Municipal utility districts, Capital improvement planning, Regulatory compliance
Fort Worth, Texas, United States · On-site
Job Description: Overview The Project Engineer is a licensed Professional Engineer responsible for leading technical design and engineering execution on site development project. This role takes full ownership of technic…
Skills: Civil Engineering, Land Development, Grading, Drainage, Utility Layout
Austin, Texas, United States · Hybrid
Job Description: Overview: We are seeking a Senior Application Administrator to design, implement, and optimize enterprise application solutions that support business operations and strategic objectives. This role is res…
Skills: Application Administration, Power Automate, SharePoint Administration, Python, SaaS Integration
Fort Myers, Florida, United States · On-site
Job Description: Overview The Engineer II position will contribute to the planning, analysis, design, and delivery of engineering projects within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. This role applies established eng…
Skills: Civil Site Development, Grading, Drainage, Paving, Utility Systems
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States · On-site
Job Description: The Project Designer III works under the direct supervision of a licensed architect to support the planning, design, and documentation of complex architectural projects. This role contributes to the deve…
Skills: Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office 365, Architectural Drawing
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The Senior Project Manager leads multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver complex projects while ensuring quality, budget, and schedule objectives are met. They are also responsible for fostering client relationships, mentoring staff, and driving business development efforts.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and a valid Professional Engineer (P.E.) license. A minimum of 8 years of relevant engineering and project management experience is required, along with proven leadership and business development skills.
Overview
The Senior Project Manager provides strategic, technical, and managerial leadership for complex engineering projects across assigned service areas. This role is responsible for client satisfaction, project performance, team leadership, and business development while maintaining hands-on involvement in key projects. Senior Project Managers lead multidisciplinary teams, manage multiple concurrent assignments, and contribute to firmwide growth through mentoring, market engagement, and continuous improvement of standards and practices.
Responsibilities
• Serve as a principal client contact, fostering strong relationships that support repeat work and long-term partnerships.
• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple complex projects, ensuring quality, schedule, budget, and profitability objectives are met.
• Develop and negotiate project scopes, budgets, schedules, proposals, and contracts.
• Provide leadership and direction to multidisciplinary project teams, including mentoring and professional development of Project Managers and technical staff.
• Oversee project financial performance, staffing plans, and resource allocation across assignments.
• Review and approve technical deliverables to ensure compliance with applicable standards, regulations, and client requirements.
• Perform or oversee QA/QC reviews, risk management, and issue resolution.
• Lead or support business development efforts, including pursuits, RFQs, proposals, interviews, and account growth.
• Represent the firm in meetings with clients, agencies, boards, and stakeholders, presenting technical and strategic information effectively.
• Contribute to firmwide initiatives related to design standards, best practices, staff development, and operational excellence.
• Balance client needs with internal priorities to maintain high levels of satisfaction, accountability, collaboration, and profitability.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the state(s) required to support project work.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant engineering and project management experience depending on service area.
• Demonstrated success managing complex projects, leading multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Proven ability to mentor staff, guide other Project Managers, and supervise teams of approximately 5–7 employees.
• Strong business development, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage shifting priorities and multiple concurrent projects effectively.
• Ability to work Monday–Friday with flexibility for overtime as needed.
All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Pape-Dawson is an industry-leading, future-focused civil engineering and professional services firm. Our engineers, surveyors, planners, landscape architects, environmental scientists, archaeologists, data analysts, and construction management professionals work together to achieve our shared success: designing and delivering award-winning infrastructure and development projects with national impact. We are diligent, hardworking problem solvers with a passion for making a difference not only through our work, but also through our commitment to being community partners. Pape-Dawson acknowledges the value of our team members by providing unmatched company culture that encourages personal growth and professional excellence. From social events and training opportunities to volunteer efforts, Pape-Dawson is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive culture where employees feel a sense of belonging and a strong shared purpose. In addition to fostering an environment that promotes satisfaction and success, Pape-Dawson invests in employees through world-class benefit offerings, including a variety of insurance plan options; generous PTO policy; impressive 401(k) match; education and gym reimbursements; and flexible and remote work opportunities.
Offices: 2000 NW Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78213, US · 165 S Rock Island St, Suite 150, Wichita, Kansas 67202, US · 10801 N Mopac Expy, Building 3 - Suite 200, Austin, Texas 78759, US · 2107 Citywest Blvd, Third Floor, Houston, Texas 77042, US · 201 Main Street, Suite 901, Fort Worth, TX 76102, US
Pape-Dawson is an industry-leading, future-focused civil engineering and professional services firm. Our engineers, surveyors, planners, landscape architects, environmental scientists, archaeologists, data analysts, and construction management professionals work together to achieve our shared success: designing and delivering award-winning infrastructure and development projects with national impact. We are diligent, hardworking problem solvers with a passion for making a difference not only through our work, but also through our commitment to being community partners. Pape-Dawson acknowledges the value of our team members by providing unmatched company culture that encourages personal growth and professional excellence. From social events and training opportunities to volunteer efforts, Pape-Dawson is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive culture where employees feel a sense of belonging and a strong shared purpose. In addition to fostering an environment that promotes satisfaction and success, Pape-Dawson invests in employees through world-class benefit offerings, including a variety of insurance plan options; generous PTO policy; impressive 401(k) match; education and gym reimbursements; and flexible and remote work opportunities.
Offices: 2000 NW Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78213, US · 165 S Rock Island St, Suite 150, Wichita, Kansas 67202, US · 10801 N Mopac Expy, Building 3 - Suite 200, Austin, Texas 78759, US · 2107 Citywest Blvd, Third Floor, Houston, Texas 77042, US · 201 Main Street, Suite 901, Fort Worth, TX 76102, US
