Project Manager / Project Engineer – Civil Site Development
Company Name: Confidential – Leading Southeast Engineering Firm
Location: Myrtle Beach, SC
Project Focus: Public & Private Site Development, Land Planning, Utilities, and Infrastructure
Work Setting: In-Office (Condensed Work Schedule / Flexible Fridays)
Salary: $95,000 – $130,000 + Performance Bonus (Commensurate with Experience)
Recruited Exclusively By: Luxus | AEC Talent Partners
Position Overview
Are you a civil engineer ready to transition from production-heavy tasks to true project ownership in one of the Southeast's fastest-growing coastal markets? We are seeking a Project Manager / Project Engineer to lead high-impact site development initiatives from our Myrtle Beach office. In this role, you aren't just drafting plans; you are the primary architect of the project lifecycle—steering complex land-use challenges into successful, built environments for both public and private sector clients.
Joining our team means aligning yourself with a firm that values legacy over volume. We offer an integrated professional services platform that allows you to collaborate across disciplines—from landscape architecture to marine engineering—providing a holistic approach to site design. With a family-oriented culture, a dedicated in-house Civil 3D training program, and a condensed work week, this position is designed for the high-achiever who demands professional excellence without sacrificing personal time.
Core Responsibilities
- Full-Lifecycle Stewardship: Orchestrate all aspects of civil site development, guiding projects from initial feasibility and master planning through final construction administration.
- Strategic Site Design: Direct the preparation of comprehensive site plans, ensuring technical precision in grading, complex drainage systems, utility infrastructure, and erosion control.
- Regulatory Diplomacy: Act as the primary liaison between clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies to navigate permitting hurdles and ensure seamless project approvals.
- Financial & Operational Oversight: Manage project budgets, track business metrics, and ensure deliverables are met with both technical accuracy and fiscal responsibility.
- Leadership & Mentorship: Cultivate the next generation of talent by providing direct technical guidance and career mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
- Collaborative Integration: Work fluidly within a multidisciplinary environment, integrating surveying, GIS, and environmental data into cohesive site solutions.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
- Experience: 5+ years of progressive experience in the design of public and/or private site development projects.
- Licensure: Active Professional Engineer (PE) license (SC preferred or ability to obtain via comity).
- Software Proficiency: Advanced, professional-level command of AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Leadership: Proven ability to manage project financials and lead small-to-mid-sized design teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Regional Expertise: Local knowledge of South Carolina coastal regulatory requirements and permitting processes.
- Business Acumen: Experience in client development and the ability to identify new project opportunities within the Myrtle Beach market.
- Technical Differentiators: Advanced expertise in hydrologic/hydraulic modeling or coastal engineering nuances.