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Civil Engineering Project Manager - Site Design

CompanyraSmith
LocationNaperville
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 23, 2026
About The Company
raSmith is a multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm. The team is comprised of civil engineers, structural engineers, traffic engineers, land surveyors, development managers, landscape architects, ecologists, and construction services professionals. Our services are focused on our public and private sector client needs in planning, design, and construction including site planning and design, structural engineering, municipal engineering, transportation and traffic, surveying, development management, ecology, landscape architecture, LiDAR (3D laser scanning), UAS (unmanned aircraft systems), construction services, and geographic information systems (GIS). We work on projects nationwide from our six locations in Wisconsin, Illinois, and California. Offices: Brookfield, Wisconsin (corporate headquarters) Appleton, Madison, and Cedarburg, Wisconsin Naperville (Chicago), Illinois Irvine, California Services: Bridges/Structural Engineering Cold-Formed Steel Engineering Construction Inspection/Observation Services Development Management (Developers) Ecological Services (inc. Wetlands) Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Grants Research/Writing for municipalities Site Design Services Landscape Architectural Services Municipal Services Structural Design/Cold-Formed Steel Design Land Surveying Sustainable Design Traffic Engineering Transportation UAS (Unmanned Aircraft Systems)/Drone Water Resources Water/Wastewater Engineering 3D Laser Scanning How may we help you on your next project? Contact us at info@raSmith.com.
About the Role

Description

Enhance your career at raSmith as a Civil Engineering Project Manager in our Site Design Services division and discover why we’re ranked #2 as a Top Workplace.


raSmith is a growing multi-disciplinary consulting civil and structural engineering and land surveying firm with over 45 years of experience. We work with clients on projects nationwide from our six office locations in Wisconsin, Illinois, and California.


Are you ready to contribute your talents to a variety of projects that positively impact communities across the country? Consider this opportunity:


The expansion of our Site Design Services Division has created a new opportunity for a Civil Engineering Project Manager in our Naperville, IL office. Our Site Design Services Division has a well-respected history of providing a real-estate mindset to land developers and owners in markets, including: education, health care, industrial, office, residential, retail, mixed use and senior living. Our people are empowered to be their creative best and our culture values a client-focused, entrepreneurial spirit.


This position will support design and technical aspects for site development and redevelopment projects focused on growing our company presence within Illinois and Indiana. It will require a candidate who is passionate about their work, eager to learn, and always ready for new challenges.


Civil Engineering Project Manager - Site Design - Hybrid - Primary Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and project partners.
  • Lead projects from initial planning through design, permitting, and construction.
  • Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and overall delivery.
  • Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution.
  • Provide technical guidance, direction, and mentorship to staff.
  • Prepare proposals, support business development efforts, and help grow client relationships.
  • Oversee quality control processes to ensure accurate, timely, and high-standard deliverables.
  • Balance priorities across multiple active projects while maintaining clear communication.
  • Support invoicing, financial tracking, and project profitability.
  • Represent the firm professionally at meetings, presentations, and industry events.

Civil Engineer - Site Design - Hybrid - Benefits:

raSmith has a strong history of maintaining a people-oriented culture that provides a great work-life balance and a highly competitive compensation and benefit package. We support and encourage professional development opportunities and provide career growth charts for our supervisors and employees. Specific benefits include:

  • Hybrid home/office-based environment
  • Position has potential to be fully remote
  • Generous paid time off and 8 paid holidays
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Paid parental leave
  • Medical/prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
  • Wellness programs for health insurance savings
  • Identity Shield and LegalShield programs
  • Life assistance programs
  • Corporate wear reimbursement
  • Employee referral bonus
  • 401K plan with immediate employee participation and generous company match
  • Tuition and professional licensure/certification reimbursement program
  • Paid memberships to professional organizations
  • Paid seminars and conferences
  • A variety of mentoring and training programs
  • Company picnics and seasonal events
  • Social and team-building opportunities
  • Fun sports leagues such as softball, basketball, bowling, cycling, disc golf, and others
  • This position may be eligible for discretionary bonus programs based on individual and company financial performance 
  • Pay range: $105,000 - $140,000+ dependent on experience

Requirements

Civil Engineer - Site Design - Hybrid - Skills and Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from a U.S. accredited college or university.
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration in Illinois.
  • Minimum of eight (8) years progressive experience years of experience in design of site related elements for retail, commercial, industrial, multi-family residential, hospitality, or mixed-use development/redevelopment projects with at least 2 years of experience as a project manager or manager-level responsibilities. 
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, hydrology and hydraulic software.
  • Applicable U.S. based work experience

We are proud to be an EOE/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disabled employer. Visit raSmith.com to explore some of our projects, check out testimonials from staff and clients, and learn more about what makes us stand out in our industry.

Key Skills
Project ManagementSite DesignAutoCAD Civil 3DHydrology SoftwareHydraulic SoftwareClient Relationship ManagementBudget ManagementPermittingQuality ControlProposal PreparationTechnical MentorshipSite Development
Categories
EngineeringConstructionManagement & LeadershipConsulting
Benefits
Hybrid home/office-based environmentPotential to be fully remoteGenerous paid time off8 paid holidaysFlexible work schedulesPaid parental leaveMedical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA)Flexible Spending Account (FSA)Wellness programsIdentity Shield and LegalShield programsLife assistance programsCorporate wear reimbursementEmployee referral bonus401K plan with company matchTuition and professional licensure/certification reimbursementPaid memberships to professional organizationsPaid seminars and conferencesMentoring and training programsCompany picnics and seasonal eventsSocial and team-building opportunitiesSports leagues
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Lead site development and redevelopment projects from initial planning through design, permitting, and construction. Serve as the primary client contact while managing project scope, budgets, and technical delivery.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
235
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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