About the Opportunity:
Are you a passionate Civil Engineer ready to take your career to the next level? Join a team where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth are prioritized. At Commercial Development Resources, we foster a culture where every team member is valued, supported, and encouraged to succeed.
We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a $3,000 relocation stipend for eligible candidates. Your dedication and contributions are recognized and rewarded as we continue to grow our reputation for excellence across Southern California and beyond.
About Us:
Founded in 2007 and based in Costa Mesa, CA, we specialize in civil engineering, dry utility coordination, and landscape architecture. Our client-focused, results-driven approach has earned us a loyal client base, including corporate developers and individual landowners. As trusted partners in land development, our projects span Southern California and are expanding nationally.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a Project Manager – Civil Engineer to lead and manage land development projects from initial planning through final design and permitting. In this full-time, in-office role, you will oversee a team of designers, collaborate with leadership, and ensure the successful delivery of high-quality projects that exceed client expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
Maintain a positive, growth-oriented mindset with a strong commitment to learning and development
Lead a design team using AutoCAD and Civil 3D to create land development construction drawings
Manage all phases of land development projects (e.g., high-density residential, shopping centers, auto dealerships, gas stations, amusement parks, QSR developments)
Oversee the entitlement process and secure grading permits, encroachment permits, and other necessary approvals
Ensure civil engineering plans meet QA/QC standards and are delivered on time and within budget
Establish project-specific design criteria while adhering to general standards and company best practices
Mentor and manage associate engineers and designers with an efficient, problem-solving leadership style
Produce accurate, competitive project proposals and assist with business development efforts
Uphold company standards and embody our core values in all interactions
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
6+ years of experience in land development
Strong client management, project management, and team leadership skills
Ability to multitask effectively and manage project budgets and timelines
Proficient in AutoCAD (experience with Civil 3D preferred)
EIT certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
