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Are you ready to take ownership of your future? At Mattern & Craig, we're not just hiring a Project Manager — we're inviting you to become a key part of an employee-owned firm where your voice matters and your contributions directly shape the company's success.

As a Project Manager in our Civil Engineering division, you'll step into a leadership role that offers:

• Real influence over projects and outcomes.
• Clear paths for advancement in a company where growth is tied to your initiative.
• A tight-knit team environment with the agility to take on exciting, impactful work.

What Makes Mattern & Craig Different?

• Employee Ownership: You're not just working for a company — you're helping lead it. Our employee-owners share in the firm's financial success and help shape its direction.
• Small Firm Culture, Big Firm Capability: Enjoy the flexibility and camaraderie of a small team, backed by the resources and expertise to tackle complex projects.
• Supportive Benefits: We invest in your well-being with comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, and generous paid time off.

Why Virginia? Why Now?

The state features top-ranking public schools, reputable universities like the University of Virginia and Virginia Tech, and high graduation rates. Health care access is strong, with highly rated hospitals and specialized medical centers across the state.

Relocating to Roanoke means more than just a new job — it's a lifestyle upgrade:

When staying in the Roanoke Valley, your trip to Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains can include an exciting mix of things to do, first-class lodging, delicious cuisine, rich history, and charming Southern hospitality.

Imagine spending a day in the mountains driving along the Parkway, sampling wine from a local vineyard, hiking on a scenic trail, having a romantic dinner on a patio overlooking the valley, and listening to the symphony perform in a beautiful performance hall.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage multiple civil engineering design projects (utility, stormwater, land development).
• Develop project schedules and budgets.
• Supervise design team members and ensure quality assurance.
• Ensure compliance with design criteria and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in developing Statements of Qualifications (SOQs), technical proposals, and presentations.
• Coordinate with clients, sub-consultants, government, regulatory, and funding agencies.

Required Qualifications:

• VA Registered PE or ability to obtain VA licensure within 6 months.
• BSCE from ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in project management and client services.
• Strong engineering design and communication skills.
• Proven experience in client and project development.
• Leadership and team management capabilities.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with local government, utility, VDOT and land development projects.
• Familiarity with asset management and data analytics technology for utilities and local governments.

Additional Perks & Benefits

Company Culture & Structure:

• Employee-owned firm: Employees have a direct stake in the company's success and future.
• Small firm atmosphere with large firm capabilities.
• Agile team environment with exciting project opportunities.

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Company paid Health, dental, vision, Life & Disability insurance
• Retirement savings plans with company match
• 9 Holidays & Paid time off

If you're interested in an excellent opportunity to join a winning team, We would love to hear from you!