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Assistant Project Manager - Civil Engineering

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Job Description

Assistant Project Manager – Civil Engineering

San Luis Obispo, CA | Central Coast Projects

Full-Time | Salary: $90,000–$110,000

A well-established civil engineering firm is looking for a driven

Assistant Project Manager

to play a key role in the

design and technical development of civil engineering projects , with the opportunity to support project management functions and client coordination. If you enjoy hands-on design and are eager to grow into a leadership role, this is an ideal next step.

What You’ll Be Doing

Lead civil design efforts, including

grading, drainage, water and sewer systems , and

stormwater management (SWM/SWCP) .

Produce

Design Documents

for project entitlements and

Construction Documents

for residential, commercial, and public works projects.

Perform hydrology calculations and prepare reports that align with municipal and regulatory standards.

Use

AutoCAD Civil 3D

and hydrology software to develop clear, code-compliant engineering plans.

Assist with project management tasks such as tracking

budgets, schedules, and consultant coordination .

Communicate with clients, consultants, and permitting agencies to ensure expectations are clear and execution is smooth.

Help

mentor junior engineers

and contribute to a collaborative, growth-oriented team environment.

What You Bring

B.S. in Civil Engineering or related field

PE license in California

(or EIT with intent to obtain PE soon)

4–6 years of experience in civil engineering with an emphasis on technical design

Strong experience in

AutoCAD Civil 3D;

hydrology software a bonus

Experience in

grading, drainage, utilities , and

stormwater

design

Familiarity with municipal

SWM/SWCP

regulations

Solid organizational skills and the ability to juggle design work with project coordination

A collaborative mindset and desire to mentor junior staff

Compensation & Perks

$90,000–$110,000/year , based on experience

Employer-sponsored

health & dental insurance

Company-matching

retirement plan

Paid holidays, vacation, and professional development opportunities

A supportive, team-first environment with mentoring and career growth built in

Looking to take your design skills to the next level while stepping into project leadership? Let’s talk.