Public Works Project Manager

Public Works Project Manager

Loveland, CO

Full Time

Agency and Engineering

Manager/Supervisor

Lead the Vision, Build the Future Drive Development as a Project Manager at TAIT

Why TAIT?

Strategic Leadership Own projects from start to finish with autonomy and support

Multifaceted Role Blend design, team leadership, and client collaboration

Technical Mastery Lead complex land development using Civil 3D and AutoCAD

Career Growth Mentor engineers and grow with a collaborative team

Real Impact Shape infrastructure across grading, drainage, and utilities

From vision to realitylead the transformation at TAIT.

Role at a Glance

At TAIT, our Public Works Project Managers don't just manage projectsthey help shape communities. As a key leader in our engineering team, you'll guide the design and delivery of public roadway and utility improvements that improve everyday life. You'll have both the autonomy and support to lead meaningful projects, develop strong client relationships, and mentor emerging talent.

What You'll Do

Lead public infrastructure projects from proposal through completionbalancing technical execution, schedules, and budgets.

Build and maintain strong client relationships; prepare proposals, negotiate fees, and ensure ongoing satisfaction.

Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants to develop comprehensive, high-quality designs.

Navigate plan approvals with public agencies and ensure compliance with all requirements.

Mentor and manage design engineers and CAD staff, delegating responsibilities while fostering professional growth.

Perform technical oversight and problem-solving, applying sound engineering principles.

Support business development initiatives alongside senior leadership.

What You'll Need

B.S. in Civil Engineering.

Current Colorado P.E. license.

Minimum 5 years' experience designing public roadway infrastructure projects and developing construction specifications.

At least 3 years' experience in a Project Manager role, with a proven ability to lead teams and manage deliverables.

Deep knowledge of civil engineering design standards in a municipal context.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience as an on-call engineer for local municipalities.

Field experience coordinating with contractors and conducting construction inspections.

Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D; skilled in preparing grading, utility, and site plans.

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Physical Requirements

Ability to walk job sites and carry survey equipment if needed.

Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally to project sites.

Salary and Benefits

Salary range for position: $100,000/yr - $140,000/yr

Benefits

TAIT invests in you by providing a comprehensive compensation and benefits program along with the opportunity for professional growth and development. Our benefits package includes valuable and affordable options for health, dental, vision, employer paid life insurance, 401(k) with match, generous paid time off and other supplemental benefits. TAIT's core value is its culture of kindness. With this, you'll find a family-oriented environment and flexibility to manage work and life with a rewarding career. Here are some benefits you can find when you join the TAIT Team:

Flexible Work Schedule Options - Remote, Hybrid, In-Person

Medical options including PPO and HDHP with Health Savings Accounts (no extra charges for spouse or dependent coverage)

Dental Plans with little to no deductible

Vision PPO plan that's accepted widely from local offices to large retailers

Company paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Life, Accident and Critical Illness plans

Dependent Care and Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement plan 401(k) with employer match

Paid time off to relax and recharge with vacation, holidays, and sick time.

Annual memberships with Strava and Headspace for additional health and wellness benefits

Maternity and Paternity leave time options to care for the newest little family members

Support for professional growth and development.

Corporate Lodging Program (CLC)

TAIT is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or any other legally protected status. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company will make reasonable accommodations to assist in the application process upon the request of an applicant. No question on this application is intended to secure information to be used for discriminatory purposes.