Senior Civil Project Manager

RE/SPEC Inc.

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Sarasota, FL, us on site Until 8/21/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted March 26, 2025 Last posted February 23, 2026
Job description

RESPEC seeks a Senior Civil Project Manager located in our Fort Myers or Sarasota, FL, location.

Founded in 1969, RESPEC is a global, 100 percent employee-owned consulting and services company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to complex challenges for private and public clients. Operating in 15 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces, with influence extending to 50 countries worldwide, RESPEC is a leader in water, mining, energy, natural resources, and infrastructure services. Our six market sectors—Mining & Energy, Water, Facilities, Transportation, Development Services, and Data & Technology—reflect our expertise and commitment to excellence. At RESPEC, we thrive on collaboration and partnership, applying advanced technology to achieve sustainable solutions and drive our projects forward. We are deeply invested in our employees’ success and well-being, fostering a supportive and innovative work environment where everyone can grow and contribute meaningfully. Our commitment to excellence is evident in our contributions to local communities and strategic alliances worldwide, ensuring that we continue to inspire and innovate in rapidly evolving technical environments.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.

This role involves all aspects of managing residential and commercial land development projects, including contracts, budgets, design, workload, and permitting. Responsibilities include:

  • Providing oversight on various construction projects and working with construction inspectors
  • Developing and producing conceptual, preliminary, and final construction design drawings
  • Assisting with the preparation of construction plans, detail drawings, and project specifications
  • Reviewing construction plans, performing horizontal and vertical roadway alignment calculations, and conducting utility research and coordination
  • Assisting with permitting submittals
  • Performing quantity calculations and completing engineering cost opinions

The ideal candidate will have the following:

  • BS in civil engineering, environmental engineering, or a related engineering field
  • A Professional Engineering (PE) license in Florida, or the ability to obtain or transfer license within 1 year of start date
  • Approximately 10+ years of experience
  • Experience in contract administration, permitting, earthwork, site grading, utilities, stormwater management, roadway design, hydrology and hydraulic calculations, and utility design
  • Familiarity with development and design processes that are specific to local geographic markets
  • Experience with AutoCAD and various hydrology/hydraulics software, including StormCAD, WaterCAD, ICPR, or similar software packages

Compensation: Salary depends on experience and expertise. The salary range for this position begins at $125,000. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package. RESPEC is a 100 percent employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.

Featured benefits:

  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 401(k) & ESOP (with company match up to 4%)
  • Professional Development and Training
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

About this role

Summary

Manage land development projects, oversee design, permits, budgets, and construction coordination.

Job title

Senior Civil Project Manager

Experience level

10+ years

Industry

consulting and services

Location requirements

Sarasota, FL, on-site, with some flexibility

Salary

$125,000 and up

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

civil engineeringPE license FloridaAutoCADStormCADWaterCADICPR

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

land developmentutilitiesroadway designhydrologyhydraulics
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Sarasota, FL, USA

On-site City