Civil Engineer - Assistant Project Manager

• Assistant Project Manager – Civil Engineering
• 📍 Arden, NC | Engineering

Grow Your Career. Build Real Projects.

Looking to take the next step in your civil engineering career? At FEI, you won’t just support projects—you’ll be part of building them from the ground up. We’re seeking an Assistant Project Manager who’s ready to grow their technical skills, gain project management experience, and work alongside a team that values collaboration, accountability, and doing things the right way.

What You’ll Do

Support Project Success

Partner with Project Managers to deliver accurate, high-quality land development projects

Help keep projects on track by supporting schedules, budgets, and overall performance

Design & Technical Work

Use AutoCAD Civil 3D to design:

Grading and erosion control plans

Water, sewer, and stormwater systems

Apply survey data and develop a strong understanding of how it impacts design

Coordinate & Communicate

Work with clients and regulatory agencies to move projects through approvals

Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely and efficient project delivery

Documentation & Problem Solving

Prepare plans, reports, specifications, and construction documents

Assist with permitting and agency coordination

Identify challenges, gather information, and help develop practical solutions

What You Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

2+ years of land development experience

Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D

Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability

Clear communication skills and a team-oriented mindset

Preferred Qualifications

North Carolina EI (Engineer-in-Training) registration

Experience with Ajera or similar project management software

Familiarity with permitting processes and agency coordination

Why FEI?

Hands-on experience with real projects and real responsibility

A supportive team environment focused on growth and development

Exposure to a wide range of land development work

• •Consistent schedule :
• Mon–Thu: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• Fri: 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM

What Success Looks Like

Delivering accurate, high-quality work

Building strong relationships with teammates and clients

Growing your technical and project management skills

Contributing to efficient, well-run projects

Additional Information

Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the U.S.

FEI does not provide visa sponsorship at this time

Direct applicants only—no recruiter submissions

If you’re ready to grow your skills, take on more responsibility, and be part of meaningful projects, we’d like to hear from you.