Transportation Project Manager

Mark Thomas is hiring a Project Manager to join our Southern California transportation team. The role of a Project Manager is to win new business or secure repeat business and manage all aspects of multiple projects using company project controls, available staff, and sub-consultant resources.

This includes monitoring the budgetary health of the projects and providing a greater level of client care. The individual production and coordination efforts are reduced with the balance of the role being the actual management of the projects.

The qualified candidate will develop their own client base through business development activities and a higher level of client care, developing long-standing, positive client relationships.

The supervisory responsibilities include the training, development and mentoring of direct reports, and assigned staff to responsible projects.

The Project Manager will need to maintain a broad view of the project and communicate this view through direct, ongoing communication with relevant staff, clients, and sub-consultants.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leads project teams to successful completion of quality deliverables
• Provides project delivery oversight and accountability for assigned projects
• Effectively communicates (verbal and written) technical approach to projects and successful proposal strategies to staff, clients, and sub-consultants
• Performs the necessary functions and tasks to manage direct reports effectively
• Manages quality, budget, and schedule of responsible projects
• Engages with all aspects of project proposals
• Participates in project interviews with potential / existing clients
• Communicates effectively to all levels within the organization
• Develops and leads a cohesive team to achieve project objectives
• Generates sufficient business to sustain and grow responsible group
• Engages and participates in recruiting and retention activities
• Promotes and supports an inclusive work environment
• Performs project and administrative work as appropriate

QUALIFICATIONS

• Meets / exceeds competencies of Senior Project Engineer
• 8 - 10 + years progressively responsible experience
• BS in civil in engineering or related discipline required
• California Professional Engineer (PE) license required; or PE in another state with the ability to obtain CA Licensure within one year
• Demonstrated proficiency and knowledge of general engineering and design principals
• Proficient in MS PowerPoint and MS Project
• Knowledge of overall project deliverable processes (PSR, PAED, PS&E)
• Knowledge of effective business development practices
• Competent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated understanding of project financials and metrics
• Demonstrated knowledge of project management practices
• Demonstrated ability to direct and delegate work assignments
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with a variety of unique and diverse people and personalities
• Possession of a valid driver's license

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

Mark Thomas offers a fantastic benefits and compensation package to include :

• Competitive salary and incentives to include employee referral bonuses, certification and licensing incentives (PLA, PLS, PE, LSIT, EIT), and eligibility for year-end performance incentives
• 401k and ESOP retirement benefits to include profit sharing and a 401k match
• Paid-time off benefits to include PTO, public holidays + additional holidays, bereavement leave, jury / civic time, licensing & certification exam time
• Employer-paid vision insurance, basic life insurance, short-term & long-term disability, long-term care insurance, inclusive family planning & fertility resources, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), travel insurance, and in-house wellness education & challenges
• Voluntary medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and pet insurance
• FSA programs for medical, dependent care, commuter & parking
• Reimbursements for certification and licensing exams and study classes and materials
• Tuition reimbursement, paid annual dues for industry professional / societal organizations, memberships, and events
• Budgeted time for training and career development
• Flexible schedules and hybrid and primarily remote work environments

The offered rate of compensation (California locations only) will be based on individual education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location.

The base compensation range for this position is $146,000.00 - $185,000.00 annually.

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Mark Thomas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. Mark Thomas welcomes all.