Senior Project Manager, Site Civil / Residential

Senior Project Managers are responsible and accountable for the systematic and consistent execution of projects including the supervision and management of clients, people, processes, and resources for the mutual success of our Clients, Department, and Company.

Responsibilities include coordination, communication, and enforcement of Company and Department processes, procedures, and standards and the promotion of Company culture and core values.

They are responsible for the success and mentoring of the staff on their teams. This position is a hybrid role, based out of our Charlotte office, working with our Site Civil Practice Area.

Duties and Responsibilities

Project, Client, and Team Management

• Track and coordinate resource needs with PMs and other Departments
• Forecast workload for Team and address gaps or excessive workloads
• Manage critical projects, delegate projects, and engage in design as necessary
• Prepare critical agreements including scope, schedule, fees, and terms and conditions and communicate to project team members;

review and authorize agreements for PMs; review and approve subconsultant agreements

• Monitor and report the financial performance of all Team projects and proactively address changes in scope, billing processes, schedules, and any settlements
• Responsible for oversight of the Team and potentially approval for designs, construction plans, bid documents, technical specifications, and construction cost estimates
• Provide direction to and monitoring of your Team, utilizing experience to resolve scope, design, and other challenges ensuring adherence to all standards, QA / QC processes, and other policies related to project execution and management
• Participate in project funding discussions and grant applications as appropriate

Technical and Practice Leadership

• Responsible and accountable for coordination, input, and enforcement of all technical aspects and policies of the Department and Company
• Provide technical expertise and leadership for Team and Department. Determine and implement improved techniques, approaches, and alternative solutions
• Lead quality control / quality assurance development and implementation consistent with Company and Department standards and the requirements of our clients and regulatory agencies
• Responsible for setting, monitoring, and achieving financial goals for the Team

Personnel and Team Leadership

• Lead, supervise, and monitor all assigned Team Members to achieve the goals and strategies for the Department
• Lead and / or participate in mentoring, career path planning and development (including training plans), performance plans, mentoring, and resource sharing for all Team Members
• Lead, develop, and implement effective communication, performance management, and strategic skills needed to achieve Company, Department, Team, and project goals.
• Lead, develop, and participate in Department / Company recruitment efforts and building your Team as directed

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• 12+ years of engineering experience with 6+ years managing teams
• Licensed Professional Engineer or ability to obtain registration within six months
• Self-motivated, engaged, team-oriented, and strategic thinking with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision
• Strong leadership and team building and engagement skills as well as excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Knowledge of accounting principles, including budgeting and forecasting
• Execute multiple tasks under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
• Experience with business and strategic planning processes
• Proven track record of developing existing and new client relationships, mentoring and coaching

Preferred :

Project Manager training and / or certifications

Working Conditions

The assignment will require occasional evening and weekend work, infrequent job site visits outdoors, and working in a collaborative, fast-paced, and client-driven environment.