Project Manager for Master Planning and Conceptual Engineering

Sherwood Design Engineers
New York, NY, US
$135.1K-$165.2K a year
Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

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About Sherwood Design Engineers

Sherwood is a civil and environmental engineering firm that is committed to investing in and embracing people, communities, and the environment.

Our team has delivered net zero energy and net zero carbon systems, net positive water systems, resilient coastlines, natural resource protection, green streets, living roofs and more for thousands of clients in the region and across the globe.

We specialize in sustainable infrastructure, water management strategies, green building design, and systems-based solutions for infrastructure and landscapes.

Our focus is on the conservation and management of the consumption of all site resources carbon, energy, water, and waste.

We’ve worked on over thirty award-winning projects, and our work has been published locally and internationally.

Founded in 2003, our award-winning projects include Hudson Yards in New York (the largest private real estate development in U.

S. history), San Francisco Better Streets Plan, Greater New Orleans Urban Water Plan, revitalization of the iconic waterfront Brooklyn Bridge Park, and the 35 square-km Baie tan Urban Area Plan in the heart of Guangzhou, China.

Our mission is to engineer an environmentally and socially regenerative planet. Will you join us?

Role Summary

As a Planning Project Manager (PPM) for Master Planning and Conceptual Engineering, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating multi-disciplinary engineering and technical teams, leading in-house landscape architects, urban planners and computational designers to develop and drive an integrated narrative for infrastructure and ecological systems that directly inform the design of the urban design and landscape planning.

You will collaborate with professionals from various disciplines to drive the development of master plans and conceptual engineering solutions for large-scale land development projects.

The PPM will take a prominent role in expanding our practice in Planning and Conceptual Engineering MENA Focus Region .

We value collaboration that incorporates multiple perspectives and believe that diverse ideas produce more robust and equitable solutions.

The PPM will focus on pre-design which may include master planning, concept design, feasibility assessments, business case making, and narrative development to support our sustainable civil engineering practice.

This role requires flexibility in thought, innovation, creativity, basic knowledge of site, civil and landscape engineering, proactive client engagement, and excellent presentation skills.

Minimum Skills

Typically, 8+ years of master planning, conceptual engineering, and infrastructure design experience

Typically 4+ years of construction documentation experience and built projects

Bachelor’s degree in planning, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, Architecture or other related design fields

Proven experience in project management for large-scale (50+ acre and $500k+) land development projects

Basic understanding of Site Design including Grading, Earthwork Stormwater Management / Hydrologic Cycle, Road Design, Utility Systems Layout & Sizing

Experience mentoring staff in various graphics platforms such as Rhino, InDesign, illustrator, photoshop, slide decks, GIS and CAD

Excellent ability to communicate in both writing and verbally the full scope and vision of a project and identify opportunities for integration with other consultant scopes

Proven ability to identify opportunities for involvement outside of scope and proactively engage clients to unlock organic growth opportunities

Strong passion for and track record in engaging client organizations to identify and win new projects

Proficiency with visual communication and digital collaboration tools

Ability to travel to other offices / sites as needed

Preferred Skills

Master’s or PhD degree in relevant field

Knowledge of programs (Computational Design Tools, Civil 3D, Storm and Sewer Analysis, Hydro CAD, Flowmaster, StormCAD, etc.)

Relevant certifications or other sustainability-oriented accreditation (iLEED , Envision, Living Building Challenge, EcoDistricts, DBIA)

Professional Registration (PE, APA, LA) or ability to obtain within one year after starting the role

Experience leading at least two successful business development pursuits of $250,000+ design fee

Expected Outcomes

Efficiently coordinate multi-disciplinary teams for successful master planning and conceptual engineering projects

Lead in-house teams, fostering an integrated narrative for infrastructure and ecological systems

Drive urban design and landscape planning, expanding the Planning and Conceptual Engineering practice in the MENA Focus Region

Lead sustainable engineering through pre-design activities, encompassing master planning, concept design, feasibility assessments, business case development, and narrative creation

Effectively communicate project scope and vision, identifying opportunities for expanded involvement

Demonstrate passion for engaging clients, winning new projects, and leading successful business development pursuits

Dedicate efforts to recruit, build, mentor, and foster a diverse team, displaying flexibility in thought and innovation

Develop and implement innovative design techniques to enhance project productivity

Directly oversee and manage engineering, planning, and design efforts from project inception to completion

Ensure diligent and timely compliance with company business practices, including maintaining a Professional Registration (PE, APA, LA)

What We Offer

Own a part of the firm with ESOP eligibility after one year

Flexible working - with every other Friday off

Competitive Health plans, including PPO and HMO options, Dental and Vision plans

Learning and Development stipend to use as you see fit

Generous PTO and 8 paid holidays

Automatic 401k enrollment

Fun team events, lunches and happy hours to get to know colleagues outside of work

A tangible opportunity to truly help the environment!

Compensation :

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to : skill sets;

experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Sherwood Design Engineers, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $135,146 to $165,179. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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