Assistant Project Manager – Land Development

ESP Associates, Inc.; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) employer match

Paid holidays

PTO

Health insurance options

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

HSA

Job summary

McClelland Consulting Engineers (MCE), an ESP Company, is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to oversee land development projects in Arkansas, including site design for buildings, recreation facilities and trails, and to monitor progress against the project plan.

The role involves preparing construction documents with AutoCAD Civil 3D, coordinating with the project team, and reviewing plan comments to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or Landscape Architecture (Strongly Preferred).
• 4-5 years of related experience.
• PE or PLA licensure or ability to obtain licensure preferred (Arkansas licensure preferred).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop construction documents for site development projects using AutoCAD Civil 3D; documents include site plan, grading and drainage, utilities, erosion control, plan sheets and details.
• Coordinate with the project team to complete projects on time and on budget.
• Complete plan review comments from internal QC and city review processes.
• Prepare written communications, applications and reports.
• Review and ensure compliance with municipal zoning ordinances, geotechnical reports, and codes.
• Collaborate with engineering staff to identify opportunities/constraints and assist in meetings and submittals.
• Prepare for, attend, and lead meetings with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organization

Independent judgment

Initiative

Creativity

Problem solving

Verbal & written communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

McClelland Consulting Engineers (MCE), an ESP Company, is a regional, multidisciplined engineering consulting firm with more than 160 employees throughout four offices in Little Rock, Fayetteville, Fort Smith, and Rogers. We are focused on providing exceptional customer service by committing our time, energy and professionalism to complete projects that enhance the quality of life, improve infrastructure and offer positive economic impacts to improve the communities where we serve, live and work.

Summary

Assistant Project Manager (APM) designs construction projects dealing with Land Development projects such as site design for new buildings, recreational facilities, trails, drainage and other site related projects. In addition, the Assistant Project Manager monitors progress and performance against the project plan. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget.

Responsibilities

• Develop construction documents for site development projects using AutoCAD Civil 3D. Construction document sets include site plan, grading and drainage, utility, erosion control, plan sheets and applicable details
• Coordinate with the project team to develop and complete projects on time and on budget
• Complete plan review comments from internal quality control process and from the city review process
• Prepare written communications, applications, and reports
• Review and implement municipal zoning ordinances, geotechnical reports, as well as state and federal codes to ensure project compliance
• Work in partnership with engineering staff to identify opportunities and constraints for development sites, assist in municipal meetings and submittals, and complete plan revisions as needed to obtain project approval
• Preparing for, attending and leading meetings with internal and external clients

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Landscape Architecture (Strongly Preferred)
• 4-5 years of related experience required
• PE or PLA Licensure or ability to obtain licensure preferred (Arkansas licensure preferred)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or equivalent
• Microsoft Office
• Ethical Conduct
• Time Management
• Organization Skills
• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
• Exercising independent judgment
• Takes initiative
• Displays creativity
• Problem solving
• Time Management and Planning
• Strong communication, writing, technical and analytical skills
• Strong work ethic

Travel

Travel will be expected for this position but will not require regular overnight stays.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews.
• 401(k) (Traditional & Roth plans) with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% (eligibility at beginning of the quarter following 3 months’ employment)
• PTO (Paid Time Off) & 9 Paid Holidays
• Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days)
• Short-Term Disability Insurance (MCE self-insured)
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)
• Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account & Limited Flexible Spending Account
• HSA Savings Account
• Additional Optional Insurances Available