Assistant Project Manager – Municipal Engineering

Benesch Alfred & Co; Kansas City (MO); Presencial; USD 80.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible work schedules

Paid Time Benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Descripción de la vacante

A growing engineering firm is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer/Project Manager to lead municipal engineering projects in Detroit, MI. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience, strong project management skills, and excellent communication abilities. This role involves overseeing project completion, managing client relationships, and ensuring high-quality work. Benefits include flexible schedules, professional development opportunities, and a robust Total Rewards package. Join a team that values dedication and offers opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Formación

• 10+ years of relevant experience in municipal engineering projects.
• Experience with MDOT roadway design and MDOT LAP projects.
• Knowledge of municipal engineering from design through construction.

Responsabilidades

• Successfully complete engineering projects including planning and coordination.
• Prepare project proposals and manage project schedules.
• Oversee staff and ensure compliance with engineering standards.

Conocimientos

Project management

Client relationship building

Excellent written communication

Conflict resolution

Leadership

Educación

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Herramientas

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Descripción del empleo

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

Benesch has an exciting opportunity for a creative and talented Senior Civil Engineer/Project Manager to focus on municipal engineering projects in our Detroit, MI office. The qualified applicant will demonstrate an established career in civil engineering, including project management and business development experience. This position requires self‑motivation, commitment to high‑quality work, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work with clients and the public. Leadership of staff on a project team is also desired.

Location

This position will be based out of our Detroit, MI office.

Area of Responsibilities

• Responsible for successful completion of engineering projects including preparation, planning, scheduling, conducting and coordinating of all technical activities on assigned projects.
• Responsible for the preparation of engineering project proposals.
• Plans, schedules, conducts and coordinates assigned engineering work, monitors work for compliance with applicable codes, accepted engineering practices and standards, and ensures effective communication and coordination on assigned projects between all disciplines and all other project consultants.
• Responsible for resolving conflicts with clients and Project Team by handling complaints, settling disputes, and addressing grievances.
• Main point of contact in the day‑to‑day interaction with the Client’s designated representative, jurisdictional agency personnel as well as coordination of all internal activities performed by engineering staff.
• Responsible for overseeing the preparation and quality of utility (water main and sewer) plans, roadway plans, site plans, grading plans, drainage plans, traffic control plans and similar plan sheets by the civil engineering design team, and obtaining the necessary permits.
• Responsible for developing long‑range objectives and specifying strategies to achieve these objectives.
• Train and teach others by identifying educational needs and communicating training needs to management.
• The Project Manager will set an example for the design team in areas including punctuality, professionalism, dedication, attention to detail and design excellence.

What We Are Looking for

• Hold a Bachelor of Science or Civil Engineering Degree
• 10+ years relevant experience on municipal engineering projects with established professional relationships with county and local agency leaders in Michigan.
• Experience in building and maintaining client relationships.
• Excellent written and communication skills specifically for proposals, business development and presentations.
• Prior experience as a project engineer or assistant project engineer performing oversight and administration for municipal engineering projects, preferably in Michigan.
• Experience with MDOT roadway design and MDOT LAP projects.
• Knowledge of municipal engineering from the design stage through final construction.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D.
• Ability to develop innovative solutions and sustain partnerships.
• Ability to resolve conflicts in a professional manner.

Explore the Benefits of Working at Benesch!

At Benesch, we prioritize the health and wellness of our employees, offering insurance, retirement plans, wellness programs and a Total Rewards package that can be customized to meet individual needs.

Professional Development

• Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders.
• Tuition reimbursement for job‑related courses.
• Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings and training sessions.
• Personalized training and career development plans with your manager.
• Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications.
• Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement.
• Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge.
• Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit‑sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%).

Work/Life Balance

• Flexible work schedules and hours, including work‑from‑home options (dependent on the role).
• Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career.
• Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time‑off plans for extended vacations or life events.
• Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement.

Employee Engagement

• We encourage team members to extend their impact beyond their core responsibilities. Join our employee resource groups and committees to enhance work‑life balance and contribute to community‑focused initiatives. We support programs including community service, student scholarships, and matching gift opportunities.

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment. If you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch’s Careers website due to a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing [e-mail].

We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.