Civil Infrastructure Project Manager

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc (SSR) in Nashville is seeking a Project Manager I to lead small to mid‑size engineering projects. You will plan, execute, and monitor schedules, budgets, and quality while serving as the primary liaison between SSR and clients.

The role requires collaborative leadership with cross‑functional teams, staffing plans, and adherence to QA/QC requirements. You will attend client meetings, prepare proposals, and ensure timely delivery of deliverables and documentation.

Qualifications

• Technical or Bachelor's degree in a major technical discipline with four years related project experience OR ten years of related project experience.
• Professional Engineer licensure preferred.
• Strong knowledge of project management practices and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute project plans with low to medium scope.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and client communications.
• Prepare QA/QC plans and ensure project documentation.
• Lead kickoff meetings and coordinate cross‑disciplinary teams.

Skills

Presentation

Judgment/Decision‑Making

Relationship management

Organizational skills

Active listening

Delegation

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Speech clarity

Detail‑oriented

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical discipline

Professional Engineer licensure preferred

Tools

CRM software

Budgeting tools

eResource system

Job description

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc (SSR) in Nashville is seeking a Project Manager I to lead small to mid‑size engineering projects. You will plan, execute, and monitor schedules, budgets, and quality while serving as the primary liaison between SSR and clients.

The role requires collaborative leadership with cross‑functional teams, staffing plans, and adherence to QA/QC requirements. You will attend client meetings, prepare proposals, and ensure timely delivery of deliverables and documentation.