Engineering Office Leader/Project Manager

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson; Sylva (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Sylva, NC seeks an Engineering Office Leader/Project Manager. This role involves managing office operations, developing client relationships, and ensuring project objectives are achieved on time and within budget. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program and a Professional Engineer License, along with 10+ years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a specialized discipline.
• Experience with project management and business development preferred.
• Experience with multiple project delivery methods.

Responsibilities

• Manage office operations and project delivery.
• Develop business and marketing strategies.
• Supervise staff and coordinate with headquarters.
• Ensure project objectives are met within budget and schedule.

Skills

Client management

Financial oversight

Staff supervision

Project scheduling

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program

Professional Engineer License

Job description

Engineering Office Leader/Project Manager

Location: Sylva, NC – Full‑Time/Regular

Position Summary

Responsible for running the operations of the office, including the formulation of business, marketing, and strategic planning. Supervises office staff and coordinates with the main office. Ensures delivery of all project objectives for assigned projects, covering scope, schedule, and budget.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Maintain existing and develop new clients.
• Maintain close liaison with clients to resolve project questions.
• Monitor and manage work‑in‑process, billings, outstanding accounts receivable, and initial collection efforts for projects.
• Forecast administrative, staffing, and facility needs for the office.
• Review the design and production work of staff to ensure it meets the highest professional standards and company conformance.
• Strive continually to see work completed on time and within allocated budget.
• Coordinate with JMT Senior Management to evaluate the performance of the branch office.
• Carry out marketing and financial objectives and policies established by the Board of Directors.
• Coordinate assignment of manpower with the main office in a timely forecast of project needs.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the firm’s policies and applicable laws.
• Interview, hire, train, assign, and direct work; appraise performance, reward, and discipline employees; address complaints and resolve problems.
• Maintain professional licensure in the state of residence and the District of Columbia; supervise production of construction documents, facility studies, and architectural/engineering reports.
• Seal/sign construction documents.
• Monitor schedules, budgets, accounts receivable, and manpower requirements; prepare invoices.
• Develop project management plans for assigned projects.
• Create and maintain project schedules.
• Develop and coordinate project scope.
• Manage subconsultants.
• Develop extra work order requests and open‑end contract task proposals.
• Assist Section Heads, Office Managers, and Practice Leaders with marketing proposals.

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an ABET‑accredited engineering program.
• Professional Engineer License.
• 10+ years’ experience in a specialized discipline.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications Preferred

• CAPM or PMP certification.
• Experience working with local clients at the county and state level.
• Project management and business development experience.
• Experience with multiple project delivery methods (e.g., Design‑Bid‑Build, Design‑Build, P3).
• Experience managing multi‑discipline project teams.

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment. The role is generally sedentary but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate, with no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, or other elements within the office environment.

EEO Statement

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

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