Engineering Office Manager

Volkert, Inc.

Lexington (KY)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching

Medical, Dental, & Vision

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employer-Paid Life insurance

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an experienced Engineering Office Manager in Lexington, KY. This position entails managing operations, leading roadway design projects, and guiding staff development. Ideal candidates should possess a degree in Civil Engineering, relevant licenses, and substantial experience in transportation projects. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

10+ years of progressive transportation/roadway design experience or natural gas project management.
5+ years of experience in management of engineering and support staff.
Valid driver’s license and Real ID.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

Manage marketing, financial, and fiscal responsibilities.
Lead design development and project execution.
Supervise and grow engineering staff.
Coordinate with subconsultants for project delivery.

Skills

Project management

Technical expertise in roadway design

Business development

Team building

Client relations

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering

Licensed Kentucky P.E.

Job description

Engineering Office Manager

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We are currently searching for an experienced Engineering Office Manager to support our Midwest Region located in Lexington, KY. This position is responsible for complex engineering design tasks as well as marketing, business development, and client contact.

Responsibilities

Principal in charge of managerial aspects of our Lexington, KY office most notably marketing, financial and fiscal responsibilities, team building and operations oversight
Senior level engineering technical expert, responsible for roadway design for our Kentucky projects and business development opportunities
Developing teams for project pursuits; working with marketing staff to develop proposals; attend presentations and interviews
Coordinating with subconsultants
Supervising, developing, and growing staff
Manage transportation projects to meet financial and technical requirements
Leading in the development of project designs and directing junior engineers, designers, and CADD technicians in Lexington and other Volkert offices, to successfully execute and deliver project work, while implementing client focused strategies
Applying established and well-defined engineering techniques, procedures, policies, or standards
Active in business development; marketing and client relations
Understands and adheres to assigned phase and task schedules and budgets to ensure timely and cost-effective completion of project
Adheres to company standards for quality assurance and quality control as defined in the quality manual
Coordinate with other Volkert Office Managers to work share
Prepare and deliver technical presentations
Additional activities include managing the design and delivery of projects profitably while being actively involved in design issues and troubleshooting

Qualifications

B.S. or M.S. in Civil engineering from ABET accredited engineering program
Licensed Kentucky P.E.
10+ years of progressive transportation/roadway design experience or natural gas project management
5+ years of experience in management of engineering and support staff and internal team development
Possess a strong understanding of project management
The ability to manage AND assist in the production of design deliverables
Experience working with DOT and/or major utility companies
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
If applicable to the position, a post offer fit for duty evaluation to ensure the individual can safely perform the essential functions of the role
Valid driver’s license and Real ID
A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Why Volkert?

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.

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