Engineering Project Portfolio Manager

ZipRecruiter; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 126,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

T&M Associates is seeking an Engineering Project Portfolio Manager to oversee a variety of civil engineering projects. The role encompasses project management, mentorship, and collaboration across teams to achieve strategic goals. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in civil engineering, leadership skills, and relevant certifications.

Benefits

Comprehensive insurance (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Flexible work schedules

Wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Relevant project management certifications like PMP.
• Experience in managing large civil engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and monitor key KPIs for projects.
• Mentor Project Managers and develop training standards.
• Assist in strategy development and project prioritization.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Relevant Certifications

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

T&M Associates is seeking a skilled and experienced Engineering Project Portfolio Manager (PPM) to oversee a collection of civil engineering projects and ensure their alignment with T&M’s organization-wide goals. This opportunity is available in any of our regions including NJ, PA or OH.

The Project Portfolio Manager will work on projects across all 5 of T&M’s primary markets, including Transportation, Water, Environmental, Building Services and Community & Land Development. This individual will work closely with Regional Business Managers, Department Managers, and project teams to prioritize, manage, and deliver successful projects that contribute to T&M’s strategic objectives in these markets.

This individual will also offer project management related mentorship and standards development for those within T&M’s project management community. PPM’s may directly manage projects themselves in addition to overseeing a broader portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Oversight: Provides general oversight over the projects within their portfolio, monitoring key KPIs such as variance and net labor multiplier. Track the progress and performance of projects and implement processes for regular reporting and review project outcomes in support of T&M's financial goals.
• Mentorship: Acts as a mentor for the PMs within their portfolio and within the overall PM community. Will conduct regular check-ins with PMs to discuss challenges, assess or review risks, share experiences, offer guidance, and share context behind portfolio decisions and strategic choices.
• Training and Standards Development: Works with their peers and corporate stakeholders to develop standards, best practices, and methodologies applicable to project management.
• Participation in T&M’s Project Management Community. Works as a visible and contributory member of the PM community, actively sharing knowledge, collaborating, and working to continuously improve project management at T&M. Will assist managers with development plans for employees who have shown an interest in the PM Career Pathway as well as those actively acting as a PM.
• Project Manager Evaluation: Assess the capabilities and performance of current and potential Project Managers, offering input to direct managers regarding promotions and areas of improvement.
• Strategy Development: The Portfolio Program Manager helps define the vision, goals, and objectives within the PM community to ensure alignment with the company’s overall strategic goals. This may include selecting and prioritizing projects within a portfolio based on the strategic importance, impact on business outcomes, and resource ability.
• Project Learning: Reflects on lessons learned from previous projects and peers, applying this knowledge to coach and train the T&M PM community.
• Project Audit and Review: Holds audits and project review meetings related to projects within the portfolio.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required, advanced degree .
• Relevant certifications, including PMP, PfMP, PgMP, PMI or PMI-SP are highly .
• Proven experience in managing large, complex projects in the civil engineering field with strong record of project performance and contribution.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to mentor and develop project management teams.
• Expertise in project management best practices and financial oversight.
• Proficiency in managing multiple stakeholders and resources.

T&M Associates is committed to pay transparency and equitable compensation practices in compliance with applicable laws, including the New Jersey Equal Pay Act. T&M estimates that the salary range for this position will fall between $126,000 - $164,000. The actual salary offered may vary within this range, depending on a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, educational qualifications, specific skills and knowledge, as well as internal pay equity and geographic location.

T&M Associates offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional growth of our employees. Benefits include comprehensive insurance (medical, dental and vision), a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, flexible work schedules, wellness programs, and professional development opportunities — all within a people-first, award-winning hybrid work environment. See more details about benefits here.

If this sounds like a company you want to be part of then apply now!

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