Manager, Contract Admin

WSB; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K with match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

WSB is seeking a Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary teams in delivering complex civil and construction projects from initiation through completion.

You will manage schedules, budgets, and client communications while ensuring quality and regulatory compliance across in-office and field settings. The role emphasizes leadership, coaching, and proactive risk management to meet financial and service targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management or related field from an accredited school.
• 6+ years of progressive experience in project management within the AEC industry
• Valid driver’s license with clean record; PE license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct all phases of project delivery from inception to completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and budgets; monitor progress and adjust to meet targets.
• Serve as primary client contact; manage expectations and relationships.
• Lead engineers, designers, and technicians; promote collaboration and accountability.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation; ensure quality and regulatory compliance.
• Manage contracts, subconsultants, and change orders; track invoicing and profitability.

Skills

Project management

Client relations

Team leadership

Budgets & scheduling

Risk management

Communication

Regulatory compliance

CAD/Bluebeam

BIM 360/Autodesk Construction Cloud

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management

Tools

CAD

Bluebeam Revu

BIM 360

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Forge ahead with WSB. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results, and we've dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas. The Project Manager is responsible for leading and delivering complex projects from inception through completion. This role ensures projects are executed on time, within scope, and on budget while maintaining the highest standards of quality and client satisfaction. The Project Manager will oversee multidisciplinary teams, manage resources, coordinate with stakeholders, and implement best practices to achieve operational and financial objectives. We've inspired each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us.

What You Will Do

• Direct all phases of project delivery, including Inspection, testing, permitting, and construction administration.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and work plans; monitor progress and adjust as needed to meet deadlines and financial targets.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring clear communication, managing expectations, and fostering long-term relationships.
• Lead and mentor project teams, including engineers, designers, and technicians; promote collaboration and accountability.
• Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies; ensure all deliverables meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Manage contracts, subconsultant agreements, and change orders; ensure compliance with terms and conditions.
• Track project financial performance, including invoicing, cost control, and profitability analysis.
• Prepare and present project status reports to internal leadership and clients.
• Assist with proposal preparation, fee estimates, and client presentations to secure new work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• May remain in stationary position for extended periods.
• Executes specific goals & operational plans for assigned teams against Group plans.
• Plans for upcoming work, allocates budgets, & schedules needed resources.
• Maintains adherence to quality standards and administrative policies (e.g., time sheets, expense reports).
• Leads people through coaching and development, effective performance management, and hiring and workforce planning.
• Oversees budgets and project portfolios aligned to team goals.
• Manages risk and resource planning for successful delivery.
• Manages day-to-day client relationships, ensuring consistent communication, issue resolution, and client satisfaction.
• Builds strong client relationships that support retention and repeat work.

What You Will Bring

• A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management or related field from an accredited school.
• 6+ years of progressive experience in project management within the AEC industry
• Possession of a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and the ability to operate a motor vehicle is required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Proficiency in CAD, Bluebeam Revu.
• Microsoft Suite Products (e.g. Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive, etc.).
• Experience with cloud-based design tools such as BIM 360 and Autodesk Construction Cloud.
• Work is primarily performed in an office and construction field environment.
• Must be able to work onsite at a WSB office, or construction field office's needed, up to five days per week, as required by the project, client, or hiring manager.
• Travel or field visits may be required to support project needs or stakeholder collaboration.
• Travel may be required.

Who We Are

WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.

Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short-and long-term disability, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.

WSB strives to ensure that its careers website is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application, please email [e-mail].

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e-mail us at [e-mail]. In your e-mail, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

WSB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by WSB, we reserve the right to pursue and hire any unsolicited candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.