Program Manager - Civil Engineering

CDR Companies; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

CDR Maguire Engineering seeks a seasoned Project Manager to lead multiple transportation projects, planning, organizing, and controlling efforts in support of the Regional Program Management Director. You will coordinate design reviews, manage budgets and contracts, and mentor staff across the division.

Qualified candidates have a PE, 10+ years in civil engineering design or management, and strong communication; familiarity with PennDOT and FHWA policies is essential.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible engineering design or design management experience.
• Proficiency with PennDOT Design Manuals 1–5 and related DOT/FHWA policies.
• Certified Project Management Professional preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple concurrent projects for an agency program, including budget control and funding oversight.
• Monitor project performance and develop action plans for schedule or quality issues.
• Coordinate and chair design reviews and related meetings.
• Manage contracts and work with grant agencies at state and federal levels.
• Mentor agency staff and promote client service excellence across divisions.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Professional Engineer (PE)

PM certification

DOT/FHWA knowledge

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Tools

PennDOT Design Manuals 1-5

DOT/FHWA guidelines

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

This role will be responsible for performing a variety of complex project management functions for multiple transportation projects. It is expected the position may plan, organize, lead, implement, and control various projects in support of the Regional Program Management Director and in conjunction with other project managers in the division.

JOB SUMMARY:

This role will be responsible for performing a variety of complex project management functions for multiple transportation projects. It is expected the position may plan, organize, lead, implement, and control various projects in support of the Regional Program Management Director and in conjunction with other project managers in the division.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Oversee multiple concurrent projects for an agency program; including financial management, funding oversight, project management and administration, and reimbursement processes
• Proactively monitor the performance of projects, including quality, schedule and budgets. Develop plan of action to address any hurdles forecasted to impact the project performance, as needed
• Oversee and coordinate technical design and plan reviews
• Coordinate and chair meetings to review design progress, utility, right of way, PUC, railroad, and other related meetings may be required
• Manage contracts, agreements, and work with grant agencies at the state and federal levels, such as PennDOT and FHWA
• Monitor and track project budgets and funding; and manage the agency's funding program.
• Develop in-depth understanding of right-of-way processes, and applicable federal, state and local agency requirements and regulations.
• Develop close working relationships and mentor the agency staff
• Stay up-to-date with new technology and construction techniques.
• Oversee and mentor project managers, and administrative and support staff
• Implement the company Quality Management Plan on projects under the program.
• Promote excellent internal and external client service throughout the division and the organization
• Provide support to other company divisions, as needed.

OTHER PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

• Travel as required and as it relates to above duties or as directed by supervisor.
• Attend training prerequisites as provided by Company
• Other duties that may arise from time-to-time and/or are commensurate with the title and position

Requirements

• B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Registered Professional Engineer.
• Certified Project Management Professional preferred
• Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible engineering design or engineering design management related experience
• Proficiency in PennDOT Design Manuals 1 through 5, and applicable manuals, such as PennDOT Publications 93 and 740
• Applied knowledge of DOT and FHWA policies and procedures is required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

About CDR|M:

CDR Maguire delivers engineering consulting services, emergency management solutions, and disaster health and medical services. Founded in 1938, the firm has grown with offices across the nation. Serving clients in New England, Pennsylvania, and Florida, CDR Maguire Engineering is a full-service infrastructure consulting firm that operates at the intersection of innovation and alternative project delivery solutions. Partnering with clients to solve their most complex challenges, CDR Maguire Engineering provides a full continuum of services, including project and program management, transportation design, and construction engineering management and inspection.

CDR Maguire is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and EO/AAN/D. Must be able to work in the United States to apply.

Benefits:

CDR Maguire provides employees competitive benefits packages and the resources to develop and succeed in both their professional and personal lives. We support employees and their eligible family members with a comprehensive benefits program, which provides variety and flexibility to meet individual needs.