The Project Manager is responsible for planning, managing, and executing civil engineering, logistics, and construction-related projects from initial proposal development through project completion and closeout. This individual will coordinate internal teams, external engineering consultants, suppliers, and construction contractors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to established requirements.
The ideal candidate will have at least five years of project management experience in engineering or construction environments, with a strong understanding of civil engineering processes, project financials, contractor management, and project execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Work with engineering leadership to determine project scope, establish requirements, and develop project plans.
- Manage projects from initial proposal development and bidding through execution, delivery, and final closeout.
- Prepare cost estimates and proposal data, including anticipated labor, materials, time, and project expenses.
- Support proposal preparation, contract negotiations, and the bidding process.
- Monitor and control project budgets, costs, schedules, and contractual requirements.
- Proactively communicate projected cost overruns and budget concerns to management.
- Manage external engineering consultants, suppliers, vendors, and construction contractors throughout project execution.
- Coordinate project activities between customers, contractors, suppliers, and engineering partners.
- Review and interpret survey designs, LiDAR data, and construction documents.
- Support civil engineering and construction activities, including site planning, grading, drainage, and erosion control.
- Coordinate with governing agencies, including DOT representatives and county officials.
- Conduct site visits and provide on-site project support as needed.
- Lead external project meetings and communicate project requirements, progress, and updates effectively.
- Maintain project documentation and follow established standard operating procedures.
- Independently manage assigned projects from initial planning through final delivery.
- Identify project risks, resolve issues, and maintain progress in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of project management experience within engineering, construction, civil engineering, or a related industry.
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Experience managing engineering projects, construction activities, vendors, suppliers, and external contractors.
- Experience managing project budgets, cost estimates, proposals, and project schedules.
- Understanding of civil engineering and construction processes, materials, and documentation.
- Experience managing projects from proposal development through execution and closeout.
- Strong communication, analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and related project management tools.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with AutoCAD.
- Familiarity with ArcGIS and AutoTURN/Vehicle Tracking.
- Experience interpreting survey designs and LiDAR data.
- Experience coordinating with DOT agencies, counties, and other governing bodies.
- Background in logistics, transportation, infrastructure, or civil engineering projects.
Travel Requirements
- Approximately once per month, typically requiring 2–3 days of travel.
- Travel may include project site visits, meetings with governing agencies, and coordination with external project partners.
- Occasional extended travel may be required.