Project Manager II

Olsson; Lincoln (NE); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Tailored development paths

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness program

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Olsson is seeking a Project Manager II for its Federal Engineering & Design Team. You will oversee delivery of infrastructure projects for federal clients, leading multidisciplinary teams and managing scope, schedule, budget, and quality through the full lifecycle.

You will collaborate with internal teams and federal stakeholders to ensure compliance with UFC, DoD, VA and other standards while supporting proposal development and continuous improvement in federal design capabilities.

Qualifications

• Six years of project experience in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction with increasing responsibility.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Experience delivering federal DoD/VA projects as part of multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong understanding of federal design standards, acquisition processes, contracts, and project financials.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proven ability in client service, negotiation, and decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and lead federal design teams aligned with project goals and federal requirements.
• Define project scope and develop schedules and budgets with clients and contractors.
• Develop and manage budgets, track costs, and ensure client satisfaction and project success.
• Serve as primary client contact, ensuring alignment on expectations and compliance with standards.
• Identify risks and scope changes; implement mitigation strategies to minimize impact.
• Manage contracts, change orders, and coordinate with disciplines on billing and requirements.
• Develop and implement quality management plans to meet client expectations and firm standards.
• Plan and lead routine project meetings with clients and teams to ensure progress.
• Oversee preparation and maintenance of design plans, specifications, and performance records.
• Mentor team members and promote project management best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Client service

Negotiation

Decision-making

Mentoring

Regulatory understanding

Project management

Team development

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Join Olsson’s Federal Engineering & Design Team as a Project Manager II, where you will support the delivery of impactful infrastructure projects for federal clients. In this role, you will work with multidisciplinary teams to plan, design, and support construction for mission-critical facilities for military bases, VA campuses, and other government agencies. These projects require technical excellence, regulatory accuracy, and strong collaboration.

As a Project Manager II, you will oversee project deliverables for small- to mid-sized projects within a single discipline or defined area, as well as low-risk multidisciplinary projects, or provide support on larger project teams. You will be involved throughout the full project life cycle, managing scope, schedule, budget, and quality to ensure projects are completed on time and within established parameters.

You will collaborate closely with internal teams and federal stakeholders to support compliance with UFC, DoD, VA, and other applicable federal standards. From early concept development through project delivery, you will help guide teams toward practical, high-quality engineering and design solutions that meet client needs.

In addition, you will contribute to proposal development and support continuous improvement efforts that enhance our federal design capabilities. This role offers the opportunity to support projects that serve national interests while building your project management expertise within a collaborative team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of six years of project experience in the Architecture, Engineering, or Construction industry with increasing responsibility.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Proven success managing multidisciplinary teams and delivering federal projects for agencies such as DoD and VA.
• Strong understanding of federal design standards, acquisition processes, contract requirements, and project financials.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• High-level proficiency in client service, negotiation, and decision-making.
• Ability to navigate complex regulatory environments with precision and integrity.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced settings and exceed client expectations.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to mentoring and team development.
• Deep understanding of consulting business operations and a drive to contribute to firm-wide success.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and lead federal design teams, aligning technical expertise with project goals and applicable federal requirements.
• Define and communicate project scope in coordination with technical teams and develop project schedules and budgets in collaboration with clients and contractors.
• Develop and manage project budgets, review costs, and track financial performance to ensure adherence to planned budgets, client satisfaction, and overall project success.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders, maintaining alignment on expectations, performance, and compliance with UFC, DoD, VA, and other applicable federal standards.
• Identify potential risks, scope changes, and additional costs, and implement mitigation strategies to minimize financial and operational impacts.
• Manage contracts, change orders, and support contract negotiations, including coordination with technical disciplines on billing and contract requirements.
• Develop and implement quality management and quality assurance plans to ensure projects meet client expectations and firm standards.
• Plan, organize, and lead routine project meetings with clients and project teams to support communication, alignment, and progress tracking.
• Oversee the preparation, delivery, and maintenance of project documentation, including design plans, specifications, correspondence, and performance records.
• Mentor and support team members by promoting project management best practices using Olsson Project Management programs and related resources.

Why Join Us

• Contribute to projects that serve national interests and make a difference in communities.
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements, including remote options, to support your work-life balance.
• Thrive in a supportive culture that values professional development and teamwork.

At Olsson, your expertise drives progress on projects that matter. If you’re passionate about federal civil engineering and ready to elevate your career, we want to hear from you.

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Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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