Project Manager II - Transportation

Mark Thomas; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

ESOP

Paid time off

Health insurance

Hybrid/remote work

Tuition assistance

Certification support

Job summary

Mark Thomas is hiring a Project Manager II to lead project teams through proactive communication and coordination with clients, internal staff, and sub-consultants to maintain alignment on project objectives, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.

The role emphasizes leadership, financial management, client relations, and successful project execution, with hybrid and primarily remote work options. 10–12+ years in civil engineering and a CA PE license are preferred.

Qualifications

• BS in civil engineering required.
• CA PE license required or ability to obtain CA licensure within one year.
• Demonstrated proficiency in project management, budgeting, scheduling and deliverables.
• Strong leadership, communication and client relationship skills.
• Proficient in MS PowerPoint and MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Independently leads project teams to successful completion of quality deliverables.
• Manages project quality, budget, schedule and profitability.
• Leads proposal development and project interview efforts.
• Participates in pursuit strategies and business development.
• Communicates effectively with internal teams, clients, and sub-consultants.
• Develops, leads and mentors staff to support team and project success.
• Contributes to repeat client opportunities.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Client relationships

MS PowerPoint

MS Project

Problem solving

Education

BS in civil engineering

California PE license

Tools

MS PowerPoint

MS Project

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Job Title

Location

San Jose - San Jose, CA 95134 US (Primary)

Category

Salary Grade

$155,000.00 - $215,000.00

Full Time/Part Time

Full-time

Mark Thomas is hiring a Project Manager II to add to our growing team!

The Project Manager II leads project teams through proactive communication and coordination with clients, internal staff, and sub-consultants to maintain alignment on project objectives, schedules, budgets, and deliverables. While technical production involvement may still occur as needed, the primary focus is project leadership, financial management, client relationship management, and successful project execution.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Independently leads project teams to successful completion of quality deliverables
• Manages project quality, budget, schedule, and profitability.
• Leads proposal development and project interview efforts.
• Participates in and contributes to pursuit strategies.
• Communicates effectively with internal teams, clients, and sub-consultants.
• Develops, leads and mentors staff to support team and project success.
• Contributes to business development and repeat client opportunities

QUALIFICATIONS

• 10 - 12 + years progressively responsible experience
• BS in civil in engineering or related discipline required
• California Professional Engineer (PE) license required; or PE in another state with the ability to obtain CA Licensure within one year
• Demonstrated proficiency in engineering and design principles, project management practices, and project delivery processes.
• Demonstrated understanding of project management fundamentals, including budgeting, scheduling, project financials, and performance metrics.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously.
• Demonstrated success in managing professional relationships with clients and internal team members.
• Effective leadership, communication, and team management, delegation and coordination skills.
• Proficient in MS PowerPoint and MS Project.
• Knowledge of overall project deliverable processes (PSR, PAED, PS&E, Construction Support)
• Demonstrated understanding of business development practices and client relationship management strategies
• Verified experience winning small- to mid-size standalone pursuits, with either repeat or new clients.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated understanding of project financials and metrics
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with a variety of unique and diverse people and personalities
• Possession of a valid driver’s license

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

Mark Thomas offers a fantastic benefits and compensation package to include:

• Competitive salary and incentives to include employee referral bonuses and eligibility for year-end performance incentives
• 401k and ESOP retirement benefits to include profit sharing and a 401k match
• Paid-time off benefits to include PTO, public holidays + additional holidays, bereavement leave, jury/civic time, licensing & certification exam time
• Employer-paid vision insurance, basic life insurance, short-term & long-term disability, inclusive family planning & fertility resources, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), travel insurance, and in-house wellness education & challenges
• Voluntary medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and pet insurance
• FSA programs for medical, dependent care, commuter & parking
• Reimbursements for certification and licensing exams and study classes and materials
• Tuition reimbursement, paid annual dues for industry professional/societal organizations, memberships, and events
• Budgeted time for training and career development
• Flexible schedules and hybrid and primarily remote work environments
• The offered rate of compensation (California locations only) will be based on individual education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location.

The offered rate of compensation (California locations only) will be based on individual education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. The successful candidate selected for hire will need to submit to a background and credit check due to working with financial and sensitive information

Mark Thomas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. Mark Thomas welcomes all.