Project Manager - Municipal Infrastructure

WGA; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

WGA, LLC in Spring, Texas seeks a Project Manager to lead civil engineering projects from inception to closeout, ensuring on-time delivery and client satisfaction.

You will supervise and develop a team, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, manage budgets and invoicing in Ajera, and uphold QA/QC standards.

Experience in civil engineering and a PE license are required, with strong leadership and communication skills as well as proficiency in project financial management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• PE license is required.
• Minimum 5 years of civil engineering project management experience.
• Strong leadership, organization and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in project financial management and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project team and own the full project lifecycle from inception through closeout.
• Conduct weekly progress meetings and coordinate with internal and external subcontractors.
• Ensure QA/QC standards, schedules and budgets are met.
• Provide project updates to Practice Manager or Practice Leader.
• Manage projects to at least 95% completion where competency exists.
• Draft proposals and set budgets with the project team.
• Oversee invoicing, budget tracking, and use Ajera for PM systems.
• Lead staff development, coaching, and motivation.
• Ensure plans align with company standards and industry best practices.
• Build client relationships with Client Managers to fulfill client needs.
• Participate in professional activities and networking for growth.
• Develop work plans with milestones and resource allocation.
• Demonstrate strong presentation skills and technical leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Project management

QA/QC

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering

Tools

Ajera

Job description

The Project Manager will be a proven leader with demonstrated supervisory or management experience leading and developing a team. These activities include supervising and monitoring projects in progress in the department to ensure that work is executed on time and in accordance with the client’s requirements and within company policies, procedures, and standards. If you’re looking for the right opportunity to take the next step, this is the right growth opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project team and take ownership of the entire project lifecycle, ensuring successful completion from inception to final closeout.
• Conduct weekly meetings and maintain communication with the project team, including internal teams and external subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with QA/QC standards, project schedules, and financial management.
• Provide project updates and reporting to Practice Manager or Practice Leader, keeping them informed of project progress, challenges, and opportunities.
• Manage projects to a minimum of 95% completion in areas where you have identified competency.
• Draft project proposals and set budgets, collaborating with the project team to ensure accuracy and alignment with client requirements.
• Oversee project accounting, including invoicing, budget tracking, and updating project management systems like Ajera.
• Lead and assist in staff management, providing guidance, coaching, and motivation to team members.
• Ensure that plans and projects are completed in accordance with company standards and industry best practices.
• Begin to manage client relationships and work collaboratively with Client Managers to meet client needs and expectations.
• Actively participate in engineering associations, serve on committees, and engage in networking activities to enhance professional development and industry knowledge.
• Develop work plans for projects, including internal milestones and resource allocation.
• Possess strong presentation skills and the ability to coach and motivate team members.
• Be viewed as a leader in the technical aspect of the practice area, demonstrating a high level of competency in project management, professional development, client service, and leadership.
• Be selected for project assignments by Practice Manager or Practice Leader with concurrence from Client Manager for specific projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in civil engineering, with a track record in project management.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in project financial management and budgeting.
• Familiarity with industry standards, regulations, and best practices.

EEO STATEMENT

WGA, LLC is committed to providing equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and its employees. The Company strictly prohibits all discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship status, protected activity or any other status or classification protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.