Project Manager (Transportation Focused)

Harris & Associates; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Harris & Associates is seeking a Project Manager for its Irvine, CA office. This leadership role involves overseeing municipal projects, leading design teams, and managing client relationships. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, a PE License, and at least 8 years of relevant experience.

The position offers a salary range of $130K-180K, contingent on experience, alongside comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience performing engineering work in appropriate discipline.
• Municipal, roadway, or sewer experience is required.
• Previous experience with an Engineering Consulting firm is desired.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of multiple municipal projects and client management responsibilities.
• Lead design team(s) and oversee project plans and specifications.
• Develop technical proposals and fee estimates for clients.
• Manage full range of project management cycle for small to mid-sized projects.
• Monitor and control financial aspects of projects.

Skills

Civil engineering

Project management

Client management

Oral communication

Written communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Professional Engineering (PE) License in CA

Job description

Harris & Associates is a 100% employee‑owned company focused on planning, design, and construction of public infrastructure. With offices and project sites on the West Coast—California, Nevada, Washington—and a staff of over 260 employee‑owners, we serve the municipal, water, transportation, and education markets. We are looking for a Project Manager to join our Engineering Services team in our Irvine, CA office. This position is a key leadership role for the Orange County region with opportunities for advancement.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of multiple municipal projects and client management responsibilities
• Lead design team(s) and oversee the development and delivery of capital infrastructure project plans and specifications
• Develop technical proposals and fee estimates for potential opportunities with key or strategic clients
• Manages and leads key tasks and full range of project management cycle for small to mid‑sized projects with moderate complexity/risk requiring moderate levels of functional integration and involving multiple disciplines
• Independently delegate and coordinate work of engineers throughout entire project's development
• Coordinate with marketing and technical leadership for business development
• Monitor and control financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust work effort with the team to ensure that work is completed within parameters of the agreed‑to scope of work, schedule, and budget
• Responsible for the direction, completion, and financial outcome of projects
• Develops budgets/scope for projects with limited guidance
• Facilitates discussions and negotiations to drive consensus, resolve conflicts and contract issues
• Participates in proposals, pursuits and preparation of schedules, and cost estimates for opportunities
• Some travel may be required

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field required
• Professional Engineering (PE) License in CA required
• 8+ years of relevant experience performing engineering work in appropriate discipline; some positions may require specialized experience
• Municipal, roadway, or sewer experience is required
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in the strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication, and time management skills
• Previous experience with an Engineering Consulting firm is desired

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $130K-180K. This will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate. We offer competitive salaries and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

Harris & Associates is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an EEO/AA employer. We invite resumes from all interested and qualified candidates including women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.

Harris & Associates is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.