Road Project Manager

Butler, Fairman & Seufert, Inc.; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local engineering firm is seeking a Road Department Project Manager in Merrillville, Indiana. This role involves managing state and locally funded projects, providing design directives, and mentoring young engineers. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, at least six years of experience, and project management expertise. Knowledge of INDOT processes and proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D are also essential. Opportunities for client interactions and teamwork are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum six years of experience in civil engineering.
• Minimum two years of project management experience.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with clients and the team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee various road projects.
• Provide design directives and project task management.
• Coordinate with other departments and sub-consultants.

Skills

Project Management

Client Communication

Design Calculation Review

Mentoring Engineers

Budget Development

Organizational Skills

Knowledge of INDOT Process

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Indiana PE license

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Butler, Fairman and Seufert (BF&S) is seeking a Road Department Project Manager to work out of our Merrillville office. The position will work with our Indiana Road teams to develop and deliver state and locally funded projects throughout the state of Indiana. The candidate will be responsible for managing and working with clients on a variety of projects. This position provides the opportunity to build a local Road Team that will work with other Road Teams throughout the state.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide design directives and manage project tasks for Federal Aid, INDOT, and/or local projects from a project’s notice to proceed through post letting services.
• Assist with developing project scope, schedule, and budgets for new projects.
• Work closely with and mentor young engineers and CAD designers.
• Coordinate with other support departments and sub-consultants for all project elements.
• Assist with developing Letters of Interest (LOI) for local and state projects.
• Review and approve design calculations.
• Review drawings and plans for multiple projects concurrently while maintaining and prioritizing schedules.
• Ability to meet with existing and new clients to discuss project needs and recommendations.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum six years of experience.
• Minimum two years of Project Management experience.
• Indiana PE license or the ability to obtain one within six months.
• Working knowledge of MS Office, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple tasks at one time.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate needs to clients and staff.
• Strong understanding of the INDOT- Federal aid design process.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work independently with minimal supervision both remote and at the office while collaborating with other team members both locally and in remote offices.
• Occasionally perform onsite inspections that requires moderate physical exertion.
• Occasional travel throughout the state of Indiana for meetings or onsite inspections.
• Work outside of normal business hours if required for meetings.

Butler, Fairman, Seufert provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Butler, Fairman, Seufert complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer.