Roadway Senior Project Manager

Volkert Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Volkert is seeking an experienced Roadway Senior Project Manager to support the Southwest Region, with roles available in Austin, El Paso, Houston, McKinney, Rockwall, Round Rock, San Antonio, or Tyler, TX. You will lead project execution, monitoring and control activities, including developing a Project Execution Plan, coordinating with clients, and ensuring timely invoicing and AR/WIP management.

Requires a B.S.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Texas PE license (P.E.).
• 15+ years of relevant experience using TxDOT processes, manuals, or guidance.
• Proficient with OpenRoads Designer.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a Project Execution Plan (PEP) outlining team, tasks, schedule and manpower.
• Lead project kick-off meeting with project team members.
• Ensure Quality Control reviews are performed and documented.
• Notify accounting when project is ready for close and retain files per policy.
• Maintain direct client contact to discuss technical and scheduling issues.
• Conduct staff meetings to review progress and coordinate within the team.
• Prepare monthly project progress reports and revenue-related reviews.
• Evaluate scope changes impact on budgets and schedules; negotiate fees.
• Review invoicing documentation in a timely manner.
• Maintain client accounts including ARs.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Client communication

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Tools

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

Are we the road to your future?

We are currently searching for an experienced Roadway Senior Project Manager to support our Southwest Region located in Austin, El Paso, Houston, McKinney, Rockwall, Round Rock, San Antonio, or Tyler, TX.

What you'll be doing:

Project Execution

• Prepares a Project Execution Plan (PEP) that identifies the project team organization, identifies each specific task or phase and all work that must be performed to complete the project, outlines a schedule to ensure that the project can be completed on time, and develops an estimate and schedule of the manpower requirements needed to complete the project
• Holds a project kick-off meeting to review the PEP with project team members
• Ensures Quality Control reviews are taking place and are documented
• Notifies accounting when the project is ready for the closure cycle and ensures all files and documents are retained in accordance with corporate policy

Project Monitoring and Review

• Is responsive and maintains direct contact with clients on a continuing basis to discuss technical and scheduling issues
• Conducts project staff meetings to review progress and further communication and coordination within the team
• Participates in the month end project review that coincides with monthly billing and status reports
• Prepares and presents a detailed project review for the Group Manager
• Prepares and issues a monthly project progress report
• Reviews Revenue Summary Reports monthly, including the status of A/R and WIP

Project Control

• Ensures that all technical design changes are approved to conform to the standards, systems and procedures as prescribed by the requirements of the project
• Solicits the help of the Operations Manager and other Project Managers, as appropriate, to solve scheduling or technical problems encountered in the progress of the work
• Evaluates the effect of scope changes on project budgets and schedules, then negotiates with the client to increase fees required to accommodate such scope changes as necessary
• Reviews, approves, and provides necessary documentation for invoicing in a timely manner
• Maintains client accounts including collection of Accounts Receivable (AR's)

Marketing and Business Development

• Provides input and participates in business development efforts
• Maintains professional relationships with all clients

What you need to have:

• BS degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university
• PE in Texas
• 15+ years of relevant experience utilizing TxDOT specific processes, manuals, or guidance
• Proficient with OpenRoads Designer
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
• Valid driver's license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Bonus points if you have:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Why Volkert?

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.

Key Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Student Debt Retirement Match
• Additional voluntary benefits

The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.

"For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference"

- Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

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