Senior Capital Improvements Project Manager

MACKAY; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Company-sponsored Medical, Dental, and

Job summary

Lowe Engineers, A Part of MacKay, seeks a Senior Capital Improvements Project Manager to lead complex municipal infrastructure projects in Atlanta, GA. You will coordinate scope, budgets, schedules, consultants, and contractors across design to closeout, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and alignment with city goals.

You will manage a portfolio of capital projects, liaison with municipal leadership, engineers, and public agencies, and drive milestones, risk mitigation, and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, project management, facilities management, or a related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) designation in the state of Georgia
• Three or more years of progressively responsible experience managing capital projects with municipal infrastructure.
• Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, consultants, and contractors.
• Local Administered Project (LAP) certification with the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT), or the ability to obtain within 2-years of employment.
• Working knowledge of design and construction processes, procurement methods, permitting, codes, and workplace safety practices.
• Understanding of design standards, including, GDOT, AASHTO, MUTCD, etc.
• Experience with multi-modal forms of transportation including pedestrian paths, bicycle facilities, etc.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple capital improvement projects through planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
• Work with City staff to develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, procurement strategies, and execution plans.
• Review land development permits against the City code and ensure the implementation of streetscape requirements, streetlighting, etc.
• Coordinate with surveyors, engineers, contractors, utilities, other vendors, regulatory agencies, operations teams, citizens and other stakeholders.
• Lead consultant and contractor selection, including requests for proposals, bid evaluations, negotiations, and recommendations.
• Track milestones, identify schedule impacts, and implement recovery plans when needed.
• Develop and maintain a Capital Improvement Project master schedule and project level schedules.
• Develop and maintain a Paving/resurfacing program to fit the City’s demands.
• Review design documents, estimates, submittals, requests for information, and construction progress for compliance with project requirements.
• Manage project risks, quality, safety, permitting, environmental requirements, and regulatory compliance.
• Facilitate project meetings and provide timely status reports and decision materials.

Skills

P.E. Georgia

Budget & scheduling

Stakeholder management

Public-sector procurement

Design/construction processes

Multi-modal transportation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/architecture/construction management

Job description

Senior Capital Improvements Project Manager

Atlanta, GA

At MacKay, we believe great people are the foundation of our growth and success.

We are in an exciting phase of expansion, creating new opportunities for our employees to take on meaningful work, collaborate across disciplines, and build long-term careers. Whether your role is technical or part of our support services team, you play an important role in delivering high-quality work and helping our projects succeed.

For nearly 70 years, Lowe Engineers has built a reputation for engineering excellence, trusted relationships, and exceptional client service throughout the Southeast.

Now, as Lowe Engineers, A Part of MacKay, we're building on that legacy as part of a growing national infrastructure and environmental services firm.

This partnership creates new opportunities for our employees to collaborate across disciplines, work on meaningful projects, and build long-term careers while continuing to serve clients with the quality and responsiveness Lowe is known for.

We are seeking a full-time Senior Capital Improvements Project Manager to join our dynamic team. This role is open to candidates based out of Atlanta, GA.

The Capital Improvements Project Manager plans and delivers capital projects from initial assessment through design, construction, commissioning, and closeout. This role coordinates internal stakeholders, consultants, contractors, budgets, schedules, permits, and risks to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with organizational goals.

The selected individual will oversee a multi-million-dollar portfolio of capital projects (such as roads, bridges, utility systems, and facility renovations), ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and strictly in compliance with established budgets, industry standards, and regulatory guidelines. This role serves as the primary liaison between municipal leadership, engineering consultants, contractors, regulatory agencies, and the public.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple capital improvement projects through planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
• Work with City staff to develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, procurement strategies, and execution plans.
• Review land development permits against the City code and ensure the implementation of streetscape requirements, streetlighting, etc.
• Coordinate with surveyors, engineers, contractors, utilities, other vendors, regulatory agencies, operations teams, citizens and other stakeholders.
• Lead consultant and contractor selection, including requests for proposals, bid evaluations, negotiations, and recommendations.
• Track milestones, identify schedule impacts, and implement recovery plans when needed.
• Develop and maintain a Capital Improvement Project master schedule and project level schedules.
• Develop and maintain a Paving/resurfacing program to fit the City’s demands.
• Review design documents, estimates, submittals, requests for information, and construction progress for compliance with project requirements.
• Manage project risks, quality, safety, permitting, environmental requirements, and regulatory compliance.
• Facilitate project meetings and provide timely status reports and decision materials.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, project management, facilities management, or a related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) designation in the state of Georgia
• Three or more years of progressively responsible experience managing capital projects with municipal infrastructure.
• Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, consultants, and contractors.
• Local Administered Project (LAP) certification with the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT), or the ability to obtain within 2-years of employment.
• Working knowledge of design and construction processes, procurement methods, permitting, codes, and workplace safety practices.
• Understanding of design standards, including, GDOT, AASHTO, MUTCD, etc.
• Experience with multi-modal forms of transportation including pedestrian paths, bicycle facilities, etc.
• Strong written, verbal, analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Proficiency with common project scheduling, cost-control, document-management, and productivity software.
• Valid Class C driver’s license with a safe driving record (local travel to construction sites is required)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Professional, Certified Construction Manager, professional engineering, architecture, or comparable credentials.
• Experience with public-sector procurement, occupied facilities, sustainability, or complex renovation programs.

Core Competencies:

• Project leadership and accountability
• Budget and schedule control
• Risk identification and problem-solving
• Clear communication and collaboration
• Contract administration and negotiation
• Attention to detail and sound judgment

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

This position operates in both office (90%) and active project environments (10%). Regular travel to project sites and occasional work outside standard business hours may be required. The employee must be able to inspect construction areas, navigate uneven surfaces, use required personal protective equipment, and perform other essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Why Join Lowe Engineers — A Part of MacKay?

The best of both organizations

Join a team with nearly 70 years of engineering excellence and trusted client relationships, backed by the resources, expertise, and opportunities of a growing national firm.

A people-first culture
At MacKay, we put people first. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow, contribute, and do their best work. We support well-being, encourage balance, and create space for people to succeed both professionally and personally.

Meaningful work and real impact
Our teams take on complex infrastructure and environmental challenges that support critical systems and shape the places where people live and work. Every role contributes to delivering that work and making it successful.

Growth and opportunity
We are in an exciting phase of growth, expanding across geographies, services, and markets. That growth creates opportunities for our employees to take on new challenges, build their careers and contribute in new ways as the company evolves.

Built on more than 50 years of experience, MacKay has developed a reputation for quality work, strong relationships, and dependable results. You’ll be part of a team with a solid foundation and a clear direction for the future.

We provide opportunities for employees to participate in ownership and build long-term financial value as the company grows.

Our Values

At MacKay, our values guide how we work, collaborate, and support one another.

• Honesty. We build trust through transparency, integrity, and accountability.
• Dedication. We are committed to the success of our team members, clients, and communities.
• Relationships. We foster lasting connections that strengthen our work and the teams around us.

Who We Are

MacKay is an infrastructure and environmental services firm built on more than 50 years of experience and a growing collective of expertise.

We are in an exciting phase of growth, expanding our reach, strengthening our capabilities, and bringing together talented teams across the country. That growth is creating new opportunities for our employees to take on meaningful work, collaborate across disciplines, and build long-term careers.

Every role at MacKay contributes to the success of our projects and the clients we serve. Whether your work is technical or operational, you are part of a team that delivers quality, builds relationships, and moves projects forward.

We’re looking for dedicated, talented individuals who deliver excellence, thrive in collaborative environments, and value both meaningful work and work-life balance. If this sounds like you, we’d like to hear from you.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as various market and business considerations.

US Pay Range

$135,000 - $155,000 USD

Full-time employees receive a well-rounded benefit package including access to our company-sponsored Medical (including an HSA High Deductible option), Dental, Vision, FSA, and Supplemental Life Insurance plans. We also offer 100% company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage. Employees are eligible to participate in our company's 401(k) plan with up to a 4% match. Additionally, employees receive paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, and are able to participate in employee ownership options. MacKay pays for expenses associated with licensure as well as annual performance bonuses.

Employment requires passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

As a federal contractor, we participate in E-Verify and are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.