Senior Project Manager

Atlanta Beltline; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total rewards package

Affordable medical plan

Dental, vision, disability, life

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Competitive PTO and parental leave

401(a) retirement plan

Engagement activities

People-first culture

Job summary

Atlanta Beltline, Inc. seeks a Sr. Project Manager to lead design, construction, and warranty phases for multi-use trails, parks, and streetscapes in Atlanta. You will manage schedules, budgets, and coordination with utilities, agencies, and internal departments.

The role requires 15+ years in design/project management, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and strong communication and budgeting skills. Experience with urban infrastructure and sustainability is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires advanced knowledge of design/construction management on behalf of an owner.
• Ability in negotiation, contract administration, construction project management, cost management, procurement practices, cost accounting, and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Manage design, construction, and warranty phases of projects (trails, parks, streetscapes).
• Prepare and present monthly design and construction progress reports.
• Review technical specifications, bid documents, and cost estimates for adequacy and compliance.
• Contract administration: review invoices, change orders, and VE proposals.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Negotiation

Contract administration

Cost management

Procurement practices

Cost accounting

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Building Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

GIS/ARC Info

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Primavera / MS Project scheduling

Job description

Atlanta Beltline, Inc. is the official implementation agency for the Atlanta Beltline, the 22-mile rail-to-trail conversion that’s one of the largest, most wide-ranging urban redevelopment programs in the United States. Its vision is to be the catalyst for making Atlanta a global beacon for equitable, inclusive and sustainable city life. The Atlanta Beltline is building a more socially and economically resilient Atlanta with our partner organizations and host communities through job creation, inclusive transportation systems, affordable housing and public spaces for all.

Role Overview:

The Sr. Project Manager plans, organizes, and monitors the implementation of specific Atlanta Beltline projects. This position oversees the design, construction, and warranty phases of projects that include multi-use trails, streetscapes, parks, and other public spaces. The Sr. Project Manager will promote the Vision, Mission and Core Values of ABI while fostering a collegial work environment.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment Visa at this time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the design, construction, and warranty phases of multi-use trail, park, and streetscape projects to include quality control review of construction documents, management of the engineering team during design and permitting, and oversight responsibilities of construction activities on site.
• Prepare and present monthly design and construction progress reports.
• Review and evaluate contract technical specifications, bid documents, and cost estimates to ensure adequacy, completeness, economy, maintainability, and compliance with design standards and formal agreements.
• Contract administration: Review and approve invoices, potential design changes, proposed change orders, and value engineering proposals. Review the organization's critical correspondence to and from contractors, design engineers, and other jurisdictional entities.
• Administer and manage schedules and budgets for assigned projects to include cost tracking, cost control, billing, change management, cash flows, schedule development, and schedule management.
• Oversee the coordination of utility relocation needs for ABI projects, including City of Atlanta utilities, Georgia Power, Atlanta Gas Light, Verizon, Comcast, fiber optic, and other utility asset owners.
• Advise and coordinate on projects with ABI internal departments including Planning, Engagement, & Arts, Economic Development, Government Affairs, Real Estate & Asset Management, Housing, and Communications.
• Serves as a resource for staff, consultants, the public, and City departments in the development of community-based project design that is sensitive and responsive to community issues and concerns.
• Community Engagement: Lead and support conversations with community stakeholders to educate and inform them of ABI’s projects. Explain technical issues to the community in a manner accessible to a layperson.Support the development of presentation materials for community meetings on assigned project.
• Procurement Support: Coordinate with Legal, Finance, and Procurement staff to ensure the selection and contracting of Design Teams and General Contractors in a timely manner.
• Prepare procurement documents for engineering contracts, construction contracts, utility relocation work, and other consulting and construction agreements. Determine technical selection criteria and recommend engineering consultants and contractors to the Director of Procurement, working toward ABI’s DBE participation goals.
• Manage environmental remediation work and the achievement of organizational DBE and sustainability goals for the project. Stay up to date on evolving sustainability best practices to support the continuous review and improvement of ABI’s sustainability framework.
• As needed, review plans and specifications for public and private development projects with drainage, grading, and erosion control improvements located adjacent to or near the Atlanta BeltLine.
• Understanding the impacts of institutional and systemic barriers on marginalized communities and a commitment to integrating equity and inclusion throughout all facets of your work.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

This job requires advanced knowledge of the principles and processes associated with design and construction management on behalf of an owner. Ability in negotiation, contract administration, construction project management, cost management, procurement practices, cost accounting, and budgeting.

• Bachelor’s degree in Building Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, or related field.
• Minimum 15+ years of design/project management experience,
• Proficiency with project management and office software, such as Microsoft Project and other Microsoft Office products is required. Familiarity with applicable technical software, such as GIS/ARC Info, Google Earth, AutoCAD and MicroStation is desired.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Must be highly organized, capable of self-direction and autonomy, and able to work well with persons at all levels in the organization and within the community.
• Flexibility and the ability to multi-task.
• Ability to define and resolve complex issues.
• Must have effective presentation and written communication skills.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite with excellent Power Point and Excel skills, project management software (Procore or similar), accounting cost management software, and scheduling software (Primavera or MS Project).
• Knowledge of SITES (sustainable projects), GDOT processes and permitting, federal funded projects, and City of Atlanta permitting desirable.
• Achieve LAP (Locally Administered Project) certification with GDOT within one year of employment.
• Ability to prepare, read and interpret engineering and architectural plans, technical specifications, drawings, and other contract documents.
• Ability to supervise consultant activities and coordinate with other jurisdictions and utility companies.
• Demonstrated empathy to the furthering of equitable and inclusive access and economic benefit for all the Beltline neighborhoods, activity centers, and the entire City of Atlanta population.
• Demonstrated conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple on-going activities to meet deadlines and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, planning, problem solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents and instructions.
• Ability to work collaboratively across organizations and program areas.
• Ability to work well with people who have diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and working styles.
• Ability to understand, analyze, and create project budgets.
• Ability to communicate effectively with officials from federal, state, and local agencies.
• Ability to manage multiple competing deadlines.
• Demonstrated high standards of ethics and integrity.

Preferred:

• Project management experience on civil infrastructure projects, such as multi-use trails, streetscape, public spaces, or parks located within an urban environment.
• Experience with multi-disciplinary design and construction projects in urban environments.
• Master’s degree in in Building Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, or related field.

What We Offer:

• Competitive total rewards package that reflects our commitment to employee wellbeing and long-term financial security
• Affordable medical plan offering exceptional coverage and full family eligibility
• Employer-paid dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and life insurance plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Competitive PTO benefits to support work-life balance
• Paid parental leave
• Comprehensive retirement program including employer funded 401(a) plan, plus optional employee funded 457(b) and Roth IRA options
• Planned employee engagement activities
• A people-first culture where every voice is valued, and your unique contributions help shape the future of Atlanta