Senior Project Manager

Sterling Inspired Staffing.; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Vacation leave

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

ESOP

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a talented Engineering Manager to lead a team and manage engineering projects in Ontario, California. You will coordinate workflows, oversee project preparations, and ensure compliance with agency standards while also mentoring junior staff. Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in project management, possess an EIT certification, and either have or be able to obtain a PE license. Competitive benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as central design figure.
• EIT certification required.
• PE license or ability to obtain it within two years.
• EIT certification required.
• PE license or ability to obtain the PE license within two years of hire/promotion required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee coordination with outside consultants for projects.
• Develop schedules and supervise the workflow.
• Conduct site investigations and manage project budgets.
• Develop schedules and supervise coordination of workflow of the design team with Sr. Project Manager.
• Supervise plan preparation, technical reports, cost estimates, and other client deliverables to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, Full Circle Thinking, and agency/client standards.
• Supervise direct contact with agencies, plan processing for approval, resolve design problems, and determine compliance with agency requirements.
• Oversee coordination with outside consultants (geotechnical, landscape, plumbing, architect, etc.) and internal departments; initiate kick-off meetings for project phases.
• Conduct site investigations and research for proposals, designs, and marketing materials.
• Oversee or make visits to site during construction to check plan conformity, resolve discrepancies, and respond to RFIs.
• Provide workload forecast to ensure proper team utilization and communicate need for additional resources with Sr. Project Manager.
• Conduct staff reviews and provide coaching/training.
• Ensure time is properly charged to project and employee timecards are submitted timely; track project budgets, provide billing instructions, and change order requests.
• Initiate, implement, and promote new ideas and procedures incorporating Full Circle Thinking.
• Represent FEI in meetings with clients and agencies; attend seminars, submit written evaluations with key changes to use.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.

Skills

Problem solving

Decision-making

Communication

Team building

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

EIT certification

PE license within 2 years

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide direct client interface and spearhead plan processing.
• Lead marketing, business development, and pursuit of new work (must have a book of business to bring along).
• Admin and finance tasks such as invoicing, budget monitoring, proposals, change orders, timecard approvals for team and attendance at required meetings.
• Develop schedules and supervise coordination of workflow of the design team with Sr. Project Manager.
• Supervise plan preparation, technical reports, cost estimates, and other client deliverables to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, Full Circle Thinking, and agency/client standards.
• Supervise direct contact with agencies, plan processing for approval, resolve design problems, and determine compliance with agency requirements.
• Oversee coordination with outside consultants (geotechnical, landscape, plumbing, architect, etc.) and internal departments; initiate kick-off meetings for project phases.
• Conduct site investigations and research for proposals, designs, and marketing materials.
• Oversee or make visits to site during construction to check plan conformity, resolve discrepancies, and respond to RFIs.
• Provide workload forecast to ensure proper team utilization and communicate need for additional resources with Sr. Project Manager.
• Conduct staff reviews and provide coaching/training.
• Ensure time is properly charged to project and employee timecards are submitted timely; track project budgets, provide billing instructions, and change order requests.
• Initiate, implement, and promote new ideas and procedures incorporating Full Circle Thinking.
• Represent FEI in meetings with clients and agencies; attend seminars, submit written evaluations with key changes to use.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

In coordination with Principal or Sr. Project Manager, supervise 1-5 employees within the Engineering Team. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with policies, applicable laws, and organizational procedures. Responsibilities include interviewing and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 3 years of experience as the central design figure for a team and mentoring/overseeing workflow of projects.
• Well-developed problem solving, decision-making, communication, and team building skills.
• Ability to manage projects from start to finish.
• EIT certification required.
• PE license or ability to obtain the PE license within two years of hire/promotion required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D preferred.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

Any combination of a bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Civil Engineering or equivalent discipline from a four-year college or university and civil engineering design experience totaling ten years; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. Occasionally required to stand; walk, talk or hear. Must occasionally lift or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. Noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

BENEFITS

Medical, Dental, Vision, Chiropractic, Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Colonial Life, 401(k) (Company match – 50% of 1st 8% of salary deferral). Vacation Leave (Non-Manager): 0-5 years – 10 days/yr; 5-10 years – 15 days/yr; 10+ years – 20 days/yr. Vacation Leave (Manager): 0-10 years – 15 days/yr; 10+ years – 20 days/yr. Sick Leave: 40 hours per year (SD/LA see handbook). ESOP: See Summary Plan Description (SPD).