Senior Project Manager, Municipal

Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc.; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New Hire Program

Development Opportunities

Compensation + Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Winter Holiday

Community Engagement

Job summary

CobbFendley is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex multi-disciplinary projects in Frisco, Texas. The role requires an engineering degree and a PE license, with extensive project management experience guiding cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include financial oversight, risk management, and ensuring quality throughout the project lifecycle. The candidate will mentor staff and coordinate with clients, departments, and stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering (or related) meeting licensing requirements.
• PE license is required and active.
• 15+ years of relevant experience including Project Management experience at senior level.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financially successful projects using budgets, invoices, and staffing plans.
• Ensure contract reviews and risk management processes are followed.
• Communicate clearly with clients and internal teams; provide leadership and direction.
• Mentor and develop junior staff and project teams.
• Lead technical efforts across multi-discipline projects and software tools.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Risk management

Quality management

Financial management

Negotiation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Microsoft Project

Bluebeam

Smartsheet

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Since 1980, CobbFendley has been committed to providing innovative engineering and surveying solutions with the goal of bettering communities. Our multi-discipline approach allows for the efficient completion of projects through experienced staff who focus on client communication. We are always seeking talented and qualified professionals to enhance our ability to provide clients with exceptional service.

Are you ready to Join Our Block and advance your career? At CobbFendley, people are our most valued resource. We offer a(n):

• New Hire Program // We understand changing jobs can be intimidating, CobbFendley has established a program geared specifically to the successful onboarding and integration of new hires into the firm
• Development Opportunities // Professional and personal growth through innovative in-house training and collaborative resources
• Compensation + Benefits // Competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including 401(k) Matching and Profit-sharing Contributions; Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Employer Funded and Voluntary Life Insurance; Tuition Reimbursement; and Continuing Education Programs
• Paid Parental Leave // FMLA-eligible employees will receive fully paid leave in the amounts of eight (8) weeks for maternity cases and two (2) weeks for paternity or adoptions cases
• Winter Holiday // Extended office closure from December 25 through January 1 to relax and enjoy the holidays
• Community Engagement // CobbFendley Cares focuses on STEM Education, Hunger Relief, and Sustainable Solutions

CobbFendley is seeking an experienced Project Manager in our Frisco, Texas Office.

Requirements

EDUCATION, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION

• Engineering: Bachelor's degree in a civil or related engineering discipline in which the degree would meet state eligibility requirements for licensing, required.
• Engineering: Registration and designation as a Professional Engineer (PE), required.

EXPERIENCE + KNOLWEDGE SKILLS ABILITY (KSA)

• Advanced // Highly skilled with extensive experience; able to handle complex tasks and provide guidance to others. 15+ years of relevant and professional experience within a discipline, including proven performance as a Project Manager III.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and lifecycle, industry standards, city, state, and federal rules and regulations, tools and software (i.e., Microsoft suite, Vantagepoint, Smartsheet, etc.), and quality management required.
• Skills including leadership, communication, time, risk, quality and financial management, negotiation, and problem-solving required.
• Ability to think strategically, adapt to competing priorities, execute and delegate, communicate and collaborate, and perform tasks with a high level of accuracy required.

COMPLEXITY + DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY

1. Responsible for the success of projects of large and complex scope. *Must be listed as a Project Manager or Sponsor in Vantagepoint.
2. Independently performs all assignments, addresses staff questions/concerns of moderate complexity, escalates critical and financial matters pertaining to the project to the supervisor, can identify areas needing improvement, and recommend corrective action to improve overall project performance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Financial Management //

• Utilize weekly budget report, project reports, accounts receivable (A/R) report, and staff utilization to manage projects and resources. Escalate to Department Manager for additional staffing needs.
• Prepare scope of work (SOW), Levels of Effort (LOE) and schedules for projects. Identify out of scope requests and prepare proposals for additional authorizations.
• Responsible for collection of invoices from clients and other Project Manager's clients under their direction. Communicates with Department Manager for delayed payment risk plans.

2. Corporate Compliance + Risk Assessment //

• Ensure completion of the contract and subcontract review process through the Contracts Department and appropriate filing and adhere to jurisdictional requirements and company-established signature matrix protocol.
• Review and provide contract mark ups, negotiate client contract modifications with support from Contracts Department, and knowledge of 5 contract review modifications including indemnification (duty to defend), standard of care, insurance requirements, warranty, and payment terms*
• Negotiate payment terms with the client.
• Ensure the company-established QA/QC process is followed from proposals to final deliverables.
• Capable of identifying preclusions on pursuits and teaming opportunities.

3. Communication + Collaboration //

• Held accountable for communications and collaboration such as ensuring that messages and information are not only received but understood and acted upon appropriately within the department, other disciplines and regions, and corporate resources including engagement of staff.
• Able to articulate project requirements timelines, deliverables, corporate directives, in a concise and clear manner.
• Ensure project and company communication is provided and documented to clients and staff.
• Assist with and provide guidance to marketing for requests for qualifications (RFQ), proposals, interview preparation, teaming, resumes, etc. Capable of writing project approaches for RFQ for marketing pursuits.

4. Client + Internal Satisfaction //

• Be responsive and accessible, anticipate needs and proactively offer solutions, address complex problems and concerns timely, and follow up to ensure satisfaction post-resolution.
• Oversee multiple clients and ensure a positive and professional rapport.

5. People Development //

• Provide timely feedback directly to staff including for annual evaluation.
• Ensures adequate staffing and recruiting of project team members.
• Delegates work to, trains, mentors, and supervises junior-level staff and other entry to senior level project managers to complete assignments.
• Exhibit exceptional leadership skills, including the ability to clearly define goals and responsibilities that are clear and realistic.

6. Technical //

a. Work on projects that include the following scopes:

• Drainage Area Maps
• Closed Storm System Hydraulics
• Roadway design, Alignments
• Sanitary Sewer Design, Force Mains
• Waterline Design
• Water & Wastewater Design of Plant
• Project Manual Construction Contract & Specs
• Permits & Regulatory
• Technical Report Writing
• Selecting Pumps
• Lift Station Design
• Developmental Plan Review
• Construction Admin, Limited Inspection
• Constructability Review
• Coordinating Multiple Discipline Design
• Construction Phasing
• ADA Regulation
• Program Manager
• City of Engineering Services
• Capital Improvement Plans
• Impact Fee

b. Utilize the following software applications to complete project work:

• Microsoft Project
• Bluebeam

PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS + ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Most work is performed in a professional office environment. Some trips to client offices and outdoor environments for observations will be required.

• Seated and Standing Position. Extended periods of sitting and standing in an upright position at a workstation.
• Mobility. Movement within the office and job sites, including navigating between floors, workstations, and outdoor environments with potential for uneven surfaces.
• Neck Movement. Forward flexion, extension, or lateral rotation of the head and neck while using multiple computer screens.
• Repetitive Motion. Repetitive finger movements for operating a computer mouse and typing on a keyboard.
• Arm Movement. Extending hands and arms in various directions, such as overhead, below the