Project Manager Civil (Huntsville)

POSITION PURPOSE :

A Project Manager (PM) is an experienced licensed engineer who can define a project, develop a set of tasks to accomplish the project, coordinate and monitor the work required, and deliver a final product on time and within prescribed budget. The PM is responsible for the quality of work performed, managing project scope, client service, client maintenance, utilization of staff, reputation of the office, contract management, billing collection and project profitability.

The PM prepares project proposals for review by an Associate or Principal and may participate in presenting the proposal to the client. The PM participates in selecting the internal and external project team; determines major project design decisions in conjunction with the client and project team; assigns duties to project team, answers questions; monitors their progress; and checks accuracy of completed work. Additionally, the PM maintains a close relationship with the client throughout development of the project. They approve all changes to contract documents after completion of the design phase. They may be required to help collect fees from client and maintain client contact after the project is completed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• The responsibilities of an Assistant Project Manager in addition to the following :
• Coordinate with client and project stakeholders to prepare scopes of services and fee proposals for projects for review and approval by a Principal, Associate Principal or Associate.
• Provide the scheduling, budgeting, design scope, quality control and supervision of Project Engineers, Design Engineers and Engineering Technicians during the planning, design and construction of typical engineering projects.
• Review the scope of services and desired deliverables for each project and develop a task list and schedule to review with the project team prior to starting work. Work with the client to obtain payment for work identified as work requests outside of contracted scope of services. Review invoices and send to Accounting. Spot check Client Status Reports for content, accuracy, grammar and spelling.
• Prepare written work requests and requests for proposals for all information needed by subconsultants on each project. Work with subconsultants to determine the correct amount of information necessary to perform the specific engineering task.
• Manage the schedule and flow of information among the design team and subconsultants. Review the information received from the subconsultants to determine if all needed information has been obtained and for accuracy. Check all calculations where possible.
• Coordinate or direct the coordination of the research of county records and other public sources as to obtain necessary project data for design purposes. Review and approve preliminary design drawings as submitted by the Design / Project Engineer prior to allowing the beginning of detailed project design. Review and approve design development by the Design / Project Engineer prior to allowing the beginning of detailed project design. Identify potential design problems as early as possible and coordinate solutions with the design team. Review all necessary applications and check lists for project submittals. Attend and run project meetings with clients and local approving agencies. Assist in the coordination and expedition of the review and approval process with jurisdictions having approval authority over project. Maintain regular contact with clients to ensure client satisfaction.
• Review the final design drawings submitted by Design / Project Engineer for completeness and accuracy prior to review by superiors and QC authority. Backcheck comments and provide final review prior to submittal. Use corporate programs and check sheets set up for quality control on each project. Respond to construction-related problems as quickly as possible. Coordinate with corporate management as needed.
• Mentor and provide direct hands-on assistance when teaching new design elements, oral and writing skills to employees under supervision. Assist in review of time sheets of the employees under supervision. Review current schedule and status of the budget for each project on a weekly basis with Design / Project Engineer, using scheduling and project management tools provided by management. Prepare weekly schedule for Design Engineers and Engineering Technicians. Review weekly schedule by Project Engineers.
• Provide an accurate accounting of time with descriptions for each time entry on a weekly basis. Track key performance elements of the Project Manager position and report to Supervisor. Review key performance elements for supervised employees and report to Supervisor. Be innovative and develop new ways to work smarter and improve efficiency.
• Provide a steady pipeline of opportunities through business development with external community members.
• Participate in various community events to bring brand awareness and business development opportunities.
• Assist in the recruitment and retention of various engineering roles.
• Work alongside functional departments to fulfill corporate needs.
• Perform other duties assigned by a Principal or Associate.
• May be required to travel periodically to project meetings and construction sites. Typically, day trips or overnight trips, however occasionally longer trips are necessary.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Participate in client maintenance and develop new client relationships. Participate in marketing and business development activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education and Experience :

Skills and Abilities :

Special Requirements : Meet the ethical obligations associated with Professional Engineering licensure