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Civil Project Manager : Transportation

Civil Project Manager : Transportation

GCW Engineering, Inc.Reno, Nevada, United States
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Quick Apply
Job description

Summary :

As a Transportation Project Manager at GCW, you will provide administrative and technical management on engineering / construction projects, from bid preparation through final acceptance by client. Plan, coordinate, and direct on a variety of projects ranging from large and complicated to small and complex. Supervision of engineering and support personnel is usual at this level, but may often be on a lead and project basis.

Essential Responsibilities :

  • Provides oversight of technical studies, submittals, plans, and general design for public works projects and private developments.
  • Completes project initiation documents, which includes detailed work scope / outline, budget, and schedule for completion.
  • Consults with Director or Supervisor concerning unusual problems and developments and gets Director’s or Supervisor’s approval for completed plans and other documents as directed.
  • Ensures work is performed based on current engineering principles and standards; complies with local, state, and federal laws and regulations; and is completed as planned, budgeted, and scheduled.
  • Keeps client informed of ongoing project status and provides sufficient management, advice, and support to the members of the project team.
  • Contributes to the development of recommendations for assigned projects and other projects as needed.
  • Ensures costs are kept in line with original budget for time, travel, and material expenses; and issues project change notices in a timely manner, to reflect agreed-upon changes.
  • Ensures that project status reporting is current with actions and changes on assigned projects and can respond to client requests in a timely manner.
  • Ensures that the review process and other quality control guidelines are followed, and that final reports and presentations are completed per company and engineering standards.
  • Manages and supports all staff on project-specific tasks including overseeing and evaluating individuals work performance.
  • Meets regularly with clients to discuss current projects, evaluate firm performance, and identify other business opportunities either with current clients or through referrals.
  • Reviews all pre-bills and coordinates with clients for any overdue invoice payments.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

  • Good working knowledge of CAD software, Civil 3D, and Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, and Project).
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in written and oral communications.
  • Must be able to read and comprehend detailed correspondence and reports.
  • Has a comprehensive understanding of the full breadth of engineering concepts specific to the discipline including calculations and the principals behind them.
  • Must have a thorough knowledge of the appropriate application of different mathematical and scientific principles to produce accurate engineering design calculations.
  • Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized and unique situations.
  • Transportation / Traffic Division :

  • Preliminary Design Reports
  • Traffic Studies
  • Traffic Models / Simulations
  • Traffic Signal Design
  • Arterial and freeway design including roadside safety.
  • Utility Coordination
  • Addressing utility / agency / project manager red lines and comments to plans.
  • Education and Experience Requirements :

  • Bachelor of Science degree in appropriate engineering discipline.
  • Minimum four (4) years of experience in engineering design and / or project management.
  • Certificates, Licenses, Registrations :

  • Nevada PE or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
  • Valid driver’s license. Travel in personal vehicle may be required.
  • About GCW Engineering, Inc. :

    GCW delivers the future of infrastructure through innovation and sustainable solutions for our community. Since 1969, we have grown and developed a team of engineers, surveyors, planners, and designers to provide the versatility our clients need, partnered with experience that matters. Ranging from private development and municipal infrastructure to aviation and water / wastewater facilities, GCW serves clients by providing planning, surveying, and engineering services with the demonstrated ability to tailor an approach and methodology to successfully complete every project.

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