Project Manager - Utility Infrastructure - Cincinnati, OH

Project Manager - Utility Infrastructure - Cincinnati, OH

Project Managers oversee all aspects of our design projects, are responsible for their successful execution and delivery (technically, financially), and develop / maintain client relationships. They are expected to have sufficient project experience, technical expertise and communication skills to represent American Structurepoint in a positive and effective manner with clients, governmental agencies and the general public. They are expected to set an example for production staff by properly complying with all company and group policies and procedures.

Specific Duties :

• Taking full ownership of, and managing all aspects of, projects from conception to completion.
• Technical : Oversee Utility Infrastructure planning, studies and design projects, which may include : regulatory compliance, funding sources, alternative project delivery, construction, utility management, drinking water (source of supply, treatment, residuals handling, pumping, distribution, storage), wastewater (collection, CSOs, lift stations, treatment, biosolids), and stormwater management (drainage, green infrastructure)
• Project Development / Planning : Prepare scopes of work, fee justifications, and contracts for each project. Coordinate marketing / resume materials. Assist in development of proposal for project work, scope of work, services, subconsultant agreements and fees (or work with appropriate staff to get this accomplished). Establish a project plan including schedule with major deliverables and quality review milestones, file management, risk register, staffing needs, and budget with man-hour utilization and revenue forecasts. Coordinate each project with the client, regulatory agencies, utility companies, and land acquisition professionals as necessary to drive the project schedule. Coordinate each project with other department's schedules through the Group Leader to promote productivity and cooperation among the project team. Coordinate each project with subconsultants' expertise and work schedules. Set up project in accounting software.
• Project Execution : Delegating / directing the work of, and mentoring production staff to accomplish project goals within budget and schedule, while maximizing productivity and profitability. Identify project roadblocks, troubleshoot and resolve them, responding to construction-related problems as quickly as possible. Serve as representative of firm at all required meetings, leading client coordination, project team coordination (including subconsultants), design, and construction progress. Prepare meeting minutes including discussion topics, major decisions, running action item list, and information needs. Prepare / conduct technical writing and presentations.