Civil Project Manager

Position Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for managing multiple projects for site development clients. Projects include planning, design and management for our industrial, commercial, and residential clients.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Consults with clients to determine site requirements and provides information regarding design, specifications, materials, equipment, estimated costs and approval time.
• Leads and/or provides support for the development of project proposals.
• Defines project tasks, schedule and resource requirements.
• Establishes goals for the projects and assists with achievement of QA/QC goals.
• Provides leadership and management of the day-to-day operational activities for the preparation of civil engineering / site work design drawings and specifications.
• Coordinates with project architects, landscape architects, geo-technical engineers, and other technical staff for project development and project delivery.
• Manages project budget and analyzes project profitability, revenue, margins, billing rates and utilization.
• Facilitates team meetings with project team and evaluates the project.
• Prepares client-billing information on assigned projects and manages collections on outstanding accounts receivable balances.
• Identifies additional scope and revenue opportunities that relate to the project and participates in business development activities.
• Prepares and/or reviews and signs project contracts, change orders, and manages project scope in general.
• Provides on-going communication with the client related to the project.
• Mentors PEA Group staff and cultivates strong working relationships with clients.
• Performs other duties assigned.

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• Texas P.E. License or ability to obtain
• 5-10 years of project management experience. Healthcare, Education, Residential, Commercial or Industrial site development project experience is preferred.
• Civil engineering experience in site development including site layout, grading, sewer and other utility design, pavement design, permitting, budgeting, jurisdictional agency interaction, and all other aspects of site development for a wide variety of project types.
• Working knowledge of codes, regulations, and standards applicable to the design and construction of major site development projects in Michigan.
• Working knowledge of typical computer software programs used for civil engineering design and management (AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to manage staff and multi-discipline projects.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, possess the desire to develop new clients, and expand the services of existing clients.
• Effective written and verbal communication is necessary and independent judgment is essential.
• Self-motivated and the ability to motivate others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to function effectively in teamwork environment.
• Ability to work on several projects concurrently, prioritize work load and cope with tight timelines to meet all deadlines without compromising quality.
• Good mentoring skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills; complete assigned tasks efficiently and exercise sound engineering judgment.
• Strong attention to detail and has an aptitude for noticing small errors on engineering designs.
• Strong understanding of financial management.
• Strong well-developed conflict resolution skills and ability to focus on client satisfaction.
• Possess the ability to change focus quickly during a typical day.

 

Company Salary/Benefits

• $115-$135k
• Hybrid opportunities once established
• Medical, dental, and vision (including options for spouse and/or dependents)
• HSA and FSA
• PTO plus nine paid holidays
• Tuition, fitness, and field gear reimbursements
  

Posted On: Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Compensation: $115-$135k