Highway Project Manager

Description

The Project Manager is responsible for the successful planning, execution, monitoring, and completion of multidisciplinary projects. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of the PMI Competency Framework and its practical application to AEC projects, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and organizational strategic objectives. The Project Manager oversees projects with budgets exceeding $1 million, managing scope, schedule, budget, and quality to achieve successful delivery and client satisfaction

• Coordinates across multiple disciplines and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution and delivery
• Stays current with PMI standards, AEC industry trends, and best practices to continuously enhance project delivery and outcomes
• Establishes and maintains quality standards consistent with client requirements and industry best practices
• Identifies, assesses, and mitigates project risks, maintaining a current risk register and implementing proactive solutions
• Develops and executes communication plans, ensuring stakeholders are informed and engaged throughout the project lifecycle
• Partners with technical and discipline managers to ensure appropriate staffing, workload balance, and resource optimization
• Develops and manages comprehensive project plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, client expectations, and industry standards
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to implement cost control measures and optimize value and efficiency
• Builds and maintains strong client relationships, ensuring satisfaction, resolving concerns, and fostering repeat business
• Defines and manages project scope through formal change management processes, assessing and documenting all impacts
• Conducts quality audits, documents findings, and implements corrective and preventive actions for continuous improvement
• Develops and maintains detailed project schedules, tracking milestones and ensuring timely completion of deliverables
• Supports procurement processes, including contractor and vendor selection, contract management, and issue resolution
• Directs project-specific cost estimation, financial forecasting, and EVM efforts to maintain financial alignment with objectives
• Prepares and presents project status reports detailing progress, financial health, risks, and key issues
• Oversees all phases of project integration, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, controlling, and closing
• Manages contract administration and performance, including developing strategies, approving modifications, and leading negotiations
• Mentors and develops associate project managers and team members, supporting career growth and knowledge sharing

Requirements

EEO Statement

• Experience: Minimum of four (4) years of job related experience, preferably in the A/E industry
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. Master’s degree, preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook) and MS Projects or Primavera
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a project team.
• Ability to interact with clients, project team, vendors, and other external groups in a professional manner
• Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet project deadlines effectively.

Benefits

At LDG, we strive to create an organization where people want to work. We offer a flexible work environment, paid training for required licensures, competitive benefits, bonus plans, and a company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) while supporting your professional and personal growth.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance