Sr. Project Manager - Site Development

Overview

Lead site development projects, manage teams, clients, and profitability in Houston.

Key Responsibilities

• project planning
• design concept
• engineering judgment
• budget management
• client management
• team leadership

Tasks

-Overseeing project planning, scheduling, and coordination of engineering work involving conventional and complex design challenges. -Leading project teams to deliver quality work while upholding LJA’s standards of excellence and client focus. -Conceptualizing and directing the initial design approach for major phases of large-scale projects or overseeing full project scope. -Serving as a team leader, client manager, and key point of contact for project execution and client communication. -Building and maintaining strong, long-term client relationships with a history of repeat business. -Applying advanced engineering judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and adaptation of design techniques, procedures, and criteria. -Preparing proposals and managing project budgets, schedules, and profitability. -Managing and mentoring less experienced engineers and technical support staff as needed.

Requirements

• pe
• b.s. civil
• 10-15 yrs
• client relations
• leadership
• business development

What You Bring

-Proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships. -Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or application submitted and awaiting registration. -Strong business development and proposal writing skills. -Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering required. -Established network and repeat client base in the Houston market. -Demonstrated experience in project and client management. -Strong communication and leadership skills. -Experience managing multidisciplinary teams across multiple project types. -10–15 years of post-graduate experience in site engineering.

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Benefits

-Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives. -Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth -Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc. -Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career. -Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow. -Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s. -Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) -Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team. -Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most. -Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing. -Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.

About Lja

-LJA has built a reputation as a leading provider of engineering, planning, and consulting services. -The company offers innovative solutions across multiple sectors, including transportation, water resources, and land development. -LJA takes on complex projects, ranging from large-scale infrastructure to community-focused initiatives. -LJA's work is diverse, from designing efficient transportation systems to revitalizing water resources for sustainable communities. -Their portfolio includes impactful projects for municipal governments, private developers, and energy firms.

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