Civil Engineer/Project Manager - Public Works (M.U.D)

Description

• Work directly with clients and directing a staff with varied levels of experience and expertise.
• Takes active steps in the pursuit of winning new business or additional opportunities with existing clients and is responsible for assigned portion of office sales goal. Assists and/or leads team in pursuit of new work (repeat work, SOQ and Proposals). Develops and/or executes project Win strategy.
• Identifies Talent: Actively maintaining awareness of internal and external talent, current abilities, and hiring needs.
• Prepare of proposal/contract and of project work plans and schedule.
• Lead a team of engineers and drafters.
• Writes or prepares graphic materials for presentations or documents.
• Attend, record, and distribute meeting minutes and assist with general project correspondence.
• Initiate and lead kickoff calls or high-level design calls with client in addition to preparing monthly forecasting and client cost estimates when appropriate.
• Troubleshoot issues and recommend solutions, effectively implement and document for internal and external stakeholders.
• Actively engages and participates in the training, coaching, and mentoring of junior staff.
• Ensure compliance with M.U.D. regulations and local/state codes.
• Develop relationships with clients that allows for ease in communications and problem solving.
• Ensure projects meet environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Consistently deliver proactive communication with clients. When client issues arise, address or expeditiously escalate to discipline lead.
• Executes Strategy: Ensuring that people remain focused on accomplishing strategic goals by thoughtfully planning tasks and overcoming obstacles.
• Undertakes Project Manager responsibilities for major projects ($2.0+ million annual billing).
• Prepare GIS exhibits using ArcGIS.
• Function as a Lead Civil Engineer.
• Coordinate client management and marketing efforts for future work.
• Prepare design and construction drawings using AutoCAD and information obtained from research activities.
• Sharing Information: Conveying up-to date information in the most efficient and useful manner to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Conduct site visits and documents findings.
• Prepares and follows comprehensive Project Framework Instructions and proper work planning for a project. Ensures proper staff is assigned and utilized on their projects.
• Prepare preliminary engineering reports.
• Reviews project reports and performance metrics to track project progress and budget. Leads successful projects (profit, on-schedule, quality, satisfied client).
• Contributes to successful delivery and performance of projects.
• Research jurisdictional requirements for appropriate incorporation into design and construction drawings.
• Fosters a Learning Culture: Creating an inspiring and engaging atmosphere where people feel motivated to grow, experiment, and learn new skills.

Requirements

• Experience with producing accurate and complete construction plans and reports.
• Ability to train staff and review work for quality assurance.
• Cultivates relationships with clients and holds strong relationships with clients.
• Understands, follows, and enforces Huitt-Zollars' business process including weekly rhythm.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
• Ability to work independently in a team environment and to manage multiple projects with limited supervision.
• BS Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Excellent verbal and written skills, communicating engineering information clearly and concisely.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• The employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities
• Must be a licensed PE in Texas with a minimum of 8-10 years of experience in public works projects, ideally in utilities such as water, sewage, and drainage.
• Knowledge of MicroStation, AutoCAD, and Civil3D are all a plus.
• Solid leadership and management skills, self-motivated, and possess a strong ability to meet deadlines, satisfy clients, and solve complex problems.
• Understands and follows HZ QMS and Quality initiatives. Ensures quality control measures are being adhered to on projects and daily operations.
• Must be able to work directly with clients and directing a staff with varied levels of experience and expertise.
• Critical Thinking: Analyzing problems and solutions by evaluating the quality of the information available from different sources and avoiding decision-making bias.
• Willingness/ability to assume increased responsibilities when presented.

Benefits

• Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP
• Term Life / AD&D insurance
• Paid Sick Leave
• Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
• Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability
• Cancer and Specified Disease insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation/Annual Leave
• Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
• Commuter Benefits
• Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements
• Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities
• Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance