Project Manager - Civil Engineer

Description

• Usually works in outside weather conditions.
• Prepares quantity and cost estimates.
• May assist in reviewing the contracts to safeguard the firm’s exposure against risks associated with scope, fees, and schedule along with contract language which allocates unreasonable and uninsurable liability to the firm.
• Responsible for using computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.
• Coordinates work with the clients and other team members.
• Spends some time working indoors to review blueprints and write reports.
• Signs and seals assigned project documents.
• Monitors project delivery in relation to the contracted scope and fees. Promptly identifies client-requested out-of-scope services and works diligently with the client in either securing additional compensation or limiting efforts to the contracted scope of work while ensuring the client is aware of the limits of negotiated scope.
• Responsible for the organization of project documents and files.
• Prepares complex reports, studies, and permits for projects.
• Schedules project progress meetings with all disciplines and personnel to monitor project progress as defined by management.
• May negotiate contracts with clients along with developing scope, fees, and schedule.
• Visits the construction site to monitor progress and other duties per the contract documents.
• Sometimes needs to put in extra hours, including weekends, to keep up with intense construction work at times and deal with unexpected situations and accidents.
• May serve as an onsite project representative and/or provide construction observation duties in the field.
• Attends client and public meetings (days, evenings, or nights).
• Monitors clients’ project delivery goals and proactively identifies issues and obstacles which may compromise or influence the achievement of such goals.
• Prepares design computations, plans, and related construction documents.
• Coordinates with the Design Group Manager and/or Operations Manager to plan and secure the required technical and tangible resources for project delivery.
• May secure executed contracts, Notice to Proceed, and Sub Consultant Agreements prior to the inception of project services.
• May provide constructability reviews and value engineering reviews.
• Responsible for the technical accuracy and competency of projects.
• Coordinates with all disciplines (internal and external) involved in project delivery and ensures that the project team understands their scope, schedules, and budgets.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Civil / Structural Engineering preferred.
• Fundamental knowledge of civil engineering.
• Proven leadership skills with engineering staff and organizations.
• Strong team player in a multi-disciplinary environment who can work on and contribute to several projects simultaneously.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on civil engineering is required; and must possess a PE License in NY and/or NJ.
• Usually works a standard 40-hour workweek either daytime or nighttime.
• Must be physically capable of walking and moving about on the construction sites, have good hand-eye coordination, and occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• The ideal candidate will possess over 10 years of experience as Civil Engineer, including a minimum of 5 years as a Project Manager and experience as a Civil Engineer.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.

Benefits

• An opportunity to learn and grow - Professional Development Program
• IEI will provide a company vehicle for fieldwork with acceptable driver's record.
• You are welcome to be your authentic self
• Life Insurance
• Employee Appreciation Program
• Personal Paid Leave (Paid Time-Off)
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Short and Long-term Disability Program
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays
• Opportunity to share ideas and express your point of view
• Highly competitive salary; and Bonus opportunities
• 401K Program with Employer Match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance