Project Manager/Senior Roadway Design Engineer

Overview

Manage and deliver transportation design projects, oversee budgets, schedules, and client relations.

Key Responsibilities

• qa/qc
• budget monitoring
• schedule management
• construction admin
• client meetings
• invoice processing

Tasks

-Attends meetings with owners, clients, and architects; facilitates communication between clients and the project team; documents important issues -Identifies and administers fees for additional services as needed -Confirms the project scope and requirements with the client and other stakeholders, working with the Client Relationship Manager (CRM) or Operations Director as needed -Leads project kick-off meetings to convey project scope, client expectations and standards, man-hour budgets, etc. in a manner that builds consensus and fosters ownership and trust with the design team -Ensures contracts are fully executed by the appropriate Principal -Assists in developing the project staffing plan and preliminary man-hour budget with the Senior Project Manager (PM), CRM, Department Head, or Operations Director as applicable -Prepares and implements a proactive Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) plan for projects -Works with design team to confirm a final man-hour budget based on discipline work plans that identify tasks and hours to complete -Monitors project budget and works with project team to schedule work in accordance with man-hour budgets; recognizes how the hours charged to the project impact the revenue and projections -Works alongside and engages with the Senior PM, CRM, or Location Leader to increase knowledge of project scope, budgeting, and revenue projections -Aware of problems or risks regarding SSR’s quality, schedule or financial goals of the project; with assistance is able to determine the cause of problems and communicate the issue with the design team -Ensures project documentation is completed and appropriately stored -Helps develop a financial plan for the project by preparing the proposal letter; works with CRM, Department Head, or Operations Director as applicable -Works with the client to understand schedule expectations and, with team input, proposes interim milestones to the schedule for proper information flow, adjusting as necessary throughout the project -Schedules work, communicates schedule and action-item information to the project team, monitors manpower requirements and plans for all disciplines on the project, and assists in updating EResource with current man-hour projections as the project requires, while maintaining a profit variance of +/- 5% -Manages the Construction Administration (CA) process to ensure building systems are installed consistent with the design and predetermined quality standards -Actively attends internal and external training and other educational opportunities to obtain knowledge in necessary technical areas; exhibits competency in their own technical discipline -Ensures that invoices are accurate and delivered in a timely manner; monitors and collects account receivables, and updates the projected monthly revenue earnings for each project -Supervises the job close out process to ensure documentation, filings, and project debriefs are complete -Responds to contractor’s and client’s request for information efficiently and comprehensively

Requirements

• civil eng
• pe
• tdot
• project management
• excel macros
• lpa

What You Bring

-Self-starter with strong attention to detail -Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or applicable field from an ABET accredited college with four years of relevant experience in transportation design and analysis -Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office, MS Project required -Must be a Registered Professional Engineer -Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, while being capable of interacting effectively with in house design staff and client staff at all levels. -TDOT Experience -5 years’ experience in project management/execution with an understanding of standard project management processes/procedures -Ability to multi-task while working on numerous projects simultaneously at various stages of completion -Learns how to build, develop, and grow business relationships vital to the success of the project and engages in business development activities with the current client base -Working knowledge of excel including macros -Displays an aptitude for collaborative learning, encourages constructive criticism, and builds consensus with the internal team -Possess and able to maintain a valid driver’s license -Must have a proven track record of accomplishments as a project manager or engineer on transportation projects and be capable of supervising and directing a team of engineers, subconsultants, and vendors as necessary to complete the project. -LPA experience (Local Programs Administration)

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About Smith Seckman Reid, Inc.

-Delivers design, commissioning and technology services across sectors including industrial, buildings, energy and transport. -Typical projects range from large stadiums (e.g., Allegiant Stadium) to hospital systems and bridge repairs. -Operates regionally with a main HQ and twelve branch offices, enabling both community roots and wide reach.

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