Assistant Project Manager

Westwood Professional Services•Modesto, CA

10h•$90,000 - $130,000

About The Position

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Civil Project Manager to join its Land Development Civil Engineering team. The role manages and designs multiple civil engineering projects of medium to high complexity, supports project profitability and quality, coordinates project teams and resources, and contributes to client marketing and staff development. The position uses current computer-aided design and production software and applies the company’s QA/QC policy. Salary: $90,000–$130,000.

Requirements

At least four years of experience in Land Development Civil Engineering.
Licensed Professional Engineer by the Texas State Board of Professional Engineers, or ability to obtain licensure within 6–12 months.
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university or college; experience or degrees in other disciplines may be substituted at management’s discretion.
Competence in fundamental civil engineering design principles within a designated area of practice, cost estimating, bid-phase assistance, construction administration, and general construction methods.
Proficiency with current computer-aided design and production software, and ability to learn new versions or technologies.
Good time-management habits and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects, schedules, staffing needs, and communications.

Responsibilities

Manage and design numerous civil engineering projects of medium to high complexity.
Perform project billing, collections, and job cost analysis to maximize profitability while maintaining the quality of project deliverables.
Begin participating in marketing to existing clients.
Perform manpower projections and staffing management for multiple tasks or projects.
Maintain multiple project deadline schedules to allocate resources.
Communicate with design teams, other design consultants, the Internal Survey Department, and other appropriate parties about schedules, deliverables, and billings.
Serve as a technical expert in a defined area.
Assign and oversee project assignments, and review work for accuracy and completeness.
Promote professional development and maintain job satisfaction and morale.
Assist with performance evaluations and recommend compensation adjustments and/or promotions.
Use effective time management and organizational methods to meet schedules and deliver projects efficiently.
Use current computer-aided design and production software to support efficient project delivery and learn new versions or technologies as needed.
Take a proactive role in assigned personnel’s professional development and foster a positive team environment.
Review project contracts and coordinate with the Principal in Charge for execution.
Protect the well-being of clients and the company.
Effectively utilize and implement the company’s QA/QC Policy.
Perform other tasks as assigned or identified to benefit company efficiency and the work environment.