Assistant Project Manager- Civil/Site

Colliers Engineering & Design•Vinings, GA

About The Position

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join its Civil/Site team in Atlanta, Georgia. The role supports the Project Manager with technical and administrative direction, project supervision and management, leadership, profitability, and client management for the project design team. The Assistant Project Manager is accountable to the Project Manager for project management, financial performance, technical proposals and invoices, budget monitoring, staff supervision, scheduling, and design tasks for civil engineering projects. The position works with AutoCAD, existing office staff, and senior management to complete projects within established budgets and deadlines. The role may involve projects such as warehousing complexes, sporting arenas, residential developments, and mixed-use developments. The Assistant Project Manager may oversee assigned staff, including timesheet review and approval, performance evaluations, and daily supervision.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
At least 8 years of experience in a related field.
Knowledge of local city, county, and state land-use processes and regulations.
Technical proficiency in stormwater management, NPDES permitting, hydraulics, hydrological analysis, grading, and other site-development designs.
Demonstrated Civil 3D skills and ability to design site layouts from concept through completion.
Ability to interact well with coworkers, clients, and regulatory agencies.
Ability to read, write, and understand English for job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical and judgment capabilities.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) certification.
Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Assist in preparing effective work plans and man-hour budgets for supervisor approval.
Monitor project schedules and capital cost budgets to satisfy clients.
Oversee work and productivity on assigned projects.
Work toward predetermined profit, productivity, and deliverable-schedule goals.
Participate in or lead team meetings and ensure project review and approval procedures are followed before completed work is submitted.
Negotiate project scope changes with clients in relation to budgets and schedules, subject to supervisor approval.
Ensure project work complies with designated QA/QC standards, systems, and procedures.
Coordinate and communicate with employees involved in projects to support high utilization rates.
Review monthly man-hour and cost reports to check progress against established project goals.
Assist in mentoring junior staff in sound technical and business practices and corporate objectives.
Assist with preparation for public hearings, meetings, and other project presentations.
Coordinate with the Billing Department to authorize and transmit client bills, and follow up with clients for timely payment.
Follow the Health and Safety program and applicable SOPs.
As needed, oversee assigned staff, including timesheet review and approval, performance evaluations, and daily supervision.

Benefits

Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Paid pregnancy disability leave.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Company-matched 401(k)/Roth.
Paid time off, including parental and military leave.
Employee referral and professional license bonuses.
Straight-time compensation for exempt employees’ billable hours above 40 in a work week.
Education reimbursement.
Access to hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses.
Mentorship program.
Wellness program.
Women’s Organization.
Philanthropic opportunities.
Safe and comfortable work environment and career advancement opportunities.