Associate Project Manager - Site Design

Olsson • Omaha, NE

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About The Position

Olsson is an engineering and design firm that provides multidisciplinary, preliminary, and construction design services for various land development projects including mixed-use, commercial, residential, industrial, sports, and schools. The Associate Project Manager role is responsible for overseeing project deliverables and ensuring timely completion for small-to mid-sized projects. This position is involved in the full project life cycle, ensuring projects adhere to established scope, schedule, and budget, and delivering purposeful, high-quality engineering and design solutions.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Project management experience including scope, schedule, and budget control
• 8+ years of experience in site design and development
• Must be a registered Professional Engineer (PE)
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D

Responsibilities

• Assembles project teams and assigns individual responsibilities to ensure technical skills, capabilities, and expertise align with project objectives.
• Creates and communicates project scope, schedule, and budget with the project team, client, and contractors and serves as primary liaison by informing all parties of project progress and challenges.
• Develops project budgets, reviews costs, and tracks adherence of planned budget to maintain client satisfaction and contribute to the execution and financial success of projects.
• Secures appropriate resources for all stages of the project, ensuring timely completion of assignments.
• Recognizes potential risks or additional costs within project plans and implements strategies to minimize impact.
• Organizes and conducts routine project meetings with the client and project team to establish alignment on project expectations and performance.
• Documents all project deliverables and maintains records including correspondence, design plans, and other project related files.
• Develops and maintains strong relationships with clients to secure future work.
• Coordinates contract negotiations.
• Mentors staff within the team on project management best practices utilizing Olsson Project Management programs and other project assurance services resources.
• Adheres to regulations and enforces safety standards.

Benefits

• Competitive 401(k) match
• Tailored development paths
• Possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.)
• Opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior