Civil Engineer / Construction Project Manager

Kleinfelder Inc•San Jose, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive. The Construction Services team is looking for a Project Manager to join the Team in the San Jose, CA office. This role involves managing all phases of project execution, leading interdisciplinary teams, overseeing pursuits, and building strong client relationships. Kleinfelder's Construction Services market is a recognized industry leader, developing and maintaining America's infrastructure and supply chain with over 25 accredited laboratories.

Requirements

10+ years of related experience
4+ years project management experience and knowledge of applicable laws and regulations
1 - 2 years supervisory/management experience
Degree in Construction Management or similar
Certifications or registrations as mandated by profession.
Must complete the project manager qualification card as part of PMQS.
For new hires being brought into a PM position, the PM will be given Provisional status with up to one year to complete PMQS.
Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Responsibilities

Manage all phases of project execution including project organization, subcontractor management, scheduling, financial management, health and safety stewardship, and reporting
Lead and participate in technical, cost, and scheduling decisions for interdisciplinary teams ensuring company quality standards and driving customer value
Oversee pursuits, designate the appropriate resources to projects, define client needs, address client concerns, and manage engineering resources within budget.
Build relationships on technical and client service teams and within client organizations
Communicate effectively with internal and external teams of clients and stakeholders
Develop comprehensive project scope (w/owner), timeline, and budget reviews before starting.
Conduct site analysis, risk assessments, and regulatory reviews.
Communicate with clients (imperative), architects, engineers, and government agencies early.
Identify cost-saving alternatives without compromising quality with monitoring expenses to avoid overruns.
Identify key tasks that impact project completion and allow flexibility for unexpected delays.
Ensure compliance with building codes and safety regulations and update owner accordingly.
Use platforms like Autodesk Construction Cloud to help track progress with owner.
Maintain records of contracts, change orders, and compliance documents.
When possible, use BIM (Building Information Modeling) to improve project visualization and reduces errors.