Land Surveying Project Manager

KCI Technologies•Sparks, MD

About The Position

The Survey Project Manager is accountable for the successful management of assigned projects and may manage several projects and tasks simultaneously. The role includes supporting marketing and client development; maintaining technical quality, profitability, and schedules; coordinating project staff; managing client communications; defining and negotiating scopes and fees; following up with clients; and supporting billing, collections, and project maintenance. The Project Manager serves as the primary client contact for selected projects and is expected to maintain strong client relationships and communicate directly with the Survey Practice Leader. The Project Manager prepares scopes of services, detailed project budgets, and contracts for Practice Leader review and approval; coordinates schedules; conducts project kickoff and interim status meetings; and works to complete projects on time and within budget. The role monitors schedules, budgets, company standards, QA/QC requirements, and CADD standards; leads formal project reviews; and ensures quality reviews occur at appropriate stages. When a project's scope or budget changes, the Project Manager determines whether a contract amendment is needed and promptly seeks approval from the client and supervisor. The role also helps document team-member performance through Project Staff Reviews and communicates significant performance issues to team members and the Practice Leader. KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting, and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI offers a competitive compensation package, family-friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and training, mentoring, and resources to support career advancement. The company describes opportunities for innovation, growth, employee input, and shared ownership. KCI is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from diverse candidates.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related AEC-industry field and at least 2 years of related professional experience, or 6 years of equivalent professional experience.
Participate in continuing education and professional development programs.
Potential leadership abilities to inspire and motivate project teams.
Organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
Technical knowledge in the specific field of the project.
Knowledge of project management software and tools and the ability to develop and maintain comprehensive project plans and documentation.
Understanding of industry standards and best practices related to project management, quality assurance, and safety protocols.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions in a fast-paced environment.
Negotiation skills to manage contracts, scope changes, and stakeholder agreements.
Understanding of accounting principles to manage project budgets, financial reporting, and resource allocation.
Ability to complete KCI PM Training and Contract Risk Training and pass the PM Board within 6 months of the start date.
Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment.
Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based on the position.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a related AEC-industry field.
Professional Land Surveyor’s License.

Responsibilities

Manage assigned projects and multiple project tasks simultaneously.
Assist with marketing and client development.
Manage technical quality, project profitability, schedules, and project staff coordination.
Manage client communications, scope and fee development and negotiation, client follow-up, billing and collections, and project maintenance.
Maintain strong relationships with clients and communicate directly with the Survey Practice Leader.
Prepare scopes of services, detailed project budgets, and contracts for Practice Leader review and approval.
Coordinate project scheduling.
Conduct kickoff and interim project status meetings with project teams to discuss tasks, schedules, and budgets.
Complete projects on time and within budget.
Monitor project schedules and budgets throughout the project lifecycle.
Lead formal project reviews.
Ensure QA/QC reviews are completed at appropriate project stages.
Determine whether contract amendments are needed when project scope or budget changes and seek approval from the client and supervisor.
Serve as the primary client contact for selected projects.
Monitor adherence to company standards, including quality control and assurance specifications and CADD standards.
Assist in documenting project team-member performance through Project Staff Reviews.
Communicate significant performance issues to team members and the Practice Leader.