Project Manager for In-Service Bridge Inspection

DOWL•Lake Oswego, OR

21d

About The Position

The Project Manager for In-Service Bridge Inspection is responsible for winning, managing, monitoring, and delivering projects that are high-quality, profitable and result in client satisfaction. People in this position have a broad technical background across a variety of disciplines, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to quickly assimilate complex technical information in order to make informed decisions. The person in this position will demonstrate an advanced understanding of managing single-discipline projects, a basic understanding of managing aspects of a multidisciplinary project and learn how to fit each task together for successful marketing strategy followed by successful project delivery. A Project Manager 1 must demonstrate a high level of technical proficiency along with providing trusted leadership and guidance to less experienced team members as necessary. This position requires a seller-doer mentality and includes business development, client relations, staff leadership and business management responsibilities. This role also requires excellent interpersonal skills, a strong work ethic, solid judgement, and a desire to learn and grow. The Project Manager for In-Service Bridge Inspection is expected to work well with others, absorb and apply constructive criticism, and seek guidance from more experienced members of the team as necessary.

Requirements

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) - Proficient
ProjectWise, Newforma, Deltek Vison, UKG, Bluebeam - Proficient
Demonstrates clear understanding of project-related technical terms and fundamentals
Bachelor's Degree required
Years of experience required: 6 years (0 years as a PM)
Years of experience required with advanced degree: 5 years (0 years as a PM)
PE, required (depending on discipline)
Certified Bridge Inspection Team Lead according to CFR 650.309
Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
Driving is an essential job function or a valid driver’s license is required to support legitimate business purposes

Responsibilities

Coordinates resolution of technical issues with project staff
Reviews and interprets technical drawings and documents
May prepare technical documents as necessary
Demonstrates excellent communication and collaboration skills in both a leadership and supporting role.
Interacts with clients, teaming partners, and contractors resulting in client satisfaction.
Takes responsibility for personal and team results and proactively seeks to assist and mentor others.
Plans and develops a project schedule that balances client needs and internal capacity.
Oversees the on-time submittal of technical work products and deliverables.
Schedules/leads internal and external project meetings to maintain project progress.
Coordinates with resource managers to ensure adequate staffing is assigned to projects.
Demonstrates full proficiency with preparing scope of work and fee breakdowns that result in financial success for the firm.
Monitors project financials, burn rate, and earned value and takes appropriate action to make adjustments as needed.
Identifies project changes (e.g., scope, schedule, budget, project team, client team) quickly and obtains contract amendments or conducts other change management activities as needed.
Participates in business development and marketing efforts by meeting with clients and teaming partners, identifying leads for future work, identifying which leads are the best to pursue, positioning the firm to win those projects, and collaborating with others to successfully propose and win.
Accountable for winning work for the firm.
Frequent communications with clients and teaming partners during project meetings, industry conferences, and other events.
Manages communications between client, DOWL, and/or subconsultant staff.
Serves as a company ambassador that fosters client satisfaction and loyalty.
Oversees team operations and the daily workflow of the team
Organizes workflow and ensures that employees understand their duties or delegated tasks
Recruits and hires new employees
Implements training for new hires and identifies training opportunities for current staff
Communicates information from leadership to employees and vice versa
Monitors employee productivity and provides constructive feedback and coaching
Sets goals for performance and deadlines in ways that comply with company’s plans and vision and communicates them to employees
Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations
Decides on reward and promotion based on performance
Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy
Visiting job sites to monitor progress, resolve issues, and ensure quality control.
Meeting with clients, contractors, and team members at off-site locations to facilitate communication and decision-making.
Attending stakeholder meetings, public hearings, and industry events that support project development.
Traveling to municipal offices or partner organizations for permitting, documentation, and coordination.
Responding to urgent project needs that require immediate on-site presence.