Senior Highway Project Manager

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson•San Antonio, TX

3h•Hybrid

About The Position

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) is a 100% employee-owned consulting firm with over 2,800 professionals providing engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services. JMT is ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading diverse projects, ensuring high-quality delivery through management of technical aspects, quality control, schedule optimization, and budget adherence. This role begins at the project life cycle by identifying leads and marketing efforts in targeted growth areas. The individual will provide guidance and mentorship, ensuring projects align with JMT's organizational goals. JMT offers an impactful work environment with innovative thought and solutions in a collaborative culture, supported by a rich benefits package for its employee owners.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an ABET accredited engineering program
Professional Engineer’s Texas License
15+ years of experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Strong Communication Skills
Strong Presentation Skills
Business development experience

Nice To Haves

Experience working with local clients
Experience with multiple project delivery methods i.e. Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, P3
Experience managing multidiscipline project teams

Responsibilities

Manages project(s) in accordance with scope, schedule, and budget
Collaborates across disciplines and with teaming partners to develop a risk averse project scope and fee
Develop project specific deliverables (plans, specifications, estimate, and other required documentation)
Implement and maintain Project Management Plans and QA/QC during project lifecycle
Create and maintain project schedules
Manage subconsultants
Monitor and execute project progress, including identifying and mitigating risk, developing extra work order requests and open-end contract task proposals
Communicate project status updates and items of note to internal and external stakeholders
Participate in office’s project financial status meetings
Build relationships with clients to understand preferences and requirements to set-up and execute a quality project
Prepare progress reports and review invoices
Develop and lead in project status reports and presentations
Facilitate an office culture of caring about clients, staff, community, quality, and safety
Assist Section Heads, Office Leaders, and Practice Leaders with the marketing process including, SMART Go/No Go decisions, proposal development, interviews, and developing a win strategy
Collaborating with Section Head and Office Leader on identifying leads and opportunities based on strategic goals
Assist Section Head and Office Leader with developing strategic goals based on client's program information, etc.
Develop and maintain a strong network of clients and other industry stakeholders
Coordinate and guide all technical resources within the project team to ensure the delivery of a high-quality outcome
Leverage advanced knowledge and experience with the client and project type to analyze the project, anticipate potential risks (such as overruns and scope changes), and implement effective mitigation strategies
Implement strategies for project tracking and reporting by using project performance metrics to foresee and mitigate issues
Providing coaching and mentorship to the project team through one-on-one check-in meetings and various project debriefs to acknowledge achievements, identify areas for improvement, and share lessons learned
Lead and manage team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (setting expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meeting, coaching) that supports the growth and development of team
Perform other related duties as assigned