Senior Project Manager - Structural (51534)

Collins Engineers•Columbia, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Collins Engineers, Inc., an ENR Top 500 Design Firm, is seeking a team-oriented, multifaceted, and self-motivated Senior Project Manager for its Columbia, Maryland, office. The role requires broad experience and the ability to create, lead, and manage high-performing teams to deliver projects successfully, understand client needs, and work independently and collaboratively across multiple business sectors. The position reports directly to the regional manager and is a key member of the Virginia leadership team. The Senior Project Manager leads complex projects and client relationships, manages project scope, fees, schedules, budgets, staffing, and financial performance, and contributes to regional business development. The work includes inspection and design of transportation and waterfront infrastructure, along with mentoring staff and supporting health and safety practices. Relocation is available.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and/or master's degree in civil engineering from an accredited four-year university.
10 years or more of progressive experience in project management.
Experience in inspection and/or design of infrastructure such as bridges, roadways, railroads, marinas, and/or ports.
Maintain competency in and serve as a major firm resource in the area of expertise.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) and/or Structural Engineer (S.E.) certification.
Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Inspect transportation infrastructure, including bridges, tunnels, ancillary structures, and waterfront structures.
Perform above-water bridge inspections, including routine and fracture-critical inspections and reporting; conduct bridge rehabilitation design and bridge load ratings.
Design bridges, transportation structures, earth retention structures, and waterfront structures.
Mentor other Project Managers and technical staff.
Provide leadership on multiple projects of varying size and complexity.
Help ensure regional systems, processes, and activities prioritize external client needs.
Prepare agreements and contracts, and set project goals, fees, schedules, budgets, and staffing needs.
Manage complex projects and serve as the designated client contact.
Monitor project financials and regularly review schedules, deadlines, and budgets to support profitability.
Manage project schedules and timely completion.
Ensure accurate client billings, review invoices, and monitor outstanding accounts receivable.
Assist the regional manager with business development and identify and cultivate new businesses and clients.
Develop and maintain meaningful client relationships.
Lead pursuit activities, including proposal preparation, project scoping, cost estimating, contract negotiations, project planning, and project quality.
Attend meetings or events outside normal working hours as needed.
Ensure staff receive specialized health and safety training when needed, and promote safety as an important aspect of their work.