Senior Project Manager - Structural

Collins Engineers, Inc•Columbia, MD

4d•$124,800 - $187,200•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 involves leading and managing high-performing teams to deliver projects successfully, understanding client needs, and working 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 position combines technical work in inspection and design of transportation infrastructure and waterfront structures with project, client, financial, and business-development leadership. The Senior Project Manager leads projects of varying size and complexity, mentors project managers and technical staff, and serves as a designated client contact on complex projects. The role may require attendance at meetings or events outside normal working hours. Relocation is available.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and/or master's degree in civil engineering from an accredited four-year university.
10 or more years of progressive experience in project management.
Experience in the 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 a field 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.
Perform 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 the region prioritizes external client focus and implements client-focused systems, processes, and activities.
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 project profitability.
Manage project schedules and timely project completion.
Ensure accurate client billings, review invoices, and monitor outstanding accounts receivable.
Assist the Regional Manager with business-development efforts and identify and cultivate new businesses and clients.
Develop and maintain meaningful relationships with clients.
Lead the pursuit process, including proposal preparation, project scoping, cost estimating, contract negotiations, project planning, and project quality.
Ensure staff who need specialized health and safety training receive it, and promote discussion of safety as an important aspect of their work.
Attend meetings or events outside normal working hours when needed.