Senior Project Manager - Engineering
About The Position
The Senior Project Manager will assist with environmental work, geotechnical engineering, and consulting analysis for a broad range of construction projects. Work may include performing or leading field investigations, engineering analyses, calculations and recommendations; developing plans and specifications; observing and inspecting work; and preparing and reviewing reports. The role splits time between field and office assignments and leads portions of technical project work from project scope through final deliverables under the direction of senior staff. The position coordinates with design and environmental consultants, collaborates with Supervising Engineers on environmental reviews, analyzes environmental and material-test data, and provides recommendations during construction emergencies or material failures. It also briefs upper management on project status, evaluates vendor proposals, defines objectives for infrastructure projects, and identifies technologies and management programs to improve operations and safety. This is a Department of Public Works & Engineering Emergency Management position at Tier III level and is designated as safety-impacting, with random drug testing. The selected candidate must pass a criminal background check and obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Project Management, or a closely related field.
- Considerable knowledge of design or construction.
- Six years of experience in construction, construction inspection, design, landscape design, geotechnical, environmental, or a closely related field.
- A master's degree in a listed or closely related field may substitute for two years of the experience requirement.
- Directly related professional architectural, construction, or landscape design experience may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
- Must pass a criminal background check and obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience conducting Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments and Asbestos/Lead Surveys.
- Professional experience or knowledge of landscape design in geotechnical and environmental fields.
- Ability to lead high-level meetings and translate technical data into clear advice for non-technical stakeholders.
- Eligible veteran applicants receive preference when they meet the stated qualification and selection conditions.
Responsibilities
- Split time and responsibilities between field assignments and office assignments.
- Lead portions of technical project work from project scope through final deliverables under the direction of senior staff.
- Apply academic and industry knowledge and prior work experience to execute project work.
- Coordinate with specialized design and environmental consultants to ensure reviews and testing protocols meet city and federal standards.
- Collaborate with Supervising Engineers on environmental reviews, from initial proposals and contract drafting through final reporting.
- Analyze complex environmental data and material test results to develop practical field solutions.
- Respond as lead to environmental emergencies or material failures during construction and provide immediate expert recommendations.
- Brief upper management on project status, evaluate vendor proposals, and define objectives for infrastructure projects.
- Identify and champion technologies and management programs to optimize operations and improve safety.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
