Sr Project Manager, Municipal

wsb•Austin, TX

About The Position

Forge ahead with WSB. We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to add to our growing team. This is an exciting role for someone looking to grow their career with a growing company. This role provides an amazing opportunity to join a dynamic company working on groundbreaking projects across the US. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results, and we’ve dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas. We inspire each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us. If you are a Senior Project Manager that aligns with our values, we would love for you to continue reading and apply.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited school
Registration as a professional engineer (or the ability to obtain registration within six months)
8+ years municipal experience; direct experience working for a municipality
Experience working with the City of Austin is preferred
Our preferred candidate would have experience in managing a variety of multi-disciplinary projects, clients, and staff in central Texas
A history in delivering projects with positive customer service experiences
The ability and desire to develop an understanding of, or even anticipate the client’s needs

Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of multi-discipline projects and clients from the proposal process to project closeout
Plan, direct, and coordinate activities including client meetings, public hearings, and public involvement events so that projects move forward within the prescribed time frames and budgets
Anticipate client needs, biases, and preferences and tailor communication and work output accordingly
Team Leadership: Leading a team of engineers, technicians, and support staff, assigning tasks, providing guidance, and monitoring project progress in multiple locations
Work directly with municipal client staff to deliver CIP programs and or projects, potentially on-site in a staff augmentation setting
Client Relations: Establishing and maintaining relationships with municipal clients, understanding their needs, and ensuring project requirements are met
Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring projects comply with relevant municipal codes, regulations, and environmental standards. Experience with City of Austin requirements is a plus
Budgeting and Resource Management: Developing project budgets, allocating resources effectively, and monitoring expenditures to ensure cost control
Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Identifying potential risks and challenges, developing risk mitigation strategies, and resolving issues that may arise during project execution.
Contract Management: Overseeing contract negotiations, reviewing contractor performance, and ensuring compliance with contractual agreements
Prepare or coordinate preparation of project / client correspondence and documentation
Participate in and lead business development activities to new and existing clients through the following activities: plans, leads and participates in client meetings and networking events
Continuous Improvement: Identifying opportunities for process improvements, implementing best practices, and promoting innovation within the municipal engineering department
Understanding of alternative funding sources for municipal projects, and ability to secure funding