Transportation Project Manager

Terra Engineering Ltd • Maryland Heights, MO

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Effectively manages projects and activities on a range of project types and sizes. Responsible for managing the day-to-day activities of team members and coordinating with internal and external project team to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and adhere to all Quality Control/Quality Assurance requirements. Participates in marketing and business development activities and may participate in the recruiting and staff development processes.

This position emphasizes technical ability with a basic understanding of the financial and marketing aspects of the business. Project initiation, execution and completion are integral with a growing understanding of other aspects in the project life cycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in applicable discipline
• 8+ years of applicable engineering experience
• Demonstrated ability to successfully engage with professionals in a multi-disciplinary environment and communicate with clients and build relationships and trust
• Proficient in managing teams and projects across multiple disciplines
• Strong ability to convey information through effective verbal and written communication
• Highly proficient with computer-aided design software and other PC software packages typically associated with engineering.
• Strong proficiency in general documentation software such as Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Bluebeam
• Proficient using project management software and tools for financial management, reporting, and resource utilization
• Demonstrated public speaking, presentation, and leadership abilities.
• Demonstrated understanding of industry and construction practices, methodologies, and best engineering practices and leverages that understanding to lead engineering efforts through all project stages
• Able to conduct site visits as needed, may require a valid driver's license
• Effectively maintains office and field health & safety requirements and protocols
• Maintains a work schedule conducive to team collaboration and project-specific requirements

Nice To Haves

• Project management experience preferred
• Professional Licensure preferred
• PTOE Certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Participate in proposal development and interviews for a range of project sizes and types
• Participate in business development efforts through understanding the local client market and participating in professional organizations
• Assist in reviewing agreements
• Participate in identifying project team and staffing requirements consistent with contractual obligations
• Initiate projects with the accounting department and participate in monthly invoicing of projects and tracking accounts’ receivables
• Lead kick-off meeting(s) to convey scope, tasks, and budgets to team members
• Collaborate with client and stakeholders to develop a project schedule which aligns with client’s project delivery goals
• Manage day-to-day activities for projects of varying complexity and coordinate with internal and external multidisciplinary team members to ensure deliverables meet project requirements
• Manage project communication and deliverables to ensure the quality of documentation and professionalism
• Delegate tasks and lead the team in developing design criteria, performing analyses, and preparing design documents on a wide range of project types and sizes
• Conduct Quality Control/Quality Assurance reviews of work completed on assigned projects
• Prepare and conduct client and stakeholder presentations with support from senior management
• Monitor project financial performance and update project staffing requirements to meet financial goals
• Collaborate with senior managers to strategize successful project delivery, financial performance, and risk mitigation
• Lead construction administration activities including resolving construction related issues, disputes, and disagreements
• Conduct the close-out documentation process internally and with contractors, clients, and agencies; identify lessons learned to be presented to internal staff members
• Assist in the authoring of project descriptions and resumes to be incorporated into marketing materials
• Maintain effective working relationships with team members and clients; mentor and support less experienced team members
• Ensure compliance with all TERRA standards and guidelines
• May participate in recruiting activities
• Perform other duties as required

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages including bonus program, paid holidays and paid time off
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Retirement plan options with safe harbor match and profit sharing
• Hybrid/Flexible work arrangements for most positions
• Public transportation reimbursement (Chicago-area employees)
• A warm culture that is conducive to growth and professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees