Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Project Manager - Utility Infrastructure - Fort Wayne, IN Job Locations US-IN-Fort Wayne Job ID 2024-2364 Category/Group Utility Infrastructure Group Employment Type Regular Full-Time Overview

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Group: Utility Infrastructure

Position: Project Manager

Location: Fort Wayne, IN

 

Project Managers oversee all aspects of our design projects, are responsible for their successful execution and delivery (technically, financially), and develop/maintain client relationships. They are expected to have sufficient project experience, technical expertise and communication skills to represent American Structurepoint in a positive and effective manner with clients, governmental agencies and the general public. They are expected to set an example for production staff by properly complying with all company and group policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Specific Duties

Project Managers work under the direction and mentoring of Team Leaders, Technical Directors and the Group Leader and are expected to be proficient at all of the engineering tasks of Staff and Project Engineers, and must also be proficient at: Taking full ownership of, and managing all aspects of, projects from conception to completion. 

Technical

Oversee Utility Infrastructure planning, studies and design projects, which may include: regulatory compliance, funding sources, alternative project delivery, construction, utility management, drinking water (source of supply, treatment, residuals handling, pumping, distribution, storage), wastewater (collection, CSOs, lift stations, treatment, biosolids), and stormwater management (drainage, green infrastructure)

Project Development/Planning

Prepare scopes of work, fee justifications, and contracts for each projectCoordinate marketing/resume materialsAssist in development of proposal for project work, scope of work, services, subconsultant agreements and fees (or work with appropriate staff to get this accomplished)Establish a project plan including schedule with major deliverables and quality review milestones, file management, risk register, staffing needs, and budget with man-hour utilization and revenue forecastsCoordinate each project with the client, regulatory agencies, utility companies, and land acquisition professionals as necessary to drive the project scheduleCoordinate each project with other department’s schedules through the Group Leader to promote productivity and cooperation among the project teamCoordinate each project with subconsultants’ expertise and work schedulesSet up project in accounting software

Project Execution

Delegating/directing the work of, and mentoring production staff to accomplish project goals within budget and schedule, while maximizing productivity and profitabilityIdentify project roadblocks, troubleshoot and resolve them, responding to construction-related problems as quickly as possibleServe as representative of firm at all required meetings, leading client coordination, project team coordination (including subconsultants), design, and construction progress. Prepare meeting minutes including discussion topics, major decisions, running action item list, and information needsPrepare/conduct technical writing and presentations

Project Administration

Monitor projects with respect to scope progress, schedule, budget and staffingPrepare and distribute project progress reports to client and project team including: items accomplished, items planned, schedule/budget updates, action item list update, information needs, invoicing and accounts receivablesManage scope creep by monitoring and documenting progress to determine if additional services are warranted. Aggressively seek additional compensation for work outside the original scope of each project, preparing contract amendments as necessaryMaintain and share updates with project team: project plan, schedule, risk register, file management, client correspondence documentationMonitor/forecast labor needs weekly. Coordinate with Team Leaders, Group Leader and other Project Managers for allocation of personnel to staff each project. Collaborate with other Project Managers to manage workload distribution and project resourcesControl revenue recognition and billing in accounting software for assigned projectsForecast revenue projections monthlyCommunicate with Group Leader on potential risksComplete project closeout requirements (documentation, archiving, accounting, marketing, resumes, celebration, lessons learned, etc.) 

Quality Assurance

Mentor and provide direct hands-on assistance when teaching new design elements, oral and writing skills to design engineers and techniciansSupervise the work of all project personnel so each project meets professional standards, follows the established quality management plan, and maintains the established budget and scheduleReview the final design documents and calculations prepared by Engineers and Technicians for completeness and accuracy prior to every submittalReview work that is performed by other engineering disciplines and/or subconsultants to identify and resolve design conflicts and for contract complianceFacilitate quality review process for design approach, constructability and accuracy 

Client Management

Be responsive to all client requestsMaintain positive relationships with clients to resolve all project questions such as project scope, design exceptions, project development process, schedule, extra work, and billingsMaintain positive relationships with existing clients focused on developing profitable repeat work, communicating with, and providing technical support to, the business development team 

Training

Participate in local and/or national industry, professional, and community organizationsContinuing education in support of engineering certifications/licensure, remaining current with design best practices, industry standards, emerging technologies and to enhance skills in other relevant areas including, but not limited to:Project managementAccounting softwareAgreements, including alternative project deliveryFee developmentRisk, liability, and claims processPublic speakingLeadership skills

Performance Metrics

Utilization rate goal of 80%Successful completion of projectsQuality of deliverables as measured by client satisfaction and construction processProfitability of projectsLevel of client relationships maintainedStaff development

Travel               

Occasional day trips to project sites and client meetings

Field Work                         

Occasional site visits, construction observation Qualifications Registered engineer with 7+ years diversified Utility Infrastructure experience (up to one year of graduate school can be considered as part of the years of relevant experience)Experience in utility infrastructure engineering and construction projects (drinking water, wastewater, stormwater)Proven project management abilities resulting in on-time and on-budget delivery, along with maximizing profitabilityStrong written and verbal communication skills

American Structurepoint is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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