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North Wind Group · 1 week ago

Civil Project Manager 03944 LBYD

Birmingham, AL

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

North Wind Group is a firm dedicated to exceptional service and integrity, seeking a Civil Project Manager to lead engineering projects. The role involves defining project scopes, managing budgets, and ensuring client satisfaction while overseeing project teams and maintaining quality control throughout the project lifecycle.

ConsultingGovernment

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Coordinate with client and project stakeholders to prepare scopes of services and fee proposals for projects for review and approval by a Principal, Associate Principal or Associate

Provide the scheduling, budgeting, design scope, quality control and supervision of Project Engineers, Design Engineers and Engineering Technicians during the planning, design and construction of typical engineering projects

Review the scope of services and desired deliverables for each project and develop a task list and schedule to review with the project team prior to starting work. Work with the client to obtain payment for work identified as work requests outside of contracted scope of services. Review invoices and send to Accounting. Spot check Client Status Reports for content, accuracy, grammar and spelling

Prepare written work requests and requests for proposals for all information needed by subconsultants on each project. Work with subconsultants to determine the correct amount of information necessary to perform the specific engineering task

Manage the schedule and flow of information among the design team and subconsultants. Review the information received from the subconsultants to determine if all needed information has been obtained and for accuracy. Check all calculations where possible

Coordinate or direct the coordination of the research of county records and other public sources as to obtain necessary project data for design purposes. Review and approve preliminary design drawings as submitted by the Design/Project Engineer prior to allowing the beginning of detailed project design. Review and approve design development by the Design/Project Engineer prior to allowing the beginning of detailed project design. Identify potential design problems as early as possible and coordinate solutions with the design team. Review all necessary applications and check lists for project submittals. Attend and run project meetings with clients and local approving agencies. Assist in the coordination and expedition of the review and approval process with jurisdictions having approval authority over project. Maintain regular contact with clients to ensure client satisfaction

Review the final design drawings submitted by Design/Project Engineer for completeness and accuracy prior to review by superiors and QC authority. Backcheck comments and provide final review prior to submittal. Use corporate programs and check sheets set up for quality control on each project. Respond to construction-related problems as quickly as possible. Coordinate with corporate management as needed

Mentor and provide direct hands-on assistance when teaching new design elements, oral and writing skills to employees under supervision. Assist in review of time sheets of the employees under supervision. Review current schedule and status of the budget for each project on a weekly basis with Design/Project Engineer, using scheduling and project management tools provided by management. Prepare weekly schedule for Design Engineers and Engineering Technicians. Review weekly schedule by Project Engineers

Provide an accurate accounting of time with descriptions for each time entry on a weekly basis. Track key performance elements of the Project Manager position and report to Supervisor. Review key performance elements for supervised employees and report to Supervisor. Be innovative and develop new ways to work smarter and improve efficiency

Provide a steady pipeline of opportunities through business development with external community members

Participate in various community events to bring brand awareness and business development opportunities

Assist in the recruitment and retention of various engineering roles

Work alongside functional departments to fulfill corporate needs

Perform other duties assigned by a Principal or Associate

May be required to travel periodically to project meetings and construction sites. Typically, day trips or overnight trips, however occasionally longer trips are necessary

Qualification

Licensed Civil EngineerCivil Design SoftwareProject ManagementDesign CalculationsConstruction PracticesCommunicationCritical ThinkingTeam LeadershipTime ManagementAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Minimum 4 years' experience

Licensed to practice Civil Engineering, and ability to obtain licensing in additional states

Experience and success preparing design calculations and design documents (plans and specifications)

Ability to delegate tasks to others

Ability to design all components of a project

Ability to manage projects from inception to completion

Aptitude to lead others in design of a project and ensure project completeness

Ability to prioritize tasks and manage use of time both personally and other team members

Ability to prepare calculations and reports that clearly express project requirements

Proficient with civil design software including AutoCAD, Civil3D and stormwater design programs (Has the ability to verify others work within the appropriate design software)

Proficient using spreadsheets, word processing, and standard office software

Excellent planning and organization skills required for our fast-paced environment

Strong verbal communications and technical writing skills

Proven ability to communicate with internal and external project team members, various stakeholders including clients, jurisdictional and utility authorities, and members of the community

Listening and following directions

Self-motivated and process driven

Critical thinking

Communicates well

Can Do Attitude

Ability to adapt to changes

Proficient knowledge of engineering design principles and methods

Proficient knowledge of construction and constructability practices and principles

Meet the ethical obligations associated with Professional Engineering licensure