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Project Manager II - CoMET
Raba Kistner, Inc. is a premier Engineering Consulting and Program Management firm. The Project Manager II - CoMET will manage technical projects in construction materials engineering and testing, while developing client relationships and ensuring project success.
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Responsibilities
Serve as Project Manager on CoMET projects including management of projects from the beginning to the end
Provide mentorship and professional development to other, technical, clerical and support staff members
Coordinate materials testing activities with subcontractors and Raba Kistner’s field staff
Prepare laboratory-testing assignments on projects in accordance with the testing program
Review field data, laboratory test results for completion of client reports
Submit draft materials testing and engineering reports for review and final reports for co-signature of assigned staff members
Depending on experience, the employee may be required to complete a training program to familiarize themselves with field and laboratory operations
Perform field observation services in support of the CoMET activities, as well as for construction engineering investigations
Adhere to and support the Raba Kistner Safety program implementation and maintenance
Review prebilling invoices on projects for which the project manager is assigned
Prepare proposals as assigned
Directly supervises 2 or more employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws
Actively participate in specific technical and/or professional organizations as directed
Contact and follow up with Clients on invoicing and status of payment
Within the first six-month period, achieve an average chargeability goal of not less than 85 percent
Immediately notify Supervisor and Chief Operating Officer of all potential disputes that may lead to legal claims or litigation
As requested, support Chief Operating Officer to settle disputes or defend against litigation
Perform all other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or General Education Development (G.E.D.)
Must have 5 years' experience in the CoMET industry with a range of experience in geotechnical services and 3 years of Project Management Experience
Possess a competent understanding of construction plans and specifications, as well as good, accepted construction practices to be used in the review of assigned engineering reports and construction documents
Possess valid driver's license in applicable jurisdiction and meet firm's auto insurability requirements
Project Management skills to manage all aspects of small and large projects (proposal development, contract negotiations, and project execution)
Possess knowledge of the testing procedures used in a geotechnical and construction materials testing laboratory (ASTM, TxDOT, AASTHO, USACE, etc.)
Ability to read and understand instructions, labels, reports, etc
Good oral and written communications skills and ability to work in teams at different levels within the organization
Intermediate in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)