Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. · 2 months ago
Senior Project Manager, Municipal
Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. is a company committed to providing innovative engineering and surveying solutions since 1980. They are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager in their Frisco, Texas office to oversee projects of large and complex scope, ensuring financial management, compliance, client satisfaction, and team development.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Utilize weekly budget report, project reports, accounts receivable (A/R) report, and staff utilization to manage projects and resources. Escalate to Department Manager for additional staffing needs
Prepare scope of work (SOW), Levels of Effort (LOE) and schedules for projects. Identify out of scope requests and prepare proposals for additional authorizations
Responsible for collection of invoices from clients and other Project Manager’s clients under their direction. Communicates with Department Manager for delayed payment risk plans
Ensure completion of the contract and subcontract review process through the Contracts Department and appropriate filing and adhere to jurisdictional requirements and company-established signature matrix protocol
Review and provide contract mark ups, negotiate client contract modifications with support from Contracts Department, and knowledge of 5 contract review modifications including indemnification (duty to defend), standard of care, insurance requirements, warranty, and payment terms
Negotiate payment terms with the client
Ensure the company-established QA/QC process is followed from proposals to final deliverables
Capable of identifying preclusions on pursuits and teaming opportunities
Held accountable for communications and collaboration such as ensuring that messages and information are not only received but understood and acted upon appropriately within the department, other disciplines and regions, and corporate resources including engagement of staff
Able to articulate project requirements timelines, deliverables, corporate directives, in a concise and clear manner
Ensure project and company communication is provided and documented to clients and staff
Assist with and provide guidance to marketing for requests for qualifications (RFQ), proposals, interview preparation, teaming, resumes, etc. Capable of writing project approaches for RFQ for marketing pursuits
Be responsive and accessible, anticipate needs and proactively offer solutions, address complex problems and concerns timely, and follow up to ensure satisfaction post-resolution
Oversee multiple clients and ensure a positive and professional rapport
Provide timely feedback directly to staff including for annual evaluation
Ensures adequate staffing and recruiting of project team members
Delegates work to, trains, mentors, and supervises junior-level staff and other entry to senior level project managers to complete assignments
Exhibit exceptional leadership skills, including the ability to clearly define goals and responsibilities that are clear and realistic
Work on projects that include the following scopes: Drainage Area Maps, Closed Storm System Hydraulics, Roadway design, Alignments, Sanitary Sewer Design, Force Mains, Waterline Design, Water & Wastewater Design of Plant, Project Manual Construction Contract & Specs, Permits & Regulatory, Technical Report Writing, Selecting Pumps, Lift Station Design, Developmental Plan Review, Construction Admin, Limited Inspection, Constructability Review, Coordinating Multiple Discipline Design, Construction Phasing, ADA Regulation, Program Manager, City of Engineering Services, Capital Improvement Plans, Impact Fee
Utilize the following software applications to complete project work: Microsoft Project, Bluebeam
Qualification
Required
Engineering: Bachelor's degree in a civil or related engineering discipline in which the degree would meet state eligibility requirements for licensing, required
Engineering: Registration and designation as a Professional Engineer (PE), required
15+ years of relevant and professional experience within a discipline, including proven performance as a Project Manager III
Knowledge of project management methodologies and lifecycle, industry standards, city, state, and federal rules and regulations, tools and software (i.e., Microsoft suite, Vantagepoint, Smartsheet, etc.), and quality management required
Skills including leadership, communication, time, risk, quality and financial management, negotiation, and problem-solving required
Ability to think strategically, adapt to competing priorities, execute and delegate, communicate and collaborate, and perform tasks with a high level of accuracy required
Responsible for the success of projects of large and complex scope
Must be listed as a Project Manager or Sponsor in Vantagepoint
Independently performs all assignments, addresses staff questions/concerns of moderate complexity, escalates critical and financial matters pertaining to the project to the supervisor, can identify areas needing improvement, and recommend corrective action to improve overall project performance
Benefits
New Hire Program
Development Opportunities
Competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including 401(k) Matching and Profit-sharing Contributions
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employer Funded and Voluntary Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Continuing Education Programs
Paid Parental Leave
Winter Holiday
Community Engagement