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Bartlett & West · 3 months ago

Project Manager II (Rail)

US-KS-Topeka

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Bartlett & West is an engineering, architecture, technology, and other professional services firm headquartered in Topeka, KS. This position is responsible for the complete management of all assigned projects, focusing on rail improvements, including client relationship development, project oversight, and financial performance management.

Civil Engineering

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Executes planning for projects, including development of the project scope, task organization, estimates of effort and other required resources, and schedules necessary to complete the project. Creates estimate of cost and budget for the project

Executes internal project setup procedures in accordance with the company’s policies

Directs, manages and participates in the production of the project deliverables including but not limited to: preliminary studies, plans and cost estimates, definition of and oversight of design surveys, designs and plan production, project status/review meetings, specification and contract document development and production

Manages the monthly project accounting process, including review of time and expense charges to projects, timely preparation of invoicing and management of accounts receivable (A/R) and work-in-process (WIP) in accordance with the company’s policies

Reviews and assesses the progress and financial performance of all assigned projects on a regular and ongoing basis. Coordinates and implements changes in resource assignments, production methods, etc. to achieve optimum efficiency and profitability. Coordinates with Service Group Leaders when additional labor is needed

Communicates openly and frequently with clients during the course of a project to ensure that all issues are addressed efficiently to the client’s satisfaction. Prepares, conducts and documents all progress review and other meetings

Conducts project closeout, including contract closeout, internal evaluation of project performance relative to the budget and feedback from the client regarding our performance on projects

Understands the company’s client service model and applies these principles to all interactions with clients

Participates in developing a culture of discipline, where the meeting of goals and deadlines is required not only with clients but with others throughout the company. Meets all administrative requirements and requests established by the company on the dates specified (e.g., timesheet submission, invoice preparation and submission, report submission and other corporate directives, etc.)

Stays abreast of new engineering trends and techniques. Participates in professional organization(s) in the manager’s area of expertise and/or client focus. Maintains professional licensure in the states required by the company

Implements service group and company standards and company processes such as file management systems and resource management/project planning systems

Develops and fosters an open environment encouraging communications among team members assigned to a project

Begins engaging in marketing and developing business. Works with a SPM on proposals; participates in client presentations; closes the sale with the client

Develops and negotiates simple contracts and prices the contract for business

Generally manages small to medium size projects that are not complex

Participates in client maintenance. May assist in business development activities depending on unit business needs. Participates in the resolution of client issues/concerns

Manages accounts receivable for projects in accordance with company policy

Completes invoicing for review

May manage sub-consultants

May participate in resource sharing

May select staff for the project team; may provide performance feedback to direct manager of employee

Communicates with State and Federal agencies on simple matters and participates in meetings

Qualification

P.E. LicensureClient Relationship ManagementProject ManagementBusiness DevelopmentFinancial AcumenTeam BuildingPlanning/OrganizingNegotiationCommunication SkillsConflict Resolution

Required

College degree in civil, structural, mechanical/electrical or architectural engineering as appropriate or equivalent in combined education and experience in the field of practice

10+ years' experience in engineering specializing in projects in practice area with increasing responsibility

P.E. licensure required

Must be able to obtain licensure in the states in which the company does business

Good written and verbal communication skills

Effective interpersonal skills to maintain client and employee relationships

Business and Financial Acumen

Planning/organizing/project management

Implementation/project execution

Delegation

Teambuilding

Accountability

Trust/integrity