Project Manager - Montgomery County and Prince Georges County, MD

DescriptionPurposeTo execute through administration, technical and management techniques assigned projects to ensure their successful completion, on time and within allocated budget.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership and DirectionSupervise work of all project personnel to ensure that it meets the highest professional standards.

Provide mentorship through counsel, guidance, and knowledge to junior staff.

At the Operational and Company LevelAssist with the marketing of the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships with existing clients.

Coordinate with other internal departments to meet project requirements.

Do the WorkPerform project development for complex projects, including finalizing scope of projects, preparing bid summaries, preparing project budgets and cost estimates.

Prepare and direct preparation of designs, specification, plans, estimates and reports for projects.

Review job cost sheets and prepare monthly billings. Ensure assigned projects stay within budget allocation.

Responsible for the monitoring and management of work-in-process, billings, and outstanding accounts receivable collection efforts.

Maintain healthy client relationships and possess solid operational insight for driving projects and executing deliverables.

Maintain close relationships with clients to resolve all project questions including technical requirements, completion requirements and billing inquiries.

Assist with marketing presentations and attend marketing meetings.

Assist team leader in securing repeat business from existing clients and identifying new clients.

Supervise work of project personnel to ensure that it meets the highest professional standards.

Liaise with clients and agencies, subcontractors, and design teams on projects.

Review project changes, pending or anticipated alterations to the contract, additional work requests, and all other factors, which may significantly affect staffing requirements or budget.

Provide technical assistance in the resolution of design problems including field investigation or inspections, detailed design work, detailed review of design computations done by others and general coordination of design aspects.

Success MetricsDrive the profitability and growth of projects.

Be self-reliant and able to operate independently with limited direction.

Understand and accurately interpret financial reports and metrics.

Be a self-starter with strong marketing/business development.

Be a “citizen” of the larger organization, breaking down barriers and silos.

Outstanding client management skills.

Minimum RequirementsMinimum of eight (8+) years’ experience within the A/E industry to include a minimum of three (3) years assistant project management.

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Land Surveying, Planning, or related discipline.

Registered Professional in field of expertise.

Thorough understanding of business and financial principles in a consulting business. As well as municipal codes and regulations.

A proven track record of innovation, leadership and creativity.

Strong project management and communication skills.

Outstanding technical and computer skills.

Proven marketing and business development skills.

The ability to collaborate and team well across offices and be able to facilitate agreements.

Essential FunctionsIndoor work/Outdoor work

Lift/Carry 21-50 lbs.

Standing/Sitting/Traveling/Walking/Climbing

Excessive Noise/Exposure to Hazards/Extreme Temperatures

Operating Computer

Reach Outward/Reach above Shoulder

Push/Pull 26-40 lbs.

Crawl/Squat or Kneel/Bending

Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Note: The position description is intended as a summary only of key duties. Other related duties may be assigned as appropriate. No relocation assistance will be provided.QualificationsBehaviorsPreferredTeam Player: Works well as a member of a group

MotivationsPreferredGrowth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)