KPFF Consulting Engineers

Engineering

CivilEngineeringProjectManagerorProjectManager(Civil)

$135–185k ~AI est. Sacramento, California, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“Civil Engineering Project Manager or Project Manager (Civil) at KPFF Consulting Engineers. Skills: Client Relationship Management, Team Mentorship. Lead project planning. Lead project design”

What You'll Achieve.

Successful project delivery; High-quality solutions; Continued growth

Industry & Context.

Engineering
Problems you'll solve

Resolve challenges

Eligibility Requirements

Site visits, Navigate active project sites, Lift and carry up to 15 pounds

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Professional Engineer (PE) license, 10+ years of civil engineering experience, Demonstrated success managing civil engineering projects, Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Proficiency with standard project management tools, Understanding of engineering design principles, Understanding of permitting processes, Understanding of regulatory requirements, Experience managing project budgets, Experience managing project schedules, Experience managing project contracts, Experience managing client expectations, Ability to mentor staff, Ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams

Nice to Have

Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Experience supporting business development, Experience supporting client acquisition, Familiarity with LEED, Familiarity with Envision, Established relationships in Northern California

What You'll Do.

Lead project planning

Lead project permitting

Lead project execution

Manage project schedules

Manage project budgets

Manage project staffing

Oversee project performance

Identify project challenges

Resolve project challenges

Coordinate with internal teams

Coordinate with clients

Coordinate with consultants

Coordinate with contractors

Coordinate with public agencies

Provide technical leadership

Provide technical direction

Review engineering calculations

Review specifications

Review technical reports

Ensure designs comply with codes

Ensure designs comply with regulations

Ensure designs comply with industry standards

Support engineering solutions

Serve as client point of contact

Develop client relationships

Maintain client relationships

Support proposal development

Support project pursuits

Identify opportunities for repeat work

Identify opportunities for new services

Identify opportunities for strategic growth

Foster team environment

Delegate responsibilities

Contribute to office initiatives

Contribute to process improvements

Contribute to operational excellence

Stay informed on emerging technologies

Stay informed on design tools

Stay informed on industry trends

Support practice growth

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Internal teams; Clients; Consultants; Contractors; Public agencies; Project teams

Communication Scope

Client communication; Relationship building

Process & Methodology

Project management, Budget management, Schedule management, Scope management, Client expectations

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