Project Manager or Sr. Project Manager - Civil Engineer - Transportation/Public Works

Our Southern California Transportation/Public Works Engineering Team has an opportunity for a talented and experienced Project Manager or Senior Project Manager to focus on our Transportation/Public Works service line. Typical projects include planning, studies, report and design of exciting transportation and public works infrastructure. They involve all aspects of management on plans, specifications and estimates preparation for roadway, highway, active transportation, transit and general civil improvement projects for State, City, and County agencies in California.

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About being our Project Manager or Senior Project Manager - Civil Engineer - Transportation/Public Works

As a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager and key member of our Transportation team in our Santa Ana, CA or Riverside, CA office at Psomas, you will utilize your expertise to manage all aspects of the development and design for transportation and public works projects. Ability to work in a team environment is essential. You'll be responsible for acquiring new business or secure repeat business and manage all aspects of multiple transportation projects using Company project controls, available staff, and sub-consultant resources. You will manage multiple projects and utilize experience to organize and execute the technical quality and coordination of a broad range of assignments.

Responsibility Highlights for our Project Manager or Senior Project Manager - Civil Engineer - Transportation/Public Works

• Possessing expert technical knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures within the Transportation and Public Works discipline
• Lead business development efforts and pursuit planning, including negotiation of contracts, presentations, proposals, RFPs and RFQs, and interviews
• Leading the design and development of transportation projects
• Developing staffing plans and project fee estimates
• Maintain client and contract management throughout the project and act as client advocate to maintain client satisfaction
• Prepare and monitor schedule, budget, scope of services, preparing and collecting additional services, budget monitoring and corrective action recommendations
• Supervise, train and mentor team members and coordinate with supervisors to assign and provide all design, coordination, and follow-up work to ensure agency requirements and quality standards are met
• Lead site visits, client meetings, QA/QC and coordination with agencies for obtaining permitting approval
• Positively represent within the region through participation in industry organizations, events and conferences
• Prepare plans and profiles, compiling research and development of technical reports, calculations, cost/quantity estimates, and specifications in order to provide clear, traceable, and coordinated interpretation of the design/drawings for construction

Minimum Qualifications to be our Project Manager or Senior Project Manager - Civil Engineer - Transportation/Public Works

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• Minimum of 8 years' experience in engineering and design with a focus on public works, roadway, and highway design
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration in California
• Minimum of 4+ years of increasingly responsible supervisory experience
• General knowledge in computer software utilized in the transportation/public works industry, Highway/Roadway Design, InRoads Software, AutoCAD/MicroStation, Civil 3D/Open Road
• Familiarity with local municipality, Caltrans, Los Angeles/Orange/Riverside and/or San Bernardino Counties design, procedures, regulatory compliance and agency coordination

Highlighted Benefits for our Project Manager or Senior Project Manager - Civil Engineer - Transportation/Public Works

Enjoy hybrid and flexible work schedules, work/life harmony, an inclusive benefit package providing medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee and qualifying family members, a 401(k) with immediate vested company match and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan that is 100% paid by Psomas!

• A competitive salary! The expected range for this position is $130,000 - $205,000/salary depending on experience

Compensation may be adjusted for well qualified candidates

• 8 Paid Holidays & 4 Weeks of PTO
• Career pathing, training + professional development

Strong History + Bright Future

As a 100% employee owned company serving clients throughout the western U.S for over 78 years, Psomas is proud to be an award winning consulting firm with over 750 employees. Our talented team have an array of skills ranging from construction management, civil engineering, transportation planning, environmental, landscape architecture and urban design, and surveying and geospatial services. We strive for excellence, and welcome candidates of all identities, backgrounds, and perspectives to help us continue evolving as an inclusive, employee first culture. Together, we foster a collaborative work environment, promote teamwork, and provide many opportunities for professional growth and advancement. We are looking for team members that are excited to contribute to our projects and make a positive difference in our local community.

We're a fun, rewarding place to work! We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.