What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Project Manager position at exp?
At EXP, we know that great experiences start with the right people. We believe that work should be challenging, and the challenge should be fun. We also believe that exponential possibilities are more likely to occur with a respectful, satisfying and empowering company. We value and respect our employees - their experience and expertise as well as their energy, passion and diversity - and their innovative approach to work and to life.
Your Challenge
EXP’s Infrastructure & Transportation Practice provides comprehensive planning, design and construction engineering services for all types of roadway, bridge, water resource, rail, transit and aviation projects. With a unique multidisciplinary team approach, we have a history of successfully delivering some of the most complex infrastructure projects in the Midwest. We are currently looking to grow and enhance our practice and are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Project Manager for our Wisconsin Operations (Milwaukee, Madison or Appleton areas). The ideal candidate will work directly under the supervision of the Practice Leader and focus on delivering transportation projects for wide variety of clients including WisDOT, Counties, and Municipalities.
Your Responsibilities
- Manage a wide variety and complexity of highway related projects
- Maintain project schedules and manage project financials including profit/loss responsibility and targeted direct margin
- Coordinate staff required for internal project teams, including directing, coordinating and reviewing work by others
- Perform design computations, oversee report, plan and specification development and sign and seal construction documents as necessary
- Oversee and approve invoicing/billing and manage project scope and secure change orders as necessary
- Work with other senior staff within Infrastructure & Transportation and other practices groups, as necessary, to execute project delivery
- Act as EXP’s representative with the client and selected subcontractors during project execution
- Assist in the preparation of proposal and presentations for project pursuits
- Develop and maintain client relationships
The Skills and Knowledge You Bring
- BS in Civil Engineering from an Accredited University
- 8 years of progressively responsible relevant experience
- Licensed PE in the State of Wisconsin
- Demonstrated ability to manage and lead diverse project teams with a strong track record of project delivery from both a technical and financial perspective
- Knowledge of work related to delivering transportation projects in Wisconsin
- Experience in geometrics and design, environmental and design report preparation, public involvement, and WisDOT project delivery
- Proficient with AutoDesk Civil3D as well as MS Office software
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to direct and supervise staff engineers and technicians
- Strong leadership, project management skills and the ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to mentor engineering staff
- Experience in business development and client relationships desirable
- Industry participation in professional societies required
