Project Manager - Public Works

Title: Project Manager

Division: Public Works

LJA recognizes that our success depends on the quality of the people we hire. We are currently seeking highly talented individuals that take pride in their work, function exceptionally well in team environments, and contribute to the overall success of the company. As a 100% employee-owned company, we promote an entrepreneurial spirit that helps drive the bottom line and the long-term professional and financial success of our employees. With more than 50 office locations, LJA is growing and ready for talented people to help us build our future.

Summary:  The Project Manager (PM) will assist senior management with administering civil projects.  Projects include street and utility rehabilitation and new design; drainage, water and wastewater design – new and rehab; and private single-family and commercial site design.  Aspects of the job include project and staff management, QA/QC of deliverables, client relations, meetings, team leadership, planning, analysis, design, bid/construction phases and regulatory clearance. 

General Responsibilities:

• Project design to include, but not limited to, street horizontal and vertical design, utility design (storm, water and wastewater), grading, SWPPP, drainage design, and site design
• Production of the construction documents requiring accomplished skills with AUTOCAD, WORD, EXCEL and POWER POINT
• Review of plans, specs, and contract documents for QA/QC
• Process construction documents thru applicable government agencies
• Meetings with Clients and Contractors
• Bid Phase Services
• Construction Phase Services, including field visits, inspections, and report preparation
• Management of project schedules and budgets
• Supervision of technical staff and EIT’s
• (Note:  All of the above work will be accomplished under the supervision of senior management staff; however, the PM will be expected to grow in his/her knowledge and take on increasing responsibilities.)

Required Education/Licenses:

• Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering is required.
• Registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer

Required Experience:

• Project design and management experience for public works clients in the Texas Gulf Coast region
• 7 years’ minimum experience in Civil/Public Works Engineering and 2 years’ experience as a P.E.
• Strong communication skills (written and oral) & demonstrated technical aptitude
• Accomplished skills with AUTOCAD, WORD, EXCEL and POWERPOINT