Engineering Project Manager

McClelland Consulting Engineers (MCE) is seeking a Project Manager/Engineer to join our team. This position is responsible for engineering design and other duties for a wide variety of infrastructure improvements including roadway, water, wastewater, stormwater, and site development projects across Arkansas and parts of Oklahoma. This position will have the opportunity to work on challenging projects with an effective design team while also gaining valuable knowledge from experienced Civil Engineers.

We are seeking an experienced, driven individual who wants to work as part of a team committed to making a positive impact on local community infrastructure. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and within teams are essential.

MCE is a full service regional civil engineering firm primarily serving municipal and state government clients, as well as higher education institutions, and residential and commercial developers. We are a client-focused company that practices excellence in design and provides responsive customer service.

MCE is an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive benefits package and opportunity for career growth.

Summary

Project managers are first point of contact for any issues or discrepancies arising from within the heads of various departments in an organization before the problem escalates to higher authorities, as project representative.

This position will be responsible for water/wastewater projects across Arkansas and parts of Oklahoma. The Project Manager manages the development, implementation, and evaluation of complex designs. The Project Manager approves changes that substantially impact the scope, budget, or schedule of a project. In addition, the Project Manager monitors progress and performance against the project plan, and provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. Mentoring entry and mid-level engineers within the department. This position is also responsible for developing the project budget.

Essential Functions

• Planning, development, implementation, and evaluation with the management of a wide variety of projects
• Resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments
• Maintain the progress, mutual interaction, and tasks of various parties in such a way that reduces the risk of overall failure, maximizes benefits, and minimizes costs
• Prepares preliminary engineering reports, feasibility studies, master plans, environ- mental information documents and project performance work plans and reports
• Prepares NPDES, ARDOT, ADEQ, and various railroad and other permits
• Prepares engineering design drawings using field surveying data, reports, maps, drawings, and topographical and geologic data
• Conducts pre-construction meetings, pre-bid meetings, periodic construction meetings, prepares contractor pay requests
• Manages CAD, surveying, clerical and other support staff directly involved with the project to ensure adherence to standards and delivery of project on schedule and within budget

Competencies

• Knowledge of ADEQ and ADH regulations, policies, and procedures
• Understanding of Ten States Standards
• Thorough understanding of water and wastewater system infrastructure design
• Shows initiative, creativity, problem solving and critical thinking skills, and exercises independent judgment
• Ability to manage project schedules and budgets
• Strong communication, writing, technical and analytical skills
• Ability to interact with private and municipal clients
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Able to work with the AutoCad software suite, with an emphasis on Civil 3D

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment and outside for site visits. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and other office equipment.

Travel

Most travel is limited to short or day trips to visit sites, meet clients, etc. Overnight trips are generally not required.

Required Education

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related engineering field from an ABET accredited college.

Preferred Experience

• 5 years of design experience
• Arkansas and/or Oklahoma P.E. licensure preferred

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be eligible to work in the United States

The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• Fort Smith, AR 72903: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person