What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structural Project Manager position at RLG Consulting Engineers?
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Job Summary: The Structural Project Manager will report to an assigned Group Leader in the Structural department. The Structural Project Manager’s main job responsibility includes delivering assigned projects on time and within budget. The individual is required to work on multiple assignments with overlapping schedules and needs to be able to multi-task to accomplish all tasks. The Structural Project Manager will work towards becoming a Senior Structural Project Manager.
Supervisory Responsibilities: The Structural Project Manager will serve as the point of contact with clients and design team members and will be representative of RLG’s standards. The Structural Project Manager will direct, train and mentor other engineering staff as well assist in employee performance management practices.
Essential Duties / Responsibilities: The Structural Project Manager’s duties and responsibilities will fall under multiple categories including but not limited to: Technical, Communication, Leadership, and Development of Clients. These duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Prepare proposals and requests for qualifications
- Review and approve project designs
- Prepare construction documents for supervisor review with limited supervision
- Review submittals based on construction documents
- Conduct site visits, make field observations, and write reports according to findings
- File documentation of organized calculations for later review
- Sign and seal engineering documents for managed projects
- Attend meetings with clients and document meeting discussions
- Monitor quality and progress of project(s)
- Track schedules, monitor budgets and assist in billing activities
- Proactively identify new client opportunities
- Master design and drafting software to create engineering documents
- Attend site visits prior to beginning design and through construction completion
- Prepare and/or modify technical reports and specifications.
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Required Skills / Abilities:
- Proficient with Revit software
- Knowledge of building codes and city permitting requirements
- Strong Leadership skills with the ability to teach and train other staff members
- Strong Communication skills, both in person and in writing
- Strong Comprehension skills, both in person and writing
- High attention to detail
- Self-Motivated
- Positive Attitude
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under deadlines
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil / Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related field required
- PE or SE License required
- Experience with design and modeling software
- A general knowledge of code and permitting requirements for projects
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
- Occasional attendance of technical events, seminars, and networking events - some travel required
- Occasional travel to project sites with potential exposure to uneven terrain and hot and cold weather
Salary : $96,800 - $123,000
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