Community Development Project Manager Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

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Level 5 Sewickley, Sewickley, PA, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1334

Stratus® is an integrated, multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, interior design, and consulting firm. Consistently ranking among the Top 500 Design Firms in Engineering News-Record, the firm offers a deep bench of industry experts through a highly collaborative approach, delivering innovative solutions across the full project lifecycle. Operating coast to coast, Stratus® serves clients nationwide while maintaining a strategic commitment to supporting high-growth economies and building vibrant communities that foster the professional growth of its team. Serving public- and private-sector clients, the firm is dedicated to delivering the highest-quality service wherever projects take shape. Across the Civic, Commercial, Industrial, Transportation, Education, Water Resources, and Government sectors, we bring precision, insight, and purpose to every project, from targeted renovations to large‑scale infrastructure. Stratus® designs spaces, systems, and solutions that perform, endure, and make an impact, delivering on our promise of Better Plans. Better Places.

Stratus recently partnered with PVEDI and is seeking a Project Manager with a strong focus on civil site and land development projects. This role leads projects from due diligence and conceptual planning through design, permitting, bidding, and construction support, with responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client satisfaction. The Project Manager will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, oversee site design deliverables, and guide projects to successful completion in alignment with regulatory requirements and business objectives.

• Lead engineering projects from initial concept development through construction completion, ensuring that project goals, timelines, and budgets are met
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans, ensuring that all project activities are aligned with client and business objectives
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing regular updates on project progress, managing expectations and addressing concerns
• Coordinate with internal teams, consultants, and contractors to ensure the seamless integration of civil or mechanical systems into the overall project design
• Oversee the preparation of engineering drawings, calculations, and technical documents, ensuring accuracy and adherence to industry standards and client requirements
• Conduct regular project meetings to review progress, identify risks, and develop strategies to ensure timely project delivery and compliance with technical requirements
• Manage project financials, tracking expenses, approving invoices, and ensuring that the project
• Manage project resources to deliver projects on schedule, efficiently, and with quality.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and business development teams to pursue new project opportunities and contribute to proposal writing and client presentations
• Ensure that all project activities comply with building codes, safety standards, and regulatory requirements, managing the permitting process as needed
• Mentor and support junior engineers and project managers, providing guidance on project management best practices and technical solutions
• Ensure proper project closeout activities, including punch list resolution, final inspections, and post occupancy evaluations
• Drive business development efforts, assisting with proposals, client meetings, and presentations to secure new business opportunities

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or landscape architecture from ABET-accredited university or related field
• 5-7 years of experience in Civil , . Site, and Land Development design engineering or project management for similar projects.

Preferred

• Professional Engineer (PE) certification or Registered Landscape Architect (PLA).
• PMP certification or other relevant project management training

• A team-oriented environment that values transparency, creativity, and shared success
• Meaningful career paths, leadership opportunities, and space to specialize
• Learning & Development – Education and Professional Licensing
• We believe flexible, work supports the balance and well‑being our team deserves
• Excellent Health Care Programs – Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company‑paid Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, and Long‑Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance options for employees, spouses, and dependents
• 401k Retirement Plan with employer match

Stratus is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy‑related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Stratus Team’s management Team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.