Project Manager Jobs in Applegate, OR (NOW HIRING)

Why DOWL?
DOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. Our in-house expertise spans Civil and Land Development, Construction-Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. At DOWL, you're valued-we support your growth, offer great benefits, and foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork.
Construction Engineering and Inspection
Our Construction Engineering and Inspection team plays a critical role in turning plans into reality-safely, on time, and within budget. We understand that successful construction is a team effort, requiring close coordination between owners, engineers, and contractors. Our experts provide full-service construction administration as well as specialized inspection and testing services for a wide range of infrastructure, including roads, bridges, docks, retaining walls, sign supports, and reservoirs. If you're a detail-oriented professional who thrives in the fast-paced, hands-on environment of construction and takes pride in delivering quality results, we invite you to join a team that's building with purpose and precision.
Summary
Are you a seasoned construction leader ready to take on large, complex projects that demand both strategic vision and on-the-ground expertise? We're seeking a Construction Project Manager 2 to lead high-impact initiatives from business development through successful project delivery. In this senior-level role, you'll leverage your advanced understanding of multidisciplinary projects to craft winning marketing strategies and ensure seamless execution in the field. You'll be responsible for managing profitability, maintaining client satisfaction, and mentoring junior staff, all while balancing responsibilities that may require extended travel and occasional night or weekend work. With a sales/manager mindset, you'll play a critical role in client relations, team leadership, and business operations. If you bring exceptional construction knowledge, sound judgment, and a collaborative spirit-and you're passionate about shaping complex projects with long-lasting impact-we encourage you to apply and help lead the future of our construction services.
Job Responsibilities and Duties
To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Software

• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Project) - Proficient
• Projectwise, Newforma, Deltek Vison, UKG, Bluebeam - Proficient

Technical Expertise

• Demonstrates advanced use of technical fundamentals and judgement
• Leads the project team towards the most appropriate technical solutions
• Provides quality control and/or senior review of technical drawings and documents
• May prepare technical documents as necessary

Teamwork, Communication, and Leadership
Demonstrates excellent communication and collaboration skills. Interacts with clients, teaming partners, and contractors resulting in client loyalty. Takes responsibility for personal and team results and proactively seeks to mentor others.
Project Schedule and Delivery
Strategizes and develops project schedules that balance client needs and internal capacity. Leads the team to the on-time submittal of technical work products and deliverables. Leads internal and external project meetings that lead to project success. Coordinates with resource managers to ensure adequate staffing is assigned to projects.
Understanding Scope and Budget
Demonstrates advanced proficiency preparing scope of work and fee breakdowns that result in financial success for the firm. Monitors project metrics and takes appropriate action to make adjustments as needed. Identifies project changes (e.g., scope, schedule, budget, project team, client team) quickly and obtains contract amendments or conducts other change management activities as needed. Mentors others on above.
Business Development, Marketing, and Industry Standards
Leads business development and marketing efforts by meeting with clients and teaming partners, identifying leads for future work, identifying which leads are the best to pursue, positioning the firm to win those projects, and collaborating with others to successfully propose and win. Accountable for winning work for the firm.
Client Interaction
Frequent, direct communications with clients and teaming partners during project meetings, industry conferences, and other events. Serves as a company ambassador that fosters client satisfaction and loyalty.
Other
Other duties as assigned.
Level of Work/Accountability
Provides marketing, management, and leadership for multiple large, complex projects. Leads the development of scope, schedule and budget and reviews same for other project managers. Responsible for project quality, client satisfaction, and financial outcomes of assigned projects.
Supervisory Duties
May be a supervisor:

• Oversees team operations and the daily workflow of the team
• Organizes workflow and ensures that employees understand their duties or delegated tasks
• Recruits and hires new employees
• Implements training for new hires and identifies training opportunities for current staff
• Communicates information from leadership to employees and vice versa
• Monitors employee productivity and provides constructive feedback and coaching
• Sets goals for performance and deadlines in ways that comply with company's plans and vision and communicates them to employees
• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations
• Decides on reward and promotion based on performance
• Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Years of experience required: 10 years (5 years as a PM)
• Years of experience required with advanced degree: 9 years (5 years as a PM)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Licensed PE required
• PMP or equivalent preferred
• Driving is an essential job function or a valid driver's license is required to support legitimate business purposes

Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Position may include periodic site visits and inspection work on project sites.
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