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MDOT Bridge Project Manager

Working at C2AE

C2AE is a growing team of technical and creative people who love design. Here at C2AE, were committed to the big picture. We provide full-service design for communities, educators, and businessesthe building blocks of our worldbecause we want to make a positive difference every day. Join our team if youre a passionate problem-solver who is eager to collaborate on projects to improve the world we live in.

About the Position

The Project Manager with a focus on bridge projects is responsible for delivering Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and local agency public works infrastructure projects of all project deliverables produced by the project team, on time, within budget, in accordance with the firms quality standards, and to the clients satisfaction primarily working with MDOT clients. The PM is also responsible for maintaining positive growing relationships with clients and cross selling all of the firms services where applicable.

Role and Responsibilities

Project Management (65%)

• The PM will utilize the Companys Project Management system and work closely with project team members for completing projects. Some of the work may include but not limited to:
  • Develops and monitors the overall project schedule including time for Quality reviews.
  • Initiates staffing coordination with Transportation Team Supervisor.
  • Completes the Project Management Plan (PMP) and schedules and conducts project kick-off meetings.
  • Schedules and conducts interim review/progress meetings.
  • Works with administrative team to prepare Earned Value Reports.
  • Works with administrative team to update project staffing needs.
  • Prepares monthly Project Progress Reports.
  • Schedules all project Quality reviews.

Business Development (30%)

• Leverages existing client relationships and develops/cultivates new client relationships. Coordinates efforts with Government Market Sector Leader on these efforts.
• Assembles winning teams for pursuits, develops professional services proposals, and develops derivation of costs for work.
• Prepares contracts and sub agreements for review, approval and execution.

Leadership (5%)

• Leads project team meetings.
• Participates in professional organizations to increase firms exposure.
• Participates in training and development activities to stay with current with industry.
• Proactively provides positive influence and constructive input to all team members.

Qualified candidates will possess the following attributes:

• Leads others in design and plan production for conventional design-bid-build and/or design-build bridge projects. May be needed to assist managing road or pump station rehabilitation projects occasionally.
• Enjoys reviewing the work of other professionals, including QA/QC of plans, design calculations, estimates, and specifications.
• Has a broad understanding of bridge and large culvert design, including road related elements such as geometric, bridge hydraulics and deck drainage, traffic and safety, construction staging, constructability, and bridge planning. Capable and interested in managing bridge load rating and bridge safety inspection projects.
• Listens first, then asks questions to seek what the client desires.
• Expert in scope, schedule and fee management.
• Understands schedule implications driven by survey, geotechnical and roadway geometric considerations.
• Passion to lead others and help work with the team to solve problems.
• Proactive in project development steps and communication.

Technical Qualifications

• ABET Accredited bachelor's degree in engineering, required
• Professional Engineer License, required.
• 5+ years of experience in MDOT transportation infrastructure engineering, required.
• Project management experience strongly preferred.

Work Environment:

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Physical dexterity and ability to negotiate around a crowded and busy working office area, and around a crowded and busy working area, including bridge sites and construction sites.