Senior Project Manager - Civil Engineering

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About Matrix: Matrix Design Group, Inc., an employee-owned planning, engineering and environmental consulting firm is actively seeking a Senior Project Manager in our Denver office. As an employee-owned company we are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, respect and excellence.

Our strengths of service, innovation, and skill are a result of that belief. We have a friendly, collegial, cooperative atmosphere and offer a full range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; holiday, vacation and sick leave; training and education; 401(k) and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Matrix employees are encouraged to participate in employee wellness programs, social committees and community outreach programs. We strive to employ highly motivated people with excellent communication and applied problem-solving skills who desire to advance their talents and skills.

Salary Range: $100,000.00 To $140,000.00 Annually, Salary will be dependent upon experience.

Summary:

The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for the management and execution of a variety of civil engineering design and permitting projects. Utilizing consulting expertise, prepares the scope, budget, and schedule for projects to ensure contract requirements are executed on-time and on-budget. Attend project meetings with internal staff and clients and make presentations concerning specific aspects of engineering projects and oversees the work of technical staff. Works with local, regional or state-level clients to assist them in achieving their goals.

Essential Functions:

• Development of project work plans and scopes of work.
• Provide project oversight and schedule monitoring.
• Prepare fee proposals and track and manage project budgets and invoicing.
• Prepare roadway, grading, drainage, water and sewer plans using AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• Produce project deliverables including technical memoranda, design plans and specifications, and technical reports.
• Administer QA/QC for project deliverables.
• Prepare supporting calculations, construction specifications, and permitting in various jurisdictions.
• Prepare construction cost models and engineer’s opinion of probable cost for projects through various stages of development including due diligence to final construction document submittal for bid.
• Manage and design Urban Redevelopment projects for our municipal and private clients.
• Partner with other Matrix practice leaders to assist on multi-disciplinary project pursuits.
• Participate in proposal presentations and project interviews.
• Maintain effective communications with clients and project teams.
• Technical reporting and presentations.
• Construction observation and coordination with construction contractors.
• Ensure that the staff resources are deployed in a productive and profitable manner.
• Conduct regular meetings to ensure that project needs are balanced with staff availability.

Competencies:

• Self-directed practitioner with strong project management and project delivery skills.
• Ability to supervise staff, bid projects, and develop project execution plans and technical deliverables.
• Outstanding client and personnel skills and the ability to persuasively communicate at all levels.
• Technical expert with outstanding team building, writing, proposal development, cost estimating, and program execution skills.
• Must be able to work effectively as a team leader in a group environment and maintain. positive relationships with team members and clients.
• Organized and detail oriented with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, AutoCAD, Civil 3D.
• Ability, and willingness to travel to project sites and other facility offices.

Education and Experience:

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in civil engineering
• Colorado Professional Engineering (PE) licensure or ability to obtain CO PE within one year
• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive experience with an emphasis in civil design including drainage, utility, roadway / transportation design
• Experience with traffic, drainage and utility reports
• Experience working with both private and municipal clients
• Strong industry relationships and an understanding of municipal, state and federal criteria
• Significant experience and understanding of local, regional, state and federal policies, programs and procedures
• Valid driver's license, in conjunction with successfully passing the Company’s MVR