Project Manager - Transportation

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Mark Thomas is hiring a Project Manager to join our transportation team. The role of a Project Manager is to win new business or secure repeat business and manage all aspects of multiple projects using company project controls, available staff, and sub-consultant resources. The qualified candidate will develop their own client base through business development activities and a higher level of client care, developing long-standing, positive client relationships.

The supervisory responsibilities include the training, development and mentoring of direct reports, and assigned staff to responsible projects. The Project Manager will need to maintain a broad view of the project and communicate this view through direct, ongoing communication with relevant staff, clients, and sub-consultants.

Responsibilities

• Leads project teams to successful completion of quality deliverables.
• Provides project delivery oversight and accountability for assigned projects.
• Effectively communicates (verbal and written) technical approach to projects and successful proposal strategies to staff, clients, and sub-consultants.
• Performs the necessary functions and tasks to manage direct reports effectively.
• Manages quality, budget, and schedule of responsible projects.
• Engages with all aspects of project proposals.
• Participates in project interviews with potential/existing clients.
• Communicates effectively to all levels within the organization.
• Develops and leads a cohesive team to achieve project objectives.
• Generates sufficient business to sustain and grow responsible group.
• Engages and participates in recruiting and retention activities.
• Promotes and supports an inclusive work environment.
• Performs project and administrative work as appropriate.

• 8 - 10 + years progressively responsible experience.
• BS in civil in engineering or related discipline required.
• California Professional Engineer (PE) license required; or PE in another state with the ability to obtain CA Licensure within one year.
• Demonstrated proficiency and knowledge of general engineering and design principles.
• Proficient in MS PowerPoint and MS Project.
• Knowledge of overall project deliverable processes (PSR, PAED, PS&E).
• Knowledge of effective business development practices.
• Competent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of project financials and metrics.
• Demonstrated knowledge of project management practices.
• Demonstrated ability to direct and delegate work assignments.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with a variety of unique and diverse people and personalities.

• Competitive salary and incentives include employee referral bonuses, certification and licensing incentives (PLA, PLS, PE, LSIT, EIT), and eligibility for year-end performance incentives.
• 401k and ESOP retirement benefits to include profit sharing and a 401k match.
• Paid-time off benefits to include PTO, public holidays + additional holidays, bereavement leave, jury/civic time, licensing & certification exam time.
• Employer-paid vision insurance, basic life insurance, short-term & long-term disability, long-term care insurance, inclusive family planning & fertility resources, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), travel insurance, and in-house wellness education & challenges.
• Voluntary medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and pet insurance.
• FSA programs for medical, dependent care, commuter & parking.
• Reimbursements for certification and licensing exams and study classes and materials.
• Tuition reimbursement, paid annual dues for industry professional/societal organizations, memberships, and events.
• Budgeted time for training and career development.
• Flexible schedules and hybrid and primarily remote work environments.
• The offered base rate of compensation (California locations only) will be based on individual education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in…