Civil Engineering Project Manager- QA and Inspections

Responsibilities

• Manage steel and concrete fabrication QA review projects for Local Agency clients in Michigan
• Prepare scopes and quote fabrication review work based on MDOT standards and project requirements
• Serve as the primary point of contact for counties, cities, fabricators, and internal SCN staff
• Clock and schedule fabrication shop reviews for structural steel and concrete components
• Work closely with inspection and testing staff to execute reviews in accordance with MDOT specifications and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)
• Oversee review schedules, reporting, and final documentation packages
• Review reports for quality, completeness, and compliance prior to submittal
• Identify issues during fabrication and coordinate resolution with the team and client
• Support business development, proposal generation, project setup, and invoice review
• Become proficient with MDOT and project specific fabrication QA requirements applicable to Local Agencies
• Provide technical consulting related to structural steel and prestressed concrete fabrication QA services
• Mentor, lead, and develop individual team members and project teams to be successful in their assigned responsibilities and career growth
• Occasionally assist with project management support for other SCN services

Requirements

• A four-year civil engineering degree with a Professional Engineering (PE) License in the state of Michigan is a prerequisite for this role.
• PE licensing in other states and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred but not required.
• Experience with fabrication review, special inspections, quality assurance, and/or other materials testing-related project management preferred, but not all required for the right candidate with a learning mindset.
• Organized, detail oriented, and comfortable managing multiple active fabrication projects.
• Competency using computer operating systems and MS Office Suite programs (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills to effectively interact with clients, team members, and supervisors, conveying technical information clearly.
• Has a general aptitude for identifying and resolving complex technical problems in the field or office, utilizing critical thinking and logical reasoning.
• Demonstrates ethical conduct, maintaining confidentiality and ensuring safety and security in all aspects of work, strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines, fostering a safe working environment for yourself and others.
• Technical expertise associated with DOT specifications and construction standards.
• Comfortable managing, tracking progress, and monitoring deliverables for several projects simultaneously.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

At SME, we believe that taking care of our employees is the cornerstone of our success. Our commitment to your well-being goes beyond a job-it is about helping you thrive both personally and professionally. We offer a benefits package that is not simply meeting an expectation, but a key component of your overall job satisfaction. The following list highlights many of the benefits SME offers its employees.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision after 30 days of employment.
• SME covers the premium cost of medical insurance so that you and your families never have to worry about the costs of healthcare.
• 401k match
• Yearly profit sharing that goes directly into your 401k
• Yearly performance bonuses
• Yearly wage evaluations
• Flexible Spending Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Time Off