Geotechnical Project Manager

General Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of a geotechnical engineering project to ensure safe completion on time and within scope and budget.
• Complete the project according to its contracted scope; monitor progress and performance against the project plan.
• Troubleshoot and recommend or resolve operational problems and minimize delays.
• May manage resource allocation, project scheduling, budgets and forecasts, and work with external vendors, subcontractors or contractors.
• Conduct meetings and prepare reports to communicate project status to the project team and client.
• Set priorities, assign tasks, and coordinate project staff to meet project targets and milestones.
• Communicate with the client and deliver work products to client satisfaction.
• Coordinate with APR to ensure appropriate oversight and reviews at critical junctures.
• Manage financial aspects of the project, including invoice preparation, change order handling, and collections.

Essential Roles And Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of a small to large-sized project.
• Proactively communicate with the client regarding scope, schedule, and budget.
• Work with the client or NAM to define project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Design, communicate, and implement a project plan for completing the project.
• Lead safety efforts including preparation and compliance with an approved safety plan.
• Identify, develop, and gather resources to complete the project, including preparing calculations, designs, reports, and work specifications; developing project schedules, budgets, and forecasts; and selecting materials, equipment, project staff, and external contractors.
• Partner with other departments or offices to secure specialized resources for the project.
• Conduct meetings and prepare reports to communicate project status.
• Set priorities, assign tasks, and coordinate project staff to meet project targets and milestones.
• Coordinate with APR to ensure appropriate oversight is in place and sufficient time is allowed for reviews of all critical junctures.
• Coordinate with accounting for financial management of the project.
• Develop and model a safe work environment; demonstrate safety practices.
• Promote pre-task planning for all projects.
• Promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects.
• Maintain awareness of project-related risks and company risk policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in technical disciplines such as Engineering, Environmental Science, or Construction Management, or a minimum of 9 years’ related experience.
• A minimum of 5 years’ related experience, or in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 9 years’ related experience.
• A valid driver’s license with an acceptable violation history may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE), Professional Geologist (PG), or similar professional registration/certification relevant to the type of services and projects being managed.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar professional certification.