Project Manager - Site Development

Founded in 2007, Ward Getz & Associates LLC (WGA) is a Texas-based professional consulting firm that delivers exceptional quality and service. Our success stems from creative design and strong collaborative relationships with municipalities, permitting authorities, and local and state agencies. We specialize in industrial, commercial, large mixed-use developments, hospitality, healthcare, education, municipal infrastructure, and both multifamily and single-family residential projects. With offices in Houston, The Woodlands, College Station, Austin, and San Antonio, and remote team members across the U.S., WGA combines local presence with expanding reach.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project team and take ownership of the entire project lifecycle, ensuring successful completion from inception to final closeout.
• Conduct weekly meetings and maintain communication with the project team, including internal teams and external subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with QA/QC standards, project schedules, and financial management.
• Provide project updates and reporting to Practice Manager or Practice Leader, keeping them informed of progress, challenges, and opportunities.
• Manage projects to a minimum of 95% completion in areas where you have identified competency.
• Draft project proposals and set budgets, collaborating with the project team to ensure accuracy and alignment with client requirements.
• Oversee project accounting, including invoicing, budget tracking, and updating project management systems like Ajera.
• Lead and assist in staff management, providing guidance, coaching, and motivation to team members.
• Ensure that plans and projects are completed in accordance with company standards and industry best practices.
• Manage client relationships and work collaboratively with Client Managers to meet client needs and expectations.
• Actively participate in engineering associations, serving on committees, and engaging in networking activities to enhance professional development and industry knowledge.
• Develop work plans for projects, including internal milestones and resource allocation.
• Demonstrate strong presentation skills and the ability to coach and motivate team members.
• Be viewed as a leader in the technical aspect of the practice area, demonstrating high competency in project management, professional development, client service, and leadership.
• Be selected for project assignments by Practice Manager or Practice Leader with concurrence from Client Manager for specific projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in civil engineering, with a track record in project management.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in project financial management and budgeting.
• Familiarity with industry standards, regulations, and best practices.