Senior Project Manager

About the Role

Pape-Dawson is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our growing engineering team. This is an opportunity for a proven engineering leader to take ownership of complex projects, build lasting client relationships, mentor the next generation of professionals, and play a meaningful role in the continued growth of our organization. Our team carries forward the legacy and reputation of GradyMinor, a respected name with deep roots in the communities we serve. As part of Pape-Dawson, that legacy is now backed by the resources, expertise, and expanded opportunities of a larger, multidisciplinary organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead & Deliver
  • Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of multiple complex engineering projects, with accountability for quality, schedule, budget, and profitability.
  • Provide strategic, technical, and managerial leadership throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Develop and negotiate project scopes, budgets, schedules, proposals, and contracts.
  • Oversee project financial performance, staffing plans, and resource allocation.
  • Review and approve technical deliverables to ensure they meet applicable standards, regulations, and client expectations.
  • Lead or oversee QA/QC, risk management, and issue resolution to keep projects moving forward.
• Build Client Partnerships
  • Serve as a trusted advisor and principal point of contact for key clients.
  • Develop relationships that lead to repeat business, expanded opportunities, and long-term partnerships.
  • Represent Pape-Dawson with clients, agencies, boards, and other stakeholders.
  • Communicate technical and strategic information with confidence and clarity.
• Develop People & Teams
  • Lead and motivate multidisciplinary project teams while creating an environment where people can do their best work.
  • Mentor Project Managers and technical staff, helping them grow their technical, project management, and leadership skills.
  • Provide guidance and oversight to teams of approximately 5–7 employees.
  • Contribute to a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Grow the Business
  • Play an active role in expanding Pape-Dawson’s presence in the markets and communities we serve.
  • Lead and support business development efforts, including RFQs, proposals, interviews, pursuits, and key client strategies.
  • Identify opportunities to deepen existing client relationships and develop new ones.
  • Leverage your industry knowledge, professional relationships, and market perspective to help drive continued growth.
• Shape the Future
  • Contribute to firmwide initiatives focused on design standards, technical best practices, operational excellence, and staff development.
  • Help identify opportunities to improve how we work, deliver projects, serve clients, and develop our people.
  • Balance client needs with team and business priorities while maintaining a high standard of performance and integrity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the state(s) required to support project work.
• 8+ years of relevant engineering and project management experience, depending on service area.
• Demonstrated success leading complex projects from concept through completion.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing multiple concurrent assignments.
• A strong track record of developing and maintaining client relationships.
• Experience mentoring staff, developing Project Managers, and leading teams of approximately 5–7 employees.
• Strong business development, communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• The ability to think strategically while remaining engaged in the technical and project details that drive successful outcomes.
• The ability to adapt to shifting priorities, manage competing deadlines, and keep teams moving forward.

Schedule

Availability to work Monday–Friday, with flexibility for overtime as project demands require.

Benefits

• Lead meaningful projects that shape the communities where we live and work.
• Build on the GradyMinor legacy while helping define what comes next.
• Grow your leadership career with the support and resources of Pape-Dawson.
• Work directly with clients and become a trusted advisor within your market.
• Mentor and develop talented professionals while building high-performing teams.
• Expand your opportunities through collaboration with professionals across disciplines, markets, and locations.
• Bring your ideas to the table and help influence how we deliver projects and serve our clients.
• Be part of something growing, with the stability and resources of an established organization behind you.