Senior Project Manager

Responsibilities

• Manage civil/site projects from proposal through construction closeout.
• Oversee design of grading, drainage, utilities, stormwater management, erosion control, and permitting.
• Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Cook up coordination with multidisciplinary teams, subconsultants, and public agencies.
• Provide quality control oversight and technical guidance to project teams.

Public Sector Expertise

• Lead projects for public clients, including municipalities, counties, state agencies, school districts, and higher education institutions.
• Manage projects involving parks and recreation facilities, athletic complexes, multi-use trails/greenways, educational campuses, civic buildings, and related infrastructure.
• Navigate public procurement processes, funding requirements, and agency coordination.

Business Development & Work Procurement

• Identify and pursue new public sector opportunities.
• Led proposal development, fee negotiations, and contract execution.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with public clients and teaming partners.
• Represent the firm at industry events, public meetings, and professional associations.

Team & Operational Leadership

• Mentor and supervise project managers, engineers, and design staff.
• Aid in resource planning and workload management.
• Contribute to strategic planning and growth initiatives.

Qualifications

• Required: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) (Georgia preferred or ability to obtain).
• Required: 10+ years of progressive civil/site engineering experience.
• Required: Demonstrated experience managing public sector projects, including parks, trails, education, and civic facilities.
• Required: Strong understanding of local, state, and federal permitting processes.
• Required: Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Required: Experience with public procurement processes and contract negotiation.
• Required: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Required: Ability to independently manage client relationships and procure work.
• PREFERRED: Georgia DOT (GDOT) Certification (or ability to obtain).
• PREFERRED: Experience with grant-funded or state/federally funded infrastructure projects.
• PREFERRED: Existing relationships with Georgia public agencies and municipalities.
• PREFERRED: Experience presenting at public meetings and stakeholder workshops.