Senior Project Manager, Municipal

About the role

CobbFendley is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager in our Tempe, Arizona office.

Qualifications

• Registration and designation as a Professional Engineer (PE), required.
• 20+ years of relevant and professional experience within a discipline, including proven performance as a Project Manager IV.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and lifecycle, industry standards, city, state, and federal rules and regulations, tools and software (i.e., Microsoft suite, Vantagepoint, Smartsheet, etc.), and quality management required.
• Skills including leadership, communication, time, risk, quality and financial management, negotiation, and problem-solving required.
• Ability to think strategically, adapt to competing priorities, execute and delegate, communicate and collaborate, and perform tasks with a high level of accuracy required.

Responsibilities

• Financial Management:
  • Utilize weekly budget report, project reports, accounts receivable (A/R) report, and staff utilization to manage projects and resources. Escalate to Regional Manager for additional staffing needs.
  • Prepare scope of work (SOW), Levels of Effort (LOE) and schedules for projects. Identify out of scope requests and prepare proposals for additional authorizations.
  • Communicate with Regional Manager for delayed payment risk plans.
• Corporate Compliance + Risk Assessment:
  • Ensure completion of the contract and subcontract review process through the Contracts Department and appropriate filing and adhere to jurisdictional requirements and company-established signature matrix protocol.
  • Review and provide contract mark ups, negotiate client contract modifications, and keep informed of the 5 typical contract review modifications: indemnification (duty to defend), standard of care, insurance requirements, warranty, and payment terms.
  • Negotiate payment terms with the client.
  • Ensure the company-established QA/QC process is followed from proposals to final deliverables.
  • Identify preclusions on pursuits and teaming opportunities.
• Communication + Collaboration:
  • Foster an environment for strong communication and collaboration such as ensuring that messages and information are not only received but understood and acted upon appropriately within the department, other disciplines and regions, and corporate resources including engagement of staff.
  • Able to articulate project requirements timelines, deliverables, corporate directives, in a concise and clear manner.
  • Ensure project and company communication is provided and documented to clients and staff.
  • Manage multiple and/or major marketing pursuits including resumes, writing project approach, responsible for teaming efforts, QA/QC and review of requests for qualifications (RFQ), proposals, leading interviews, etc.
• Client + Internal Satisfaction:
  • Be responsive and accessible, anticipate needs and proactively offer solutions, address complex problems and concerns timely, and follow up to ensure satisfaction post-resolution.
  • Oversee multiple clients and ensure a positive and professional rapport.
• People Development:
  • Ensures adequate staffing and recruiting of project team members.
  • Delegates work to, trains, mentors, and supervises junior-level staff and other entry to senior level project managers to complete assignments.
  • Provide timely feedback directly to staff including for annual evaluation.
  • Exhibit exceptional leadership skills, including the ability to clearly define goals and responsibilities that are clear and realistic.
• Business Development:
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients to identify business opportunities and expand company presence in the State of Arizona and within other states in CobbFendley’s Mountain region.
  • Identify and pursue potential leads, assisting in the preparation of proposals and presentations to secure new projects.
  • Collaborate with marketing and leadership teams to develop strategic plans for growth in Municipal and other infrastructure sectors in the state of Arizona.
  • As needed, represent the company at industry events, conferences, and other networking opportunities and stay updated with market trends and competitor activities.
  • Lead efforts in identifying and developing teaming partnerships with other firms.
  • Drive revenue growth through proactive engagement, client retention, and strategic business initiatives.
• Technical:
  • Work on projects that include the following scopes:
  • Selecting Pumps
  • Lift Station Design
  • Developmental Plan Review
  • Construction Admin, Limited Inspection
  • Constructability Review
  • Coordinating Multiple Discipline Design
  • Construction Phasing
  • ADA Regulation
  • Program Manager
  • City of Engineering Services
  • Capital Improvement Plans
  • Impact Fee
  • Utilize the following software applications to complete project work:
  • Microsoft Project
  • Bluebeam

Company Characteristics

• We Collaborate // with a professional attitude making communication a priority.
• We Commit // to maintaining a safe and inclusive work environment, with a focus on accountability.
• We Build Communities // by fulfilling our responsibilities with integrity that is consistent with industry standards.

Physical/Cognitive Requirements + Environmental Factors

• Most work is performed in a professional office environment. Some trips to client offices and outdoor environments for observations will be required.
• Seated and Standing Position. Extended periods of sitting and standing in an upright position at a workstation.
• Mobility. Movement within the office and job sites, including navigating between floors, workstations, and outdoor environments with potential for uneven surfaces.
• Neck Movement. Forward flexion, extension, or lateral rotation of the head and neck while using multiple computer screens.
• Repetitive Motion. Repetitive finger movements for operating a computer mouse and typing on a keyboard.
• Arm Movement. Extending hands and arms in various directions, such as overhead, below the waist, forward, or laterally.
• Object Handling. Raising or lowering objects from one level to another and transporting objects by holding them in the hands, arms, or over the shoulder.
• Cognitive Requirements. Selective attention, oral comprehension, oral expression, speech recognition, speech clarity, written comprehension, written expression, problem sensitivity, deductive reasoning, inductive reasoning, number facility, information ordering, category flexibility, flexibility of closure, fluency of ideas, and originality.
• Office Conditions. Includes extensive use of electronic devices such as computers, printers, copiers, scanners, plotters, and telephones. Additionally, tasks may involve the use of cutting tools and equipment like rotary paper cutters and plotting devices.
• Outdoor Conditions. Includes walking and climbing on uneven surfaces, confined spaces, and exposure to extreme weather conditions (heat and freezing temperatures). Potential exposure to high noise levels and various allergens, including poison ivy, sumac, dust, pollen, and cedar. Potential exposure to wildlife hazards such as animals, insects, and plants.
• Safety and Equipment Use. Regular use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required, along with use of hand and power tools.
• Driving and Vehicle Use. May involve driving large pick-up trucks with attached trailers, potentially operating watercraft, and for extended periods of time.

Expected Work Hours

This is a full-time position, generally 40 hours per week, however, hours may fluctuate depending on department needs including the use of overtime.

Work Location Flexibility

This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule once the training period is complete as established by the department.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Misclaneous

Pre-Employment Screenings. All offers of employment at CobbFendley are contingent upon the prospective employee passing a drug screening, physical exam (if applicable), and various background verifications (including but not limited to 10-year history of the county, state, federal, and a 5-year history of motor vehicle records). CobbFendley complies with all applicable state and federal laws regarding said screenings. Unless and only to the extent state or federal law limits CobbFendley’s drug-testing requirements for initial hiring, all candidates for employment are subject to pre-employment drug screening verification which