Project Manager (Senior level) Site Design engineering

Join to apply for the Project Manager (Senior level) role at DOWL2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Project Manager (Senior level) role at DOWLGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Why DOWL?DOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. Our in-house expertise spans Civil and Land Development, Construction-Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. At DOWL, you’re valued. We support your growth, offer great benefits, and foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork.Why DOWL?DOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. Our in-house expertise spans Civil and Land Development, Construction-Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. At DOWL, you’re valued. We support your growth, offer great benefits, and foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork.Site DesignAt DOWL, you'll be part of a team that delivers a full spectrum of civil engineering services to both public and private clients making a meaningful impact on communities and infrastructure across the region. We take pride in our ability to solve complex planning, environmental, and design challenges, navigate funding and permitting hurdles, and guide projects from concept through construction with precision and care. Our strong reputation is built on a commitment to quality and the personal attention we bring to every project. If you're passionate about creating practical, lasting solutions and want to grow with a company that values both technical excellence and client relationships, we invite you to join us.SummaryThe Project Manager 1 is responsible for winning, managing, monitoring, and delivering projects that are high-quality, profitable and result in client satisfaction. People in this position have a broad technical background across a variety of disciplines, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to quickly assimilate complex technical information in order to make informed decisions. The person in this position will demonstrate an advanced understanding of managing single-discipline projects, a basic understanding of managing aspects of a multidisciplinary project, and learn how to fit each task together for successful marketing strategy followed by successful project delivery. A Project Manager 1 must demonstrate a high level of technical proficiency along with providing trusted leadership and guidance to less experienced team members as necessary. This position requires a seller-doer mentality and includes business development, client relations, staff leadership and business management responsibilities. This role also requires excellent interpersonal skills, a strong work ethic, solid judgement, and a desire to learn and grow. A Project Manager is expected to work well with others, absorb and apply constructive criticism, and seek guidance from more experienced members of the team as necessary.Job Responsibilities And DutiesTo be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.SoftwareMicrosoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) - ProficientProjectwise, Newforma, Deltek Vison, UKG, Bluebeam - ProficientTechnical ExpertiseDemonstrates clear understanding of project-related technical terms and fundamentalsCoordinates resolution of technical issues with project staffReviews and interprets technical drawings and documentsMay prepare technical documents as necessaryTeamwork, Communication, and LeadershipDemonstrates excellent communication and collaboration skills in both a leadership and supporting role. Interacts with clients, teaming partners, and contractors resulting in client satisfaction. Takes responsibility for personal and team results and proactively seeks to assist and mentor others.Project Schedule and DeliveryPlans and develops a project schedule that balances client needs and internal capacity. Oversees the on-time submittal of technical work products and deliverables. Schedules/leads internal and external project meetings to maintain project progress. Coordinates with resource managers to ensure adequate staffing is assigned to projects.Understanding Scope and BudgetDemonstrates full proficiency with preparing scope of work and fee breakdowns that result in financial success for the firm. Monitors project financials, burn rate, and earned value and takes appropriate action to make adjustments as needed. Identifies project changes (e.g., scope, schedule, budget, project team, client team) quickly and obtains contract amendments or conducts other change management activities as needed.Business Development, Marketing, and Industry StandardsParticipates in business development and marketing efforts by meeting with clients and teaming partners, identifying leads for future work, identifying which leads are the best to pursue, positioning the firm to win those projects, and collaborating with others to successfully propose and win. Accountable for winning work for the firm.Client InteractionFrequent communications with clients and teaming partners during project meetings, industry conferences, and other events. Manages communications between client, DOWL, and/or subconsultant staff. Serves as a company ambassador that fosters client satisfaction and loyalty.OtherOther duties as assigned.Level of Work/AccountabilityProvides management and leadership for multiple projects of moderate size and complexity. Leads the development of scope, schedule and budget for projects. Responsible for project quality, client satisfaction, and financial outcomes of assigned projects. Works independently with minimal oversight to complete pursuit development and business development tasks. Follows established procedures and exercises independent judgment on administrative projects under broad minimal management direction.Supervisory DutiesMay Be a SupervisorOversees team operations and the daily workflow of the teamOrganizes workflow and ensures that employees understand their duties or delegated tasksRecruits and hires new employeesImplements training for new hires and identifies training opportunities for current staffCommunicates information from leadership to employees and vice versaMonitors employee productivity and provides constructive feedback and coachingSets goals for performance and deadlines in ways that comply with company’s plans and vision and communicates them to employeesProvides constructive and timely performance evaluationsDecides on reward and promotion based on performanceHandles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policyEducation And/or ExperienceBachelor's Degree requiredYears of experience required: 6 years (0 years as a PM)Years of experience required with advanced degree: 5 years (0 years as a PM)Certificates, Licenses, RegistrationsPE, PMP, or equivalent required (depending on discipline)DOWL PM certification requiredA valid driver's license and a clean driving record are required to support essential business activities. These may include but are not limited to: travel to client meetings, field site visits, regional airports, contractor engagements, and construction zonesPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and ability to adjust focus.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. 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Created: 2025-09-17