Project Manager - Road - Fort Wayne

Join American Structurepoint and become part of a team that goes the extra mile for our clients and communities. We live by our values - respect, staff development, results and family. Our team is encouraged to explore new ideas and turn our clients' dreams into reality. With exceptional benefits, training, and mentorship, we pave the way for a rewarding career. Ready for more than just a job? Explore opportunities with us and help improve the quality of life in the communities we serve.Group: RoadPosition: Project ManagerLocation: Fort Wayne, INWe are looking for a Project Manager in our Merrillville design center to manage and take primary control of projects within this region. Responsibilities include managing, controlling, and monitoring all aspects of the project; technical leadership; quality assurance; and client coordination.Project Management:Plan, direct, and coordinate all activities of the project to ensure that goals or objectives of these projects are accomplished within prescribed funding and schedule parametersPrepare proposals, fee justifications, and contracts for each project in conjunction with the Team Leader, Group Leader, and Principal-in-ChargeEstablish a project work plan for each project which includes essential elements of the project with major milestones and potential roadblocks, the project schedule, and the financial plan that includes the project budget, a man-hour utilization forecast, and a billing forecastMonitor and control the project financial plan, review project cost sheets, and prepare monthly invoices for each projectPrepare monthly cost/profit analysis and billing projections for each projectCoordinate with the Team Leader and other project managers for allocation of personnel to staff each projectCoordinate each project with local government agencies, permitting agencies, utility companies, and land acquisition professionals as necessary to drive the project scheduleCoordinate each project with other department’s schedules through the Team Leader and Group Leader; Ensure productivity and cooperation among the project teamCoordinate each project with subconsultant’s work schedulesAggressively seek additional compensation for work outside the original scope of each project; Prepare contract amendments as necessaryServe as representative of firm at all required project meetings, presentations, and public hearings, and prepare documentation of items discussedPerform an in-depth review of all the essential elements of each project and update the project work plan near the completion of each major milestoneMaintain design book and correspondence file for each projectMonitor electronic file and plan organization and archivingTechnical Leadership:Direct and coordinate activities of design engineers and technicians to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budgetMentor and provide direct hands-on assistance when teaching new design elements, oral and writing skills to design engineers and techniciansIdentify project roadblocks and obtain assistance in resolving themStay current with design manuals and project development proceduresAttend seminars and continuing education to enhance skills in relevant disciplinesQuality Assurance:Supervise the work of all project personnel to ensure that each project meets the highest professional standards, follows the established quality assurance plan, and maintains the established budget and scheduleReview the final design drawings and computations prepared by design engineers and technicians for completeness and accuracy prior to every submittalReview work that is performed by other departments and/or subconsultants to insure satisfactory performanceRespond to construction-related problems as quickly as possibleClient Coordination:Maintain positive relationships with clients to resolve all project questions such as project scope, design exceptions, project development process, schedule, extra work, and billingsBe responsive to all client requestsLook for new opportunities with existing clientsProvide support for business development sales forcePerformance Measures:Successful completion of projectsQuality scores of projectsProfitability of projectsLevel of client relationships maintainedOther duties as assigned6+ years of experienceINDOT experience requiredMunicipal experience is a plusPE certification required

Created: 2025-11-06