Senior Project Manager - Urban Development - Huitt-Zollars - Rio Rancho, New Mexico, United States

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Senior Project Manager - Urban Development

Role Description: Huitt-Zollars' Rio Rancho Office has a full-time opportunity for a Senior Project Manager. The successful candidate will be a registered Professional Engineer in the State of New Mexico with at least 15 years of project management experience in residential and commercial site civil design, drainage studies/design, roadway design, water and sewer design, right-of-way engineering, construction document preparation, and post design construction services. The candidate will manage a team of civil engineers on land development and public works projects primarily in Rio Rancho and Albuquerque with opportunities to work on projects for other offices.

Location: Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Employment Type: 40 FT Hours

Compensation Type: Salary

Registration(s): Professional Licensed Engineer in New Mexico

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Duties:

Serve as the Senior Civil Engineer in the development of feasibility/planning studies, geometric design schematics, construction plans, specifications and cost estimates.

Lead daily coordination of urban development projects.

Coordinate with PMs, EITs, designers and drafters.

Review shop drawings, perform field observations, and facilitate the construction administration process.

Develop project proposals, scopes, budgets, and manage execution and tracking of projects.

Complete projects within client specifications, budgets and schedules.

Assist in preparation of project reports including feasibility studies, implementation plans, engineering summary reports, and drainage impact analyses.

Coordinate meetings (on-line and in-person), preparation of meeting agendas, and distribution of meeting minutes.

Effectively mentor young engineers and assist in their development.

Perform quality reviews of engineering plans for completeness and engineering accuracy.

Takes active steps in the pursuit of winning new business (Seller) or additional opportunities with existing clients and may be responsible for a stated portion of office sales goal. Assists and/or leads team in pursuit of new work (repeat work, SOQ and Proposals). Develops and/or executes project Win strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

Undertakes Project Manager responsibilities for major projects ($2.0+ million annual billing).

Prepares and follows comprehensive Project Framework Instructions and proper work planning for a project. Ensures proper staff is assigned and utilized on their projects.

Reviews project reports and performance metrics to track project progress and budget. Leads successful projects (profit, on-schedule, quality, satisfied client).

Contributes to successful delivery and performance of projects.

Cultivates relationships with clients and holds strong relationships with clients.

Understands, follows, and enforces Huitt-Zollars' business process including weekly rhythm.

Takes active steps in the pursuit of winning new business or additional opportunities with existing clients and is responsible for assigned portion of office sales goal. Assists and/or leads team in pursuit of new work (repeat work, SOQ and Proposals). Develops and/or executes project Win strategy.

Understands and follows HZ QMS and Quality initiatives. Ensures quality control measures are being adhered to on projects and daily operations.

Actively engages and participates in the training, coaching, and mentoring of junior staff.

Understands duties and responsibilities, possesses necessary job knowledge and technical skills, maintains job knowledge current.

Role Competencies:

Adaptable: Adjusting behaviors and plans to new circumstances while maintaining a positive attitude

Manages Time and Priorities: Maintaining focus on high priority work through thoughtful management of time and utilization of systems, tools and processes

Organizes Resources: Fostering thoughtful utilization of human and material resources to optimize success

Sharing Information: Conveying up-to-date information in the most efficient and useful manner to the appropriate stakeholders

Plans Effectively: Making plans for work to be accomplished in a timely manner and utilizing resources sparingly.

Builds Relationships: Showing deep interest in others and intentionally developing rapport

Qualifications:

Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE).

Registered Professional Engineer in New Mexico.

Min 15 years of civil engineering design experience.

Proficient in, AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint as well as familiarity with other project management tools such as OneNote.

Ability to interact with clients and multi-discipline team members.

Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills.

This position is also required to adhere to Huitt-Zollars’ Core Value and Leadership Competencies.

About Huitt-Zollars:

Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is a privately held, 100% employee-owned leading Architectural and Engineering (A/E) firm since being established in 1975. Since then, our firm has been providing innovative planning, engineering, architectural and interior design, construction and program management, and design-build services to our clients.

Located in more than 20 locations throughout 10 different US states, Huitt-Zollars holds a vision to improve the environment in which we live, work, and play. Employees/co-owners can expect to collaborate with their team, listen to client and community needs, and deliver world-class professional services. Learn more about a career with #teamHZ by viewing our LinkedIN Life page.

Benefits & Perks:

Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)

Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)

Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)

MDLive Telehealth

Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability

8 Paid Holidays

Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities

Paid Vacation/Annual Leave

Paid Sick Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements

Term Life / AD&D insurance

Cancer and Specified Disease insurance

Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times

The employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Huitt-Zollars in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Currently, Huitt-Zollars does not sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.

Huitt-Zollars does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters without a previously signed third-party agreement. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to any Huitt-Zollars hiring manager or employee will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency submitting the unsolicited resume. Huitt-Zollars will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Human Resources team and without an active, fully executed service agreement.

Huitt-Zollars is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or any other legally protected status. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company will make reasonable accommodations to assist in the application process upon the request of an applicant. No question on this application is intended to secure information to be used for discriminatory purposes. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 60-300.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status or disability and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.