Senior Project Manager, SUE

Senior Project Manager

Since 1980, CobbFendley has been committed to providing innovative engineering and surveying solutions with the goal of bettering communities. Our multi-discipline approach allows for the efficient completion of projects through experienced staff who focus on client communication. We are always seeking talented and qualified professionals to enhance our ability to provide clients with exceptional service.

Are you ready to Join Our Block and advance your career? At CobbFendley, people are our most valued resource. We offer a:

• New Hire Program // We understand changing jobs can be intimidating, CobbFendley has established a program geared specifically to the successful onboarding and integration of new hires into the firm
• Development Opportunities // Professional and personal growth through innovative in-house training and collaborative resources
• Compensation + Benefits // Competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including 401(k) Matching and Profit-sharing Contributions; Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Employer Funded and Voluntary Life Insurance; Tuition Reimbursement; and Continuing Education Programs
• Paid Parental Leave // FMLA-eligible employees will receive fully paid leave in the amounts of eight (8) weeks for maternity cases and two (2) weeks for paternity or adoptions cases
• Winter Holiday // Extended office closure from December 25 through January 1 to relax and enjoy the holidays
• Community Engagement // CobbFendley Cares focuses on STEM Education, Hunger Relief, and Sustainable Solutions

CobbFendley is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager in our Englewood, Colorado Office.

Requirements

• Engineering: Bachelor's degree in a civil or related engineering discipline in which the degree would meet state eligibility requirements for licensing, required.
• Engineering: Registration and designation as a Professional Engineer (PE), required.

Experience + Knowledge Skills Ability (KSA)

Advanced // Highly skilled with extensive experience; able to handle complex tasks and provide guidance to others. 15+ years of relevant and professional experience within a discipline, including proven performance as a Project Manager III.

• 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.

Complexity + Decision-Making Authority

• Responsible for the success of projects of large and complex scope. Must be listed as a Project Manager or Sponsor in Vantagepoint.
• Independently performs all assignments, addresses staff questions/concerns of moderate complexity, escalates critical and financial matters pertaining to the project to the supervisor, can identify areas needing improvement, and recommend corrective action to improve overall project performance.

Responsibilities

• Financial Management
• Utilize weekly budget report, project reports, accounts receivable (A/R) report, and staff utilization to manage projects and resources. Escalate to Department 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.
• Responsible for collection of invoices from clients and other Project Manager's clients under their direction. Communicates with Department 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 with support from Contracts Department, and knowledge of 5 contract review modifications including 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.
• Capable of identifying preclusions on pursuits and teaming opportunities.
• Communication + Collaboration
• Held accountable for communications 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.
• Assist with and provide guidance to marketing for requests for qualifications (RFQ), proposals, interview preparation, teaming, resumes, etc. Capable of writing project approaches for RFQ for marketing pursuits.
• 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
• Provide timely feedback directly to staff including for annual evaluation.
• 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.
• Exhibit exceptional leadership skills, including the ability to clearly define goals and responsibilities that are clear and realistic.
• Technical
• Work on projects that include the following scopes:
• Familiar with ASCE 38-22 & 75-22
• Understands SUE processes/Quality Levels
• Basic records research (811)
• Reconciles field discrepancies
• Reads plans/as-builts
• Coordinates support vendors
• Familiar with SUE equipment
• Understands Utility Design
• Conflict analysis/matrix
• Land/local regulations for SUE
• UESI training
• New technology in SUE/Survey
• Utilize the following software applications to complete/review project work:
• AutoCAD, Microstation, ORD
• Esri based data collection software
• BlueBeam / Adobe

CobbFendley 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,