Civil Project Manager

Civil Project ManagerW&A Engineering is a growing, multidisciplinary firm offering civil engineering, landscape architecture, surveying, and program management with offices across the Southeast. Known for our innovative design, efficient engineering, and professional service, W&A is the trusted partner of community leaders and developers driving sustainable growth throughout the United States. We are seeking an experienced Civil Project Manager in our Athens office. From working with clients and across company departments to site visits to producing plans, you’ll be involved in many aspects of the land development process, guiding projects from start to finish.Roles and Responsibilities:Lead an interdepartmental team to complete an assigned project on time, to specifications, and with accuracy and efficiencyLead projects from requirements definition through deployment, preparing and managing schedules, scopes, budget estimations, and implementation plans, including risk mitigationLead and manage the design and permitting process throughout the lifespan of the projectDevelop and manage project timelines, including phases of implementation, completion dates, and milestones along the wayDevelop project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibilityConduct cost analysis, estimating expected costs for the projectPrepare, implement, and manage a budget based on estimatesDevelop a detailed project plan to track progress, including outlining the tasks involved in the project and delegate to team members based on expertise, work experience, and time constraintsCreate and maintain comprehensive project documentationMeasure project performance using appropriate systems, tools, and techniquesAct as a liaison between company, customers, and vendorsMaintain client communication and contact in alignment with company requirements and expectationsEnsure compliance with federal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, specifications, and best practicesConduct real-time and post-project evaluations, review design work, report project outcomes and/or risks to the appropriate management channels, and escalate issues as necessaryParticipate in the QA/QC ProcessMonitor client billings, obtain payment from clients, and resolve client disputesOversee the daily workflow of direct reportsProvide constructive and timely performance evaluationsProvide staff training, development, and mentoring as neededReview and approve employee PTO requests, timesheets, and project billingEOS participationContinue to develop professionally by maintaining technical proficiency and participating in continuing education opportunitiesOn a typical day, a Project Manager may:Communicate and collaborate with internal and external contacts about project detailsAct as a client/owner representativeLead Due Diligence processCoordinate design and permitting approval from jurisdictions for horizontal layout, grading, site disturbance, stormwater management, landscape, and utilitiesReview plans and identify issues, involving a Technical Specialist as neededInterpret zoning researchContact a client regarding payment for servicesAddress questions, concerns, and/or challenges throughout the projectSetup and maintain a project in project management/billing softwareReview and approve project time and invoicingValuable Skills for Success in this Role:Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, PE license preferredAligns with company values: Committed, Accountable, Resourceful, Expanding, and Socially ResponsibleExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skillsExcellent organizational skills, including multitasking, time-management, and attention to detailProject experience within either residential, commercial, multifamily, and industrialKnowledge of local municipal, county and state land use, planning and zoning processes and regulationsAbility to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriateCreative problem-solving skills, including creative and critical thinking, analysis, and evaluationCollaborativeSolid leadership skillsGrowth mindsetProficiency in full site developmentProficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3DCompetency in Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Teams, Excel, and OutlookBenefits Include:Competitive PayHealth insurance: medical, dental, and visionLife insuranceFlexible Spending AccountsRetirement Savings Plan (401k) with up to 4% company matchingShort & Long Term DisabilityPaid Holidays and UNLIMITED Paid Time OffEmployee referral bonusGenerous parental leave policiesAt Better Communities Collaborative we are Committed to building a more diverse, equitable and inclusive community. These values are at the core of who we are and central to our mission. We will hold ourselves Accountable in creating an environment that celebrates difference; we recognize that our differences are what makes us Resourceful, innovative, and ultimately stronger. We know that to Expand, attract and retain the best talent we must create a workplace where employees can be their authentic selves and know that their contributions are valued. We will strive to always be Socially Responsible and actively work to provide a safe space for respectfulness, equality, and “radical” candor.