Project Manager - Municipal Projects

Company Description We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company. We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us. Job Description Olsson specializes in providing multidisciplinary, preliminary, and construction design services for a diverse range of land development projects, including mixed-use, commercial, and residential developments, industrial facilities, sports venues, schools, and various site development types. We are committed to positively impacting communities through innovative and sustainable solutions. The Project Manager role serves as a lead project manager for the team, ensuring successful project deliverables and completion for complex and high-priority projects that may span across multiple teams. This position provides project management direction to the team and ensures quality execution of key projects that provide purposeful, high-quality solutions to successfully solve engineering and design needs. We consider candidates located in Manhattan, KS or willing to relocate to/near Manhattan, KS. Responsibilities Develop project scopes, schedules, and budgets and track progress to manage the financial success of projects and ensure timely completion. Manage complex contract negotiations. Lead the execution of project plans by assembling and managing project teams, coordinating availability of internal resources, and assigning individual responsibilities ensuring technical skills, capabilities, and expertise align with project objectives. Monitor progress and measure project performance, ensuring deliverables fall within established scope, schedule, and budget. Manage change requests, execute risk management techniques, and implement strategies to minimize negative financial impact to the project. Coordinate detailed reviews of technical work to ensure high-quality work is being performed and the terms, conditions, and specifications outlined in the project contract are being fulfilled. Maintain an ongoing positive relationship with clients and focus on exceptional client service to secure future work. Document all project deliverables and maintain comprehensive records including correspondence, design plans, and other project related files. Mentor staff within the team on project management best practices utilizing Olsson Project Management programs and other project support services resources. Qualifications You are passionate about: Working collaboratively with others. Having ownership in the work you do. Using your talents to positively affect communities. You bring to the team: Ability to contribute and work well on a team. Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. Project management experience including scope, schedule, and budget control. 8+ years of experience in site design and development. Must be a registered Professional Engineer (PE). Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D. Additional Information Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths. Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements. Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities. Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles. In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance. Equal Employment Opportunity Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status. Olsson understands the importance of privacy and is committed to protecting job applicants’ personal information. Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (collectively, the “CCPA”), this notice explains Olsson’s practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information for job applicants residing in California. #J-18808-Ljbffr