Senior Project Manager - Construction Management

Ulteig is seeking a Senior Project Manager - Construction Management with a PE (or non-degree with 20+ years' experience) and strong CDOT experience to lead construction projects across Colorado. This role is critical in developing client relationships, driving business development, and contributing to the growth of our Civil Department. The ideal candidate must have extensive experience managing CDOT projects and possess exceptional leadership skills to navigate complex challenges. This position will work closely with the civil construction management team and leadership while mentoring junior staff. What You'll Do Provide strategic project management leadership for projects of varying size and complexity Develop and maintain client relationships and participate in proposal development Responsible for the overall management and execution of the projects' scopes, schedules, and costs Manage and lead a collaborative project team to ensure each project's needs are being met Collaborate with Technical Manager(s) regarding mentoring, training, and skill sets Work with project staff and partners to lead meetings between the project team and clients Develop, update, and manage the project execution plans Coordinate communication and provide status updates to stakeholders as required Assess project risk and proactively develop mitigation plans Proactively manage project requests for information and action items Work collaboratively with the Project Controls team to ensure project schedules and costs are managed and tracked to plan Responsible for coordinating projects through all internal and external processes Ensure availability or seek out adequate resources to support the projects Proficient in analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting the consequences of proposed actions, and implementing recommendations to support project scope, schedule, and cost objectives Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Demonstrates excellent leadership, verbal/written communication, time management, interpersonal, and organizational skills Consistently produces results that meet goals, has high work standards, and understands the business environment and processes Achieves results by problem-solving, setting priorities, and organizing Maintains customer focus to meet or exceed expectations and represents Ulteig professionally and courteously Builds and maintains positive relationships with clients Strives for individual excellence by seeking challenges and self-development, demonstrating high levels of expertise, and showing commitment, self-confidence, and integrity What We Expect from You Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a relevant field preferred (see below) Professional Engineering licensure preferred (see below) PMP Certification preferred 12+ years of experience with a PE license, CDOT , and construction management experience, OR 20+ years of experience without a degree or PE license, CDOT , or construction management experience preferred Demonstrate the ability to independently organize work on multiple projects and meet deadlines by setting priorities Demonstrated experience with successful project delivery Excellent communication, leadership, planning, and mentoring skills Must be able to prepare clear and concise status updates and reports as required Superior interpersonal and organizational skills A commitment to quality and integrity Must be willing to travel Pass pre-employment substance abuse screening and background check Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement. Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S. As you consider applying for a position at Ulteig, we encourage you to think outside the box - because we do! You might not meet 100% of the skills listed in a description, but we are committed to hiring people with exceptional talent, ability, and potential, and then creating an environment where they can become the best versions of themselves. We don't want to miss out on the possibility of speaking with the next outstanding Ulteig team members. And, yes, relevant military experience is absolutely considered for transitioning service members. What You Can Expect from Ulteig Ulteig is a purpose-driven organization that has built a culture focused on people, both our clients and our employees, for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality, and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our success and the success of our clients personally. We offer our team members: Flexible Workplace Employee Ownership Competitive Pay Collaborative Environment Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world's critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors, including Power, Renewables, Transportation and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America's essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients. At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive, whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid, or in the office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule, so employees are able to focus on what's important to them. Ulteig is a Drug-Free Workplace ACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE Additional Opportunity Details: Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $130,400-$176,500 * Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job-specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role. This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ulteig Engineers, Inc.