Senior Project Manager (Airports)

Overview Senior Project Manager (Airports) Des Moines, IA; Fayetteville, AR; Kansas City, MO; Oklahoma City, OK; Overland Park, KS; St. Louis, MO; Tulsa, OK Responsibilities Oversees the planning, execution, and delivery of large and complex projects across the firm. Leads and manages cross-functional teams to achieve project goals and objectives. Determines scope, complexity, planning, and scheduling requirements of large projects. Ensures project quality to client and firm standards through the development and implementation of best practices, processes, and tools, including conducting regular project reviews and audits. Ensures project management excellence through mentoring and training of staff. Maximizes the pursuit and delivery of major projects, partnering with leaders to take full advantage of the capabilities of our talent from across the firm. Communicates project status and updates to all stakeholders and ensures all parties are aligned with project goals and timelines. Manages project resources, including staffing, budgeting, and procurement, to ensure efficient use of resources and successful project outcomes. Monitors project performance and progress, including tracking project milestones and deliverables, utilizing project management technologies and best practices. Identifies project performance issues and develops corrective action plans. Identifies, assesses, and mitigates project risks by identifying obstacles, developing contingency plans, and proactively managing project issues. Solicits feedback from clients to ensure a high level of client satisfaction and to identify opportunities to improve Olsson’s level of service. Upholds Olsson’s Project Management Statement of Expectations. Ensures compliance with safety requirements for project staff working on-site. Qualifications You are passionate about: Working collaboratively with others Having ownership in the work you do Using your talents to positively affect communities Empowering others to use their talents You bring to the team: Strong Communication Skills Ability to contribute and work well on a team Bachelor’s degree in engineering, sciences, construction, planning, or a related area preferred. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, an associate degree with equivalent experience is required. Minimum of 8 years of experience in the consulting industry and 10 years of experience in project management. Has a strong understanding of engineering business consulting. Excellent client service orientation, communication, leadership, and presentation skills. Has solid interpersonal and decision-making skills and the ability to generate innovative and effective solutions to complex problems. #LI-AF1 Additional Information Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it. As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll: Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities Receive an excellent 401(k) match Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements Please note: The benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. If you\'re applying for an internship, you can learn more about internship-specific offerings and experiences at Olsson by visiting . Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. 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