MDOT Project Director

Job Title

MDOT Project Director

Discipline

Project Management

Job Type

Regular

Location

Brighton - Brighton, MI 48116 US
Escanaba - Escanaba, MI 49829 US
Gaylord - Gaylord, MI 49735 US
Grand Rapids - Grand Rapids, MI 49503 US (Primary)
Lansing - Lansing, MI 48933 US

Job Description

MDOT Project Director

About the Position

The Project Manager with a focus on transportation projects is responsible for delivering Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and local agency public works infrastructure projects of all project deliverables produced by the project team, on time, within budget, in accordance with the firm's quality standards, and to the client's satisfaction primarily working with MDOT clients. The PM is also responsible for maintaining positive growing relationships with clients and cross selling all of the firm's services where applicable.

Role and Responsibilities

Project Management (65%)

• The PM will utilize the Company's Project Management system and work closely with project team members for completing projects. Some of the work may include but not limited to:
  • Develops and monitors the overall project schedule including time for Quality reviews.
  • Initiates staffing coordination with Transportation Team Supervisor.
  • Completes the Project Management Plan (PMP) and schedules and conducts project kick-off meetings.
  • Schedules and conducts interim review/progress meetings.
  • Works with administrative team to prepare Earned Value Reports.
  • Works with administrative team to update project staffing needs.
  • Prepares monthly Project Progress Reports.
  • Schedules all project Quality reviews.

Business Development (30%)

• Leverages existing client relationships and develops/cultivates new client relationships. Coordinates efforts with Government Market Sector Leader on these efforts.
• Assembles winning teams for pursuits, develops professional services proposals, and develops derivation of costs for work.
• Prepares contracts and sub agreements for review, approval and execution.

Leadership (5%)

• Leads project team meetings.
• Participates in professional organizations to increase firm's exposure.
• Participates in training and development activities to stay with current with industry.
• Proactively provides positive influence and constructive input to all team members.

Qualified candidates will possess the following attributes:

• Leads others in design and plan production for conventional design-bid-build and/or design-build bridge projects. May be needed to assist managing road or pump station rehabilitation projects occasionally.
• Enjoys reviewing the work of other professionals, including QA/QC of plans, design calculations, estimates, and specifications.
• Has a broad understanding of bridge and large culvert design, including road related elements such as geometric, bridge hydraulics and deck drainage, traffic and safety, construction staging, constructability, and bridge planning. Capable and interested in managing bridge load rating and bridge safety inspection projects.
• Listens first, then asks questions to seek what the client desires.
• Expert in scope, schedule and fee management.
• Understands schedule implications driven by survey, geotechnical and roadway geometric considerations.
• Passion to lead others and help work with the team to solve problems.
• Proactive in project development steps and communication.

Technical Qualifications

• ABET Accredited bachelor's degree in engineering, required
• Professional Engineer License, required.
• 5+ years of experience in MDOT transportation infrastructure engineering, required.
• Project management experience strongly preferred.

Work Environment:

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Physical dexterity and ability to negotiate around a crowded and busy working office area, and around a crowded and busy working area, including bridge sites and construction sites.

Benefits

We support our employees holistically. That's why we offer a robust health and wellness package, flexible schedules, and an open-door culture. Our benefits include:

• Competitive compensation
• A collaborative and professional environment
• Work-life purpose and fulfillment
• Health, dental, and vision insurance and flex-spending accounts
• 401(K) retirement plan options with up to a 4% company match