Colliers Engineering & Design

Senior Project Manager - Highway Engineering

Colliers Engineering & Design$100K — $130K *
Transportation
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering is required.
  • 15+ years of related transportation engineering experience is required.
  • Florida PE license is required.
  • Proven FDOT project management experience from preliminary engineering through construction.
  • Experience being directly responsible for budget, scope, schedule, project delivery, and quality.
  • In-depth knowledge of the regulatory permitting process for the region.
  • Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee Highway staff and project teams.
  • Manage overall workload and backlog.
  • Administer project budgets and schedules.
  • Recruit, mentor, and evaluate staff including setting goals and conducting reviews.
  • Coordinate training and development activities for staff.
  • Assist in design decision-making with engineers, designers, and project managers.
  • Manage project scope, schedule, and technical design, ensuring quality control and adherence to procedures.
  • Engage in client communications and enhance customer service.
  • Ensure accountability for group financial performance including revenue and collections.
  • Monitor administrative functions like timesheets and billing timeliness.
  • Develop strategies to enhance and diversify Highway Engineering services.
  • Pursue project opportunities and manage client relationships.
  • Prepare proposals covering technical approaches and pricing negotiation.
  • Participate in industry events and organizations to promote business.

Benefits

  • Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Paid pregnancy disability leave.
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance.
  • Life insurance.
  • Company-matched 401(k)/Roth retirement plan.
  • Generous paid time off including parental and military leave.
  • Employee referral and professional license bonuses.
  • Compensation for billable hours worked over 40 hours in a week.
  • Resources for personal and professional growth including education reimbursement.
  • Access to a variety of educational and self-enhancement courses.
  • Mentorship program and wellness initiatives.
  • Participation in a Women's Organization and philanthropic opportunities.
Full Job Description
Overview

Candidates will be a skilled Professional Engineer with experience winning and managing multi-disciplined transportation projects primarily for FDOT, CFX, and central Florida counties. You can expect to leverage the skills and resources of our existing team of South Florida engineers, designers, and project managers as well as 75+ highway and traffic engineering professionals positioned throughout the country working on exciting and iconic projects. You will be responsible for the growth, enhancement, and diversification of existing Highway Engineering services in Florida.

Responsibilities

Leadership & Management
  • Leadership & oversight of Highway staff and project teams.
  • Overall workload and backlog management.
  • Management of project budgets and work schedules.
  • Recruitment and mentorship of staff including goal setting and reviews.
  • Coordinate training and staff development.

Project Technical Duties
  • Assist engineers, designers, and other project managers in design decision-making.
  • Project management covering scope, schedule, technical design, and delivery.
  • Provide quality control and adherence to Company standard procedures.
  • Client communications and customer service.
  • Accountable for the group's financial performance (revenue, profitability, write-offs, billings, and collections).
  • Monitor administrative functions (ie. Timesheets, timeliness of billings, and collections, etc.).

Business Development
  • Development of strategies to enhance and diversify the Highway Engineering resume.
  • Pursue and acquire project opportunities with clients.
  • Prepare proposals including technical approach and pricing.
  • Client management.
  • Participate in outside organizations, events, conferences.
  • Market and cross sell other company services.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering is required.
  • 15 + years of related transportation engineering experience is required.
  • Florida PE license is required.
  • Proven FDOT project management experience from preliminary engineering through construction.
  • Experience being directly responsible for budget, scope, schedule, project delivery, and quality.
  • In-depth knowledge of the regulatory permitting process for the region.
  • Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That's why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women's Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!

About Colliers Engineering & Design

Colliers Engineering & Design is a leading multi-discipline engineering and architecture, consulting, and design firm serving public and private clients nationwide. Headquartered in Holmdel, NJ with offices throughout the United States, we specialize in providing a comprehensive suite of services including Civil/Site, Architecture, Transportation, Governmental, Survey/Geospatial, Infrastructure, Geotechnical/Environmental, Telecommunications, Utilities/Energy and Project Management. Our talented professionals utilize the most advanced technologies to deliver customized solutions for our clients.

Colliers Engineering & Design Careers

Joining Colliers Engineering & Design presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a leading team of professionals dedicated to pioneering innovations in the engineering and design sectors. This company stands as a beacon of excellence, offering a plethora of job opportunities that cater to a diverse range of skills and professional interests.

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The company values diversity and is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment. Diversity training is a cornerstone of their commitment, ensuring that all team members feel valued and respected. Colliers Engineering & Design believes that a diverse team inspires innovation and leads to better solutions for clients.

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Employees at Colliers Engineering & Design enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports both their professional and personal lives. The company culture is built on collaboration, respect, and integrity—values that resonate through every level of the organization. Team members are encouraged to engage in networking events and community involvement initiatives.

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