OverviewWe are seeking a
Senior Project Manager II with
20+ years of professional experience to join our growing
MEP team in the
Austin, TX office.
The
Senior Project Manager II will lead multidisciplinary teams and manage projects and programs with a focus on operational excellence, financial performance, quality, and client satisfaction. This role will be responsible for the direction, completion, financial performance, and risk management of projects, serving as the primary liaison between clients, subconsultants, and the project team on the firm's largest, highest-risk, or strategically significant projects. The role provides portfolio leadership, develops other project managers, and grows strategic client relationships.
WGI offers a complete Benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD & STD, Life Insurance, 401k with match, PTO, Holidays, HSA with company contribution, Pet insurance, and Employee assistance program.#LI-Onsite
ResponsibilitiesTeam Leadership & Communication- Lead multiple project teams and mentor project managers and other assigned professional and technical staff.
- Facilitate project kick-offs, team meetings, and cross-discipline coordination.
- Promote WGI's core values and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
Project & Financial Management- Oversee scope, schedule, and budget for multiple projects and manage projects in BST.
- Collaborate with task managers and accountants on invoicing, planning, and resource allocation.
- Monitor financial performance, including labor budgets, revenue recognition, invoicing, forecasts, and profitability.
- Prepare and negotiate contracts and fee estimates in collaboration with the client.
Client Engagement & Business Development- Build and maintain strong client relationships and communicate project progress, key decisions, risks, and budget status.
- Lead proposal development and manage pursuits in coordination with discipline leads.
- Track opportunities using AEC360 tools and contribute to marketing efforts.
Technical Oversight- Work with task leaders to manage and review technical tasks for the team.
- Comply with applicable specifications, technical documents, and regulations.
- Serve as Professional of Record when required (potentially).
- Comply with the WGI Quality Control Manual and Safety Policy and Practices.
QualificationsEducation & Experience- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field (Master's or PMP a plus).
- 20+ years of progressive experience in project and team management within the AEC industry.
Leadership & Communication- Proven ability to lead multiple cross-functional teams and mentorship of project managers.
- Strong mentoring, strategic client management, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication; confident in presenting to clients and leadership.
Certifications- PE, AICP, RPLS, AIA, or other applicable professional licensure preferred, but not required for project management; PMP certification a plus.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visasIf you have what it takes to join our growing organization and want to be part of a dedicated team, please apply today. In return, WGI provides a competitive salary and an outstanding work environment.Physical DemandsThe physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office setting with periodic project site or field visits as assignments require. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate a computer, keyboard and mouse. Use of a telephone headset will allow for virtual communication with team members through Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit for prolonged periods, use hands/fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms, speak and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
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