Minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience
At least 5 years of progressive responsibility in transportation project management
FDOT roadway design experience and familiarity with design methods
Proficient in MicroStation and experienced with OpenRoads Designer
Professional Engineer (PE) license required
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Responsibilities
Provide plan review and project management for clients in the Southeast region
Organize activities, schedules, and reporting for assigned projects
Prepare and track project documentation including contracts and change orders
Draft correspondence and documents for clients, vendors, and regulatory agencies
Prepare invoices and purchase orders, and communicate with external resources
Lead project teams and support technical and administrative needs
Market to new and existing clients, including FDOT and local municipalities
Benefits
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching
Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
Employer-Paid short-term and long-term disability
Wellness incentives
Student Debt Retirement Match
Additional voluntary benefits
Full Job Description
We are currently searching for an experienced Transportation Project Manager to lead design projects in our Southeast Region in our Tampa, FL office.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordination and oversight of roadway design projects and roadway design staff.
To be considered for this position, applicants musthave, at minimum, a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
What you'll be doing:
Provide plan review and project management for Volkert clients in the Southeast region (FL-GA)
Responsible for organizing activities, schedules, and reporting in support of assigned projects
Prepare, issue and track project documentation such as contracts, change orders, client sign-off, etc. for all phases of assigned project work
Prepare correspondence and documents with clients, vendors and regulatory agencies as required
Prepare invoices and purchase orders; and communicate with outside resources when needed
Preparing and/or editing meeting minutes and presentations
Prepare project submittals and bidding activities
Lead a project team
Support our team and client by providing technical and administrative support
Market new and existing clients (FDOT D1, D7, FTE and local municipalities)
Interacting with clients and the public related to your work and understanding the context of the plans you develop
Lead the development of project designs and direct designers to successfully execute and deliver project work, while implementing client focused strategies
Aspiring to work in a team environment and participating in business development efforts and meetings with clients. Working as part of a team to deliver a range of transportation and civil design projects
Identifying and analyzing problems using reasoning to arrive at sound engineering conclusions
Adhering to company standards for quality assurance and quality control as defined in the quality manual
What you need to have:
BS degree in Civil Engineering
Minimum of ten (10) years of relevant industry experience
At least five (5) years of progressive responsibility within the industry
FDOT roadway design experience. Experience in FDOT design methods, plan preparation, standards, and specifications.
Proficient with MicroStation, experience with OpenRoads Designer
PE is required
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
Valid driver's license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)
Key Benefits:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Medical, Dental, & Vision
401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
Wellness incentives
Student Debt Retirement Match
Additional voluntary benefits
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About Volkert Inc.
Volkert Inc. is an engineering consulting firm that provides a range of services, including transportation planning, environmental engineering, and construction management. The company was founded in 1925 and is headquartered in Mobile, Alabama. Volkert serves clients in a variety of industries, including transportation, energy, and water resources. The company has a reputation for delivering high-quality work and has received numerous awards for its projects. Volkert is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
