Highway Project Manager

Larson Design Group • Full-time • Orlando, FL • $93k - $148k / year • 2m ago

About Us

Larson Design Group (LDG) is an award-winning, employee-owned Architecture, Engineering, and Consulting Firm. Guided by our core values, we’re expanding our team, opening new offices, and adding new offerings to provide responsive, innovative solutions to clients nationwide.

Being 100% employee-owned directly impacts our culture: it drives our decision-making, motivates our teams, increases our productivity, improves retention, and contributes to the future success of our company. Our culture is one where we work hard for our clients and for each other – and we have fun collaborating, sharing experience and expertise, and learning along the way. We’re passionate about delivering exceptional quality, elevating client relationships, enriching the careers and lives of our employee owners, and enhancing the communities where we live and serve.

At LDG, we strive to create an organization where people want to work. We offer a flexible work environment, paid training for required licensures, competitive benefits, bonus plans, and a company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) while supporting your professional and personal growth.

Your Opportunity + Impact

The Project Manager is responsible for the successful planning, execution, monitoring, and completion of multidisciplinary projects. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of the PMI Competency Framework and its practical application to AEC projects, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and organizational strategic objectives. The Project Manager oversees projects with budgets exceeding $1 million, managing scope, schedule, budget, and quality to achieve successful delivery and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Develops and manages comprehensive project plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, client expectations, and industry standards.
Coordinates across multiple disciplines and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution and delivery.
Oversees all phases of project integration, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, controlling, and closing.
Defines and manages project scope through formal change management processes, assessing and documenting all impacts.
Develops and maintains detailed project schedules, tracking milestones and ensuring timely completion of deliverables.
Directs project-specific cost estimation, financial forecasting, and EVM efforts to maintain financial alignment with objectives.
Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to implement cost control measures and optimize value and efficiency.
Manages contract administration and performance, including developing strategies, approving modifications, and leading negotiations.
Establishes and maintains quality standards consistent with client requirements and industry best practices.
Conducts quality audits, documents findings, and implements corrective and preventive actions for continuous improvement.
Partners with technical and discipline managers to ensure appropriate staffing, workload balance, and resource optimization.
Develops and executes communication plans, ensuring stakeholders are informed and engaged throughout the project lifecycle.
Prepares and presents project status reports detailing progress, financial health, risks, and key issues.
Identifies, assesses, and mitigates project risks, maintaining a current risk register and implementing proactive solutions.
Supports procurement processes, including contractor and vendor selection, contract management, and issue resolution.
Builds and maintains strong client relationships, ensuring satisfaction, resolving concerns, and fostering repeat business.
Leads by example, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and accountability in all interactions.
Mentors and develops associate project managers and team members, supporting career growth and knowledge sharing.
Stays current with PMI standards, AEC industry trends, and best practices to continuously enhance project delivery and outcomes.

Education and Experience

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. Master’s degree, preferred.
Experience: Minimum of four (4) years of job related experience, preferably in the A/E industry.
Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required.
Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) or other professional licensure in field of expertise strongly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrates a strong desire to expand knowledge and take on new responsibilities within the field.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook) and MS Projects or Primavera.
Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet project deadlines effectively.
Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a project team.
Ability to interact with clients, project team, vendors, and other external groups in a professional manner.

EEO Statement

Larson Design Group, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization.

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