JOB DETAILS

Transportation Project Manager

Mark Thomas is hiring a Project Manager to join our Southern California transportation team. The role of a Project Manager is to win new business or secure repeat business and manage all aspects of multiple projects using company project controls, available staff, and sub-consultant resources. This includes monitoring the budgetary health of the projects and providing a greater level of client care. The individual production and coordination efforts are reduced with the balance of the role being the actual management of the projects.

The qualified candidate will develop their own client base through business development activities and a higher level of client care, developing long-standing, positive client relationships. The supervisory responsibilities include the training, development and mentoring of direct reports, and assigned staff to responsible projects. The Project Manager will need to maintain a broad view of the project and communicate this view through direct, ongoing communication with relevant staff, clients, and sub-consultants.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Leads project teams to successful completion of quality deliverables
Provides project delivery oversight and accountability for assigned projects
Effectively communicates (verbal and written) technical approach to projects and successful proposal strategies to staff, clients, and sub-consultants
Performs the necessary functions and tasks to manage direct reports effectively
Manages quality, budget, and schedule of responsible projects
Engages with all aspects of project proposals
Participates in project interviews with potential/existing clients
Communicates effectively to all levels within the organization
Develops and leads a cohesive team to achieve project objectives
Generates sufficient business to sustain and grow responsible group
Engages and participates in recruiting and retention activities
Promotes and supports an inclusive work environment
Performs project and administrative work as appropriate

QUALIFICATIONS

Meets/exceeds competencies of Senior Project Engineer
8 - 10 + years progressively responsible experience
BS in civil in engineering or related discipline required
California Professional Engineer (PE) license required; or PE in another state with the ability to obtain CA Licensure within one year
Demonstrated proficiency and knowledge of general engineering and design principals
Proficient in MS PowerPoint and MS Project
Knowledge of overall project deliverable processes (PSR, PAED, PS&E)
Knowledge of effective business development practices
Competent verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated understanding of project financials and metrics
Demonstrated knowledge of project management practices
Demonstrated ability to direct and delegate work assignments
Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with a variety of unique and diverse people and personalities
Possession of a valid driver’s license

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

Mark Thomas offers a fantastic benefits and compensation package to include:

Competitive salary and incentives to include employee referral bonuses, certification and licensing incentives (PLA, PLS, PE, LSIT, EIT), and eligibility for year-end performance incentives
401k and ESOP retirement benefits to include profit sharing and a 401k match
Paid-time off benefits to include PTO, public holidays + additional holidays, bereavement leave, jury/civic time, licensing & certification exam time
Employer-paid vision insurance, basic life insurance, short-term & long-term disability, long-term care insurance, inclusive family planning & fertility resources, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), travel insurance, and in-house wellness education & challenges
Voluntary medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and pet insurance
FSA programs for medical, dependent care, commuter & parking
Reimbursements for certification and licensing exams and study classes and materials
Tuition reimbursement, paid annual dues for industry professional/societal organizations, memberships, and events
Budgeted time for training and career development
Flexible schedules and hybrid and primarily remote work environments

The offered rate of compensation (California locations only) will be based on individual education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location. The base compensation range for this position is $146,000.00 - $185,000.00 annually.

For more detailed information on our flexible and inclusive culture, please visit https://www.markthomas.com/about-us/culture/.

Mark Thomas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. Mark Thomas welcomes all.

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