What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Project Manager - Transportation position at Pond & Company?
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About The Position
We are seeking a self-motivated Senior Project Manager to join our Jacksonville, Florida office and lead our growing Transportation team. This leadership position will be responsible for managing both the operations and business development for our roadway practice in Florida, while working collaboratively with the broader Transportation team to achieve overall goals. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in pursuing and successfully delivering transportation projects, along with strong leadership skills and a solid work ethic. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of our Transportation practice and directly impact on the growth and success of our transportation services in the region. In this role, the Senior Project Manager will lead project pursuits in collaboration with the Transportation team, Pond leadership, and our Marketing team. You will have Go/No-Go authority on pursuits for operations in conjunction with the Marketing team and assess the need for strategic hires to better position the team during the pursuit phase. You will engage actively with state DOTs and other clients to assess and align service offerings, ultimately positioning Pond as a leader in transportation design services. On the operational side, you will oversee day-to-day activities and manage resource allocation, staffing, and project budgets for the Florida Transportation practice. Working closely with Project Managers and Design Teams, you will ensure that resources are used effectively to meet current and future needs. Additionally, you will review and approve new hires for the team and take responsibility for the training, mentoring, and professional development of direct reports. In terms of technical leadership, you will serve as Senior Design Manager or Senior Project Manager as needed to win new opportunities, achieve technical results, and ensure client satisfaction. You will also oversee and actively manage the Quality Assurance Program for the roadway practice, while contributing to branding Pond as an industry-recognized technical expert in transportation design services.
Experience And Qualifications
Pond is an award-winning, full-service architecture, engineering, planning, construction management, and environmental services firm providing professional solutions to clients throughout the U.S. and globally for nearly 60 years. Pond’s staff of 800 professionals provide a deep bench strength of experience and capabilities to offer customized solutions that help clients manage projects from concept to completion – and everything in between – with confidence and clarity. Pond is currently ranked as the 80th largest engineering and design firm by ENR, Atlanta’s #1 engineering firm by Atlanta Business Chronicle, and has been recognized as an Employer of the Year by Georgia ACEC and a Best Place to Work for Working Parents.
Additional Information
Many factors are considered when determining compensation at Pond, including scope and level of position, geographic location, candidate skill, knowledge and experience. Starting base pay may vary depending on these factors. Please see the hiring range associated with this posting for more information.
Additional cash incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on position offered. Learn more about Pond’s comprehensive benefits offerings here.
All offers of employment made by Pond & Company are contingent upon satisfactory background check results. Pre-employment background checks will be conducted on all candidates that are offered a position at Pond in compliance with program policy as well as state and federal regulations. Additionally, offers may be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Employment decisions at Pond are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state and local laws in jurisdictions where we operate. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hrdepartment@pondco.com.
Apply for this position at careers.pondco.com.We are always looking for driven professionals of all disciplines to join our fast-growing company. For more information on our services, clientele, or employment opportunities, visit our website at www.pondco.com.
Should you run into any issues in completing the application, please reach out to recruiters@pondco.com for assistance.
About The Position
We are seeking a self-motivated Senior Project Manager to join our Jacksonville, Florida office and lead our growing Transportation team. This leadership position will be responsible for managing both the operations and business development for our roadway practice in Florida, while working collaboratively with the broader Transportation team to achieve overall goals. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in pursuing and successfully delivering transportation projects, along with strong leadership skills and a solid work ethic. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of our Transportation practice and directly impact on the growth and success of our transportation services in the region. In this role, the Senior Project Manager will lead project pursuits in collaboration with the Transportation team, Pond leadership, and our Marketing team. You will have Go/No-Go authority on pursuits for operations in conjunction with the Marketing team and assess the need for strategic hires to better position the team during the pursuit phase. You will engage actively with state DOTs and other clients to assess and align service offerings, ultimately positioning Pond as a leader in transportation design services. On the operational side, you will oversee day-to-day activities and manage resource allocation, staffing, and project budgets for the Florida Transportation practice. Working closely with Project Managers and Design Teams, you will ensure that resources are used effectively to meet current and future needs. Additionally, you will review and approve new hires for the team and take responsibility for the training, mentoring, and professional development of direct reports. In terms of technical leadership, you will serve as Senior Design Manager or Senior Project Manager as needed to win new opportunities, achieve technical results, and ensure client satisfaction. You will also oversee and actively manage the Quality Assurance Program for the roadway practice, while contributing to branding Pond as an industry-recognized technical expert in transportation design services.
Experience And Qualifications
- B.S. in Civil Engineering or Transportation Engineering
- 15 - 20 years of transportation/roadway and drainage design experience is preferred
- Professional Engineer, P.E. certification is required
- Knowledge of the practical application of engineering principles, practices and techniques
- Ability to demonstrate strong organizational, project, and time management skills
- Ability to build and maintain excellent interpersonal relationships
- Ability to work well within a team environment, positive attitude, multi-task, and self-motivated to produce high quality work
- Ability and desire to learn and grow professionally
Pond is an award-winning, full-service architecture, engineering, planning, construction management, and environmental services firm providing professional solutions to clients throughout the U.S. and globally for nearly 60 years. Pond’s staff of 800 professionals provide a deep bench strength of experience and capabilities to offer customized solutions that help clients manage projects from concept to completion – and everything in between – with confidence and clarity. Pond is currently ranked as the 80th largest engineering and design firm by ENR, Atlanta’s #1 engineering firm by Atlanta Business Chronicle, and has been recognized as an Employer of the Year by Georgia ACEC and a Best Place to Work for Working Parents.
Additional Information
Many factors are considered when determining compensation at Pond, including scope and level of position, geographic location, candidate skill, knowledge and experience. Starting base pay may vary depending on these factors. Please see the hiring range associated with this posting for more information.
Additional cash incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on position offered. Learn more about Pond’s comprehensive benefits offerings here.
All offers of employment made by Pond & Company are contingent upon satisfactory background check results. Pre-employment background checks will be conducted on all candidates that are offered a position at Pond in compliance with program policy as well as state and federal regulations. Additionally, offers may be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Employment decisions at Pond are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state and local laws in jurisdictions where we operate. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hrdepartment@pondco.com.
Apply for this position at careers.pondco.com.We are always looking for driven professionals of all disciplines to join our fast-growing company. For more information on our services, clientele, or employment opportunities, visit our website at www.pondco.com.
Should you run into any issues in completing the application, please reach out to recruiters@pondco.com for assistance.