The SUE Project Manager will be responsible for management and oversight of staff and projects within the geographic region identified by the Geographic Discipline Leader and Regional Manager/Director. The SUE PM will supervise Assistant Project Management Staff and Field Personnel and will be responsible to administer to the needs of the staff including, project scheduling, equipment issues, supplies, proper time reporting and proper record keeping.

Essential Functions:

• Act as a mentor to junior staff
• Work to ensure departmental coordination on projects
• Coordinate with GDL to formulate & maintain department revenue budget/goal
• Work with APM and Field Supervisor to develop and implement project schedules
• Weekly review assigned staff field efforts and reports to ensure optimum utilization and recommend / manage issues related to not meeting billing goals/billable hours.
• Supervise staff and provide positive direction and constructive criticism
• Train/instruct staff in proper job performance, set positive examples in behavior and work ethic
• Prepare Proposals, Expression of Interest, and Work Authorizations for assigned projects in concert with APM, GDL, RDL
• Maintain and utilize working knowledge of accepted discipline practice, scientific principles, regulatory programs, and field standards and practices in the execution of assigned work activities
• Coordinate with departmental admin staff to organize and maintain proper filing of project and general information
• Conformance to company standards
• Prepare for and attend client/agency meetings with or without GDL/RDL to present information pertinent to the project
• Strong oral and written client communication both internal and external
• Works with Billing Managers to develop project invoices with accounting support
• Identify opportunities to Cross Sell all our services
• Ability to manage multiple projects at one time
• Ability to manage staff
• Safety conscious
• Develop and apply knowledge and experience with preparing proposals, developing budgets, tracking budgets and the associated financial management skills necessary to run a team and monitor the performance of assigned projects. Provide clients with proper back-up data (designating reports, test hole reports, field sketches, CAD files, etc.)
• Coordinate overall department and personnel schedule, maintain frequently to ensure ability to respond to customer needs and potential new projects
• While maintaining regional focus, coordinate with Discipline Leader, Regional Director and other GDLs to assist with project efforts outside of the region when requested
• Coordinate with local municipalities to obtain proper certs and permits for work in their jurisdictions
• Review project requirements and determine ability to perform the required work and ability to dispatch personnel within the project schedule
• Review contract documents and address concerns with GDL
• Strive towards maintaining working backlog by searching for project leads, maintaining excellent client relations with existing customers and networking with potential new clients to develop opportunities
• Work with other divisions to identify potential new project opportunities and multi-lining existing clients. Maintain good working relationships with department heads and in-house staff
• Work with marketing and admin staff to develop & deploy marketing and advertising opportunities
• Seek out opportunities for involvement with local industry groups, especially those that focus on engineering, construction, excavation, and utilities

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Provide performance goals for assigned staff and provide feedback to review job performance
• Supervise staff and provide positive direction, constructive criticism and recommend disciplinary actions when necessary
• Review plans, specifications, cost estimates, permits, and other contract documents
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and QC/QA plans
• Participate in group conference calls, coordination efforts and reporting
• Manage staff and current projects to ensure effective and positive outcomes
• Set positive examples in behavior and work ethic
• Identify learning and training opportunities to improve staff effectiveness and foster pride in work product

• Bachelors Degree Preferred, Strong SUE background
• 5 years of related experience at an Assistant PM or PM level
• NYSDOT 18.2.1, 18.3.1, 18.6.1
• Valid drivers license preferred, OSHA 10 & 30 Hour
• Strong background in SUE (Performing/Managing ASCE compliant SUE)
• Extensive knowledge of ASCE 38, familiar with related standards; CGA, PHMSA, APWA
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications and requirements for preparing SUE proposals and deliverables.
• Interpersonal skills, ability to effectively work well with and communicate with others
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to deliver technical presentations, educational/marketing discussions with new or prospective clients
• Strong organizational skills with a keen ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Proficient in MS Office, BlueBeam, Field Aware and/or other related software
• Excel in the ability to learn, apply and teach others technical skills and knowledge
• Keen eye for detail

• Representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
• Regularly required to talk, see and hear
• May be extended periods of time operating a computer in a stationary position

• Office environment
• Routinely uses standard office equipment including computers
• Routinely uses standard office equipment including computers

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. Thats why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Womens Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!