Transportation Engineering Project Manager

<h1>Transportation Engineering Project Manager </h1><p><strong>Department: </strong>MidAtlantic-Land Services</p><p><strong>Employment Type: </strong>Full Time</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Wexford, PA</p><p><strong>Reporting To: </strong>Matt Neiman</p><br/><h3>Description</h3>Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose.  At Verdantas, we are pioneers in delivering a comprehensive suite of environmental consulting, sustainable engineering, cutting-edge modeling, and digital technology services.  Specializing in thriving markets with strong growth trends, we play a pivotal role in shaping sustainable project outcomes across diverse sectors such as power, renewable energy, water resources, government land use, and transportation infrastructure.<br/><br/> Our dynamic team, comprised of environmental scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, collaborate closely with clients, harnessing state-of-the-art technology to provide highly accurate datasets and models that tackle intricate environmental and infrastructure challenges.  We pride ourselves on going beyond conventional problem-solving; we function as strategic partners, actively assisting clients in realizing their infrastructure and sustainability goals.<br/><br/> Verdantas stands at the forefront with a robust team of nearly 1,500 professionals, including top-tier scientists, engineers, and technical experts strategically positioned throughout the U.S.  Our commitment to excellence is grounded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve.  As a reliable partner, Verdantas offers integrated solutions and forward-thinking strategies in environmental consulting, engineering, and digital technology services.<br/><br/> Join us on this journey where your skills and passion align with our mission to create a sustainable future through groundbreaking solutions.  At Verdantas, your career transcends traditional boundaries, and your impact extends far beyond the workplace.  Discover a workplace where your talents thrive, and your contributions make a lasting difference.<br/><br/>Verdantas is seeking a <strong>Transportation Project Manager</strong> to support our <strong>Wexford, PA</strong> office. As a Transportation Project Manager, you will be responsible for project management of small to medium-sized multidiscipline projects, design and permit production, and close interaction with clients.  You will be responsible for putting teams together to complete projects of a high standard of quality, within deadlines, and within budgetary requirements. <br/><h3>Responsibilities:</h3><ul> <li>Project Manager is responsible for client satisfaction and relationship management in an effort to exceed client expectations and enhancement of the overall client experience</li> <li>Provide clear and consistent communication to both internal and external clients on performance and project status</li> <li>Develop/review the project scope and WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) for all projects assigned.</li> <li>Serve as a project manager and project engineer on projects and as a designated client contact explaining and modeling efficient project management processes to less experienced staff</li> <li>Prepares and directs preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, and designs for project</li> <li>Prepares/develops the project proposal estimating engineering costs, determining engineering disciplines needed and forecasting total resources required  for the project</li> <li>Prepares/monitors project budget.  Has overall responsibility for the profitability of his/her project</li> <li>Controls work-in-process, ensures accurate client billing, and monitors outstanding accounts receivable and collection efforts on his/her projects</li> <li>Monitors projects throughout all phases ensuring project schedules and budget compliance</li> <li>Attends client meetings, communicating concerns and changes with the client in order to ensure a positive relationship.</li> <li>Interprets and complies with all governmental requirements, ordinances, and permitting</li> <li>Author/Publish social media posts on innovation, technology or project highlights</li> <li>Actively participate in industry organization(s) such as ASHE or ACEC</li> <li>Responsible for administering Client Savvy or ECMS surveys throughout the year</li> </ul><br/><h3>Qualifications:</h3><ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering/Transportation or related discipline</li> <li>5+ years’ experience in the management and delivery of high profile projects for major transportation clients with an emphasis on PennDOT and PA Turnpike Commission</li> <li>Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred</li> <li>Strong knowledge of DOT project requirements. (PennDOT &amp; ODOT preferred)</li> <li>Active member in local/regional associ