Federal Project Manager

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Washington, DC, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Professional Services • Consulting
The Role
Lead multidisciplinary civil engineering projects for federal agencies, managing schedules, budgets, costs, billing, client relationships, proposals, technical staff, and corrective actions. The role supports AE, IDIQ, and Design-Build pursuits for agencies including DHS, DOD, GSA, NPS, and VA. Candidates need a civil engineering degree, 8+ years of engineering experience, U.S. citizenship, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to travel. A PE license, federal design experience, and proficiency with civil engineering and project management software are preferred.
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Job Summary & Responsibilities

Pennoni is a multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm that was founded over five decades ago!  We approach engineering challenges from a wider spectrum of angles than most, from land development to energy management.  Our goal is to help communities and private sector clients alike navigate the ever-changing technological advancements available while learning how best to integrate “smart” solutions into the current landscape; this ultimately contributes to resilient and sustainable planning.  Our combination of talent and experience generates unprecedented solutions for diverse & iconic projects around the globe!

 

We are hiring for a Project Manager to join our team and contribute to multi-discipline design & engineering projects on a full-time, direct basis.  This person will have the opportunity to lead a variety of Civil Engineering projects as part of our Federal Programs team while collaborating with colleagues across multiple offices! Projects will include designer of record for both AE, IDIQ’s and Design Build Pursuits for a range of federal agencies including DHS, DOD, GSA, NPS and VA.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Engineers & technical staff.
  • Lead and manage complex engineering tasks & Federal Government projects.
  • Manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously; this includes monitoring schedules & budgets to ensure effective completion of projects accordingly.
  • Develop project schedules and cost budgets; this includes analyzing financial data to set relevant targets.
  • Work closely with Project Accounting Staff to monitor and control project cost & billings to meet budget profit, analyze project performance data weekly, and develop recovery plans (as needed).
  • Develop corrective action plans, as needed.
  • Meet regularly with clients.
  • Prepare proposals for new & existing clients (including estimation of project fees).
  • Actively support corporate mission, goals, strategies, policies, and procedures.
  • Promote effective communication and collaboration across Pennoni.
  • Demonstrate mastery of fundamental project management skills and utilize advanced PM techniques / best practices to increase productivity, efficiency, and accuracy while achieving short-term & long-term gains.
  • Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed.

 

 

Basic Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
  • 8+ years of professional experience working in Engineering (preferably with Federal design projects).

 

This person will be expected to travel as part of this role, so they will be required to possess a Valid Driver’s License.

 

Given the nature of the programs involved, US Citizenship is required for this specific position.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • License: PE or in process for Civil PE
  • Existing Participating in Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) or desire to participate
  • Ability to develop proposals (technical and pricing) or desire to learn
  • Understanding of Federal Design Guidelines or ability to learn
  • Ability to utilize Civil Engineering Software – AutoCAD, Civil 3-D including Hydraflow, Flowmaster, CulvertMaster (Bentley)
  • Proven expertise with Management and/or Project Management.
  • Experience overseeing A/E/C projects in the Federal market; experience working on Infrastructure projects is strongly preferred. 
  • Proven record of providing excellent customer service (for internal and external clients).
  • Proficiency with basic computer systems and software, especially Microsoft Office 365 applications (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint); experience with project management and/or CRM tools (especially Deltek Vantagepoint) is a plus!
  • Proven ability to work independently or in a team environment while demonstrating strong character and dependability; a track record of collaborating with internal team members at all levels and leading by example is strongly preferred!
  • Excellent organizational skills, especially with a proven ability to work in an energetic and challenging work environment on a variety of projects; this person will be expected to demonstrate a “can-do” self-motivated demeanor while effectively multi-tasking and prioritizing multiple assignments in order to achieve annual revenue goals in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrate excellent business aptitude & analytical skills as well as a forward-looking approach to manage strategic and tactical initiatives in an effective manner.
  • Excellent attention-to-detail; this person is expected to be thorough with their efforts!
  • Excellent communication skills (written & verbal); this person is expected to represent our company in a professional manner (e.g.: professional appearance, clear communication, etc.) and make presentations on our behalf.

 

 

Why Work With Us?

Pennoni is an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm.  At our core, we recognize that the unique qualities of Pennoni’s individuals are essential for innovation and growth as a whole; we offer many opportunities to help you build your career!  We continually strive to build a great workplace where our employees trust the people they work for, enjoy the people they work with, and take pride in what they do.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

 

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
  • 8+ years of professional engineering experience
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Willingness to travel
  • Professional Engineer license or Civil PE in process
  • Experience with federal design projects and federal design guidelines
  • Experience overseeing A/E/C or infrastructure projects in the federal market
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Hydraflow, Flowmaster, or CulvertMaster
  • Project management or management expertise
  • Proposal development, including technical and pricing proposals
  • Experience with Microsoft Office 365 and project management or CRM tools
  • Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and collaboration skills

Pennoni Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Pennoni and has not been reviewed or approved by Pennoni.

  • Equity Value & Accessibility — Feedback suggests the ESOP is a standout feature that allows employees to build ownership value without personal contribution. Employees often view this as a meaningful long-term benefit alongside standard retirement options.
  • Healthcare Strength — Health offerings commonly include medical, dental, vision, and employer-paid protections such as basic life, AD&D, and short-term disability. These components are described as comprehensive for eligible full-time employees.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, recognized holidays, and discretionary sick leave are described as structured and supportive of work-life balance. Some locations add flexible or seasonal scheduling that contributes to overall satisfaction.

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The Company
HQ: Philadelphia, PA
1,400 Employees
Year Founded: 1966

What We Do

Pennoni is a multidisciplinary engineering and design consulting firm that partners with public and private clients to address infrastructure, environmental, and community challenges. Its capabilities span civil/site design, transportation and construction engineering, management and inspection, materials testing, environmental services, planning, surveying, and energy solutions. The firm develops smart, sustainable solutions intended to improve communities and help clients plan, design, build, and maintain resilient places.

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