Job Description
Are you a Civil Engineering Project Manager seeking purpose, challenge, and talented colleagues? With a diverse portfolio of residential, energy, commercial, light industrial and public programs, CESO has the opportunity for you to develop your career. We develop leaders and empower our associates to use their skills and talents to positively impact the world through service - to our coworkers, clients, and communities. We subscribe to the mission of "empowering our people to impact communities by bringing clients' visions to life," so if this speaks to you, let's connect!
At CESO, it is the role of a Civil Engineering Project Manager to plan, execute, and deliver projects in accordance with client expectations. This includes but is not limited to managing the efforts of internal team members as well as third party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to plan. Additionally, the Civil Engineering Project Manager will define a project's objectives, oversee quality control, and maintain responsibility for timelines and budgets. You will have primary responsibilities that include:
- Define and establish project scope, schedule and budget for projects as well as maintain quality control over a project's lifecycle
- Outline project objectives and timelines for completion and effectively communicate them to involved parties throughout project
- Serve as a primary point of contact with assigned clients through frequent communication methods and lead client meetings
- Lead the preparation of civil engineering project proposals
- Manage a staff of engineers and technicians and assign workloads
- Communicate project status and performance to executive leadership
- Monitor project progress to ensure adherence with contractual agreements
- Assure project documentation and reporting are accurately maintained
- Oversee coordination with clients as well as outside agencies and consultants for procurement of sub-consultant needs and jurisdictional reviews
- Elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, clients, and other internal departments
- Provide resolution to client and project issues
- Responsible for invoicing of clients and tracking accounts receivable on a monthly basis
- Act as a team resource on complex engineering issues
- Develop and grow business relationships with existing client contacts
- Motivate team members through the creation of a positive work environment by providing mentoring, coaching, and training to assist in professional development
- Other project and supervisory duties as assigned
Position requirements include:
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
- Professional Engineer Licensure (PE) is preferred
- 5+ years of experience professional experience leading the management of projects
- Proficient in the use of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, AutoTurn, HydroCAD, Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project, Deltek
- Excellent communication and delegation skills
- Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to manage and mentor a team
Benefits and Perks Include:
- Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule
- Paid Time Off - Credited to You 100% Upfront
- 401K with a Company Match
- Rewards and Recognition Program
- Training and Development to Foster Professional Growth
- Paid Holidays
- Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage including High Deductible Health Plan
- Welcome Box
- Casual Dress Code
- Reimbursement for Professional Licenses
- Paid Time Off for Community Team Service Events
- Short-Term / Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Maternity / Paternity Leave
- Employee events such as lunches and outings to foster a positive work environment
CESO is a principle-centered organization that aligns with strong service values, integrity, and authenticity. We develop and inspire our Civil Engineering Project Managers through training and coaching on the job. At CESO, we believe that work should be more rewarding than just a paycheck. In addition to a comprehensive benefit and compensation program, we create memories and friendships through our employee and service events.
CESO, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This organization participates in E-Verify and is a drug-free workplace. Criminal background checks and drug/alcohol checks are required.
What We Do
For more than thirty years, CESO has combined creativity with technical know-how to provide end-to-end solutions to solve our clients’ unique challenges and opportunities. We continue to grow in each of our ten offices across the country, offering a wide range of services that help us serve our clients and achieve their vision. As your needs evolve, so too will our partnership. Our strength is in collaborative relationships.
When CESO was founded in 1987, a small team had a vision of providing civil engineering and survey services to businesses and municipalities in Dayton, Ohio and the surrounding area. Today, CESO is a comprehensive firm offering multi-disciplinary capabilities through our ability to provide surveying, landscape architecture, civil engineering, environmental, architecture, and interiors services to our clients. Our combined experience, expertise, and strong relationships allow CESO to excel at creating experiences that drive business results.