Description
Title: Senior Project Manager& Houston Office Lead
Reports to: VP of Engineering
Department: Engineering
FLSA Status: Exempt
Review Date: 10.09.2025
Remote Status: In-Office
Job Summary
The Senior Project Manager role includes management of multiple (typically five to seven) transportation and public works projects and/or programs simultaneously with comprehensive scopes of work that include advance project development (APD) planning, preliminary engineering, final design, plans, specifications & estimates (PS&E), bid phase services, and construction phase services (construction engineering & site inspections, change orders, audits, etc.).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: may include any or all the following:
Analyze project scope and validate with site visit as needed; and prepare level of effort for required fee / budget and negotiate final fee with client.
Coordinate with client on project status and budget; direct the preparation of invoices, prepare associated progress reports, and approve invoices; negotiate supplemental fees for added scope.
Manage and lead multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring on-time status and delivery, within budget, and compliant with quality standards;
Determine and oversee staffing/resource requirements.
Work directly with, and provide guidance to, clients and BEC staff with varied levels of experience and expertise.
Develop and present communication plans, materials, and graphics for public interest meetings (city council, local, residential).
Ensure that projects adhere to all relevant industry standards, regulations, and engineering specification safety protocols.
Respond to construction administration engineering action items: Requests for Information (RFIs), change orders, materials quality approval, etc.
Conduct quality control audits; review all designs originating from the BEC - Houston office projects, ensuring accuracy, and work product.
Conduct site visits to monitor construction and validate project delivery.
Attend pre-bid, construction (all-phase), status update and close-out meetings; answer questions and resolve design issues.
Assist with business development efforts (proposal write-ups, industry meetings, visit existing / potential clients, etc.)
Other duties and projects as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field of study required.
MS in Engineering desired.
Expert knowledge of civil engineering design in site development, roadways, paving, drainage systems, water and wastewater utilities and traffic control plans.
10+ years’ experience in civil engineering design, and management of multiple projects simultaneously.
5+ years’ experience in direct management/supervisor experience helpful.
Experience in hydraulics and hydrology engineering as a plus.
Success Factors (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to focus and deliver quality results; keen attention to detail.
Effective time management skills.
Dependable, self-starter.
Proficiency in Autodesk (Civil3D), Bentley (Open Roads Designer, MicroStation, ProjectWise), Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and Bluebeam (Revu) preferred.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Professional Engineer (PE) License in Texas required.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification desired.
Travel
<5%
Physical & Mental Demands
The physical and mental demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Sedentary to Light Work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally; prolonged periods of time sitting, working on a computer, and repetitive motion to type; close visual acuity to perform activities such as reviewing data and extensive reading. While on a job site/field location, prolonged periods of standing and walking, with periodic bending, reaching, and stooping may be required. Maintains concentration and focus on tasks; learns and applies new skills; observes and interprets data and/or situations; analyzes and solves problems.
Work Environment
The work environment is that which an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job: typical indoor office environment, with intermittent, but essential, visits to a field setting. When in a field setting, employee may be exposed to a variety of conditions including extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, wind, snow, rain, etc.), loud noises, roadway traffic, fumes, dust and must be physically fit to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
