Sr Project Manager, Municipal
WSB, Norman, OK, United States
Forge ahead with WSB. We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to add to our growing team. This is an exciting role for someone looking to grow their career with a growing company. This role provides an amazing opportunity to join a dynamic company working on groundbreaking projects across the US. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results, and we’ve dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas. We inspire each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us. If you are a Senior Project Manager that aligns with our values, we would love for you to continue reading and apply.
What You Will Do
Manage all aspects of multi-discipline projects and clients from the proposal process to project closeout
Plan, direct, and coordinate activities including client meetings, public hearings, and public involvement events so that projects move forward within the prescribed time frames and budgets
Anticipate client needs, biases, and preferences and tailor communication and work output accordingly
Team Leadership: Lead a team of engineers, technicians, and support staff, assigning tasks, providing guidance, and monitoring project progress in multiple locations
Work directly with municipal client staff to deliver CIP programs and or projects, potentially on‑site in a staff augmentation setting
Client Relations: Establishing and maintaining relationships with municipal clients, understanding their needs, and ensuring project requirements are met
Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring projects comply with relevant municipal codes, regulations, and environmental standards
Budgeting and Resource Management: Developing project budgets, allocating resources effectively, and monitoring expenditures to ensure cost control
Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Identifying potential risks and challenges, developing risk mitigation strategies, and resolving issues that may arise during project execution
Contract Management: Overseeing contract negotiations, reviewing contractor performance, and ensuring compliance with contractual agreements
Prepare or coordinate preparation of project / client correspondence and documentation
Participate in and lead business development activities to new and existing clients through the following activities: plans, leads and participates in client meetings and networking events
Continuous Improvement: Identifying opportunities for process improvements, implementing best practices, and promoting innovation within the municipal engineering department
Understanding of alternative funding sources for municipal projects, and ability to secure funding
What You Will Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited school
Registration as a professional engineer (or the ability to obtain registration within six months)
8+ years municipal experience; direct experience working for a municipality
Experience in managing municipal CIP programs and projects, clients, and staff in this market
A history in delivering projects with positive customer service experiences
The ability and desire to develop an understanding of, or even anticipate the client’s needs
Who We Are
WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.
Full time WSB employees qualify for a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short‑and long‑term disability, 401(k) with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401(k) plan and applicable earned paid leave.
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status. WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e‑mail us at wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com. In your e‑mail, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Notice to Third Party Agencies: WSB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by WSB, we reserve the right to pursue and hire any unsolicited candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.
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What You Will Do
Manage all aspects of multi-discipline projects and clients from the proposal process to project closeout
Plan, direct, and coordinate activities including client meetings, public hearings, and public involvement events so that projects move forward within the prescribed time frames and budgets
Anticipate client needs, biases, and preferences and tailor communication and work output accordingly
Team Leadership: Lead a team of engineers, technicians, and support staff, assigning tasks, providing guidance, and monitoring project progress in multiple locations
Work directly with municipal client staff to deliver CIP programs and or projects, potentially on‑site in a staff augmentation setting
Client Relations: Establishing and maintaining relationships with municipal clients, understanding their needs, and ensuring project requirements are met
Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring projects comply with relevant municipal codes, regulations, and environmental standards
Budgeting and Resource Management: Developing project budgets, allocating resources effectively, and monitoring expenditures to ensure cost control
Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Identifying potential risks and challenges, developing risk mitigation strategies, and resolving issues that may arise during project execution
Contract Management: Overseeing contract negotiations, reviewing contractor performance, and ensuring compliance with contractual agreements
Prepare or coordinate preparation of project / client correspondence and documentation
Participate in and lead business development activities to new and existing clients through the following activities: plans, leads and participates in client meetings and networking events
Continuous Improvement: Identifying opportunities for process improvements, implementing best practices, and promoting innovation within the municipal engineering department
Understanding of alternative funding sources for municipal projects, and ability to secure funding
What You Will Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited school
Registration as a professional engineer (or the ability to obtain registration within six months)
8+ years municipal experience; direct experience working for a municipality
Experience in managing municipal CIP programs and projects, clients, and staff in this market
A history in delivering projects with positive customer service experiences
The ability and desire to develop an understanding of, or even anticipate the client’s needs
Who We Are
WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.
Full time WSB employees qualify for a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short‑and long‑term disability, 401(k) with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401(k) plan and applicable earned paid leave.
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status. WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e‑mail us at wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com. In your e‑mail, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Notice to Third Party Agencies: WSB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by WSB, we reserve the right to pursue and hire any unsolicited candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.
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