Civil Engineering Project Manager (P.E.) – Orlando and Kissimmee
Job Summary

The Civil Engineer Project Manager organizes, manages, and plans complex projects related to the design, planning, and supervision of commercial and residential land development projects. This position reports to the Civil Engineering Department Manager.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Directs and oversees a team of staff members to ensure projects are completed on time and to specifications.
Delegates work and assignments to team members based on expertise, work experience, and time constraints.
May hire and train engineering department staff.
May organize and oversee the schedules and work of engineering staff.
May conduct performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
May handle discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.

Duties and Responsibilities: 
Leads an interdepartmental team to complete assigned projects on time, to specifications, and with accuracy and efficiency despite changing conditions.
Outlines project tasks and delegates responsibilities accordingly.
Conducts cost analysis and estimates expected project costs, including materials, equipment, and labor.
Prepares and implements project budgets based on estimates.
Ensures all necessary project permitting occurs with relevant governmental agencies in a timely and effective manner.
Conducts risk assessments, reports identified risks to management, and provides recommendations for risk mitigation.
Achieves results aligned with organizational vision and strategic goals.
Addresses questions, concerns, and complaints throughout the project lifecycle.
Acts as a liaison between the organization, customers, vendors, and project stakeholders.
Communicates and collaborates with sales and marketing teams to provide training and information required to promote and support new projects, programs, and systems.
Ensures compliance with federal, state, local, industry, contractual, and organizational regulations, standards, specifications, and best practices.
Consults with and provides guidance to project stakeholders and managerial staff regarding engineering requirements for construction, modifications, and structural repairs.
Uses design software and drawing tools to accurately render and communicate designs.
Plans and designs necessary and related systems and structures.
Establishes design specifications by computing load and grade requirements, material stress factors, water flow rates, and similar parameters.
Plans projects based on drawings, blueprints, aerial photography, survey reports, maps, and other geologic and topographical data.
Drafts and presents reports related to projects, including environmental impact statements, due diligence and feasibility reports, and right-of-way descriptions.
Collaborates with architects and contractors to ensure projects progress properly.
Collaborates with surveyors, or directs and participates in surveying activities, to establish installations or reference points, grades, elevations, and other factors affecting construction.
Upon completion of projects, inspects, repairs, and maintains structures as needed.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities:
Thorough understanding of civil engineering principles, practices, and tools.
Demonstrated ability to remain focused on results despite changing conditions.
Strong land development site design, analysis, scheduling, financial, and material resource management skills.
Experience leading internal teams and coordinating meetings and calls with clients and subconsultants.
Proficiency producing construction plans using CAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and other design, data recording, and analysis software.
Thorough understanding of materials, methods, and tools involved in construction or repair of various structures.
Thorough understanding of safety regulations related to assigned projects.
Strong listening and teamwork skills with a positive attitude.
Critical thinker who uses logic and reason to identify and solve complex problems.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to multitask while maintaining accuracy.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Ability to be both innovative and analytical.
Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate responsibilities appropriately.
Education, Licensure, and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering required.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.
Minimum 5 years of civil site and drainage experience required.
Large single-family, townhome, and multifamily residential development experience preferred.
Professional office and industrial/warehouse development preferred.
Permitting experience in Central Florida with city and county agencies preferred.
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) permitting experience preferred.
Experience with paving, grading, drainage, water, sewer, and utility design required.
Construction administration, observation, and certification experience preferred.

Keys to Success:
Driven to get things done while managing multiple priorities.
Able to remain focused on achieving results despite changing conditions.
Innovative in generating ideas and responding quickly in a fast-paced environment.
Firm and goal-oriented leadership style that motivates, trains, and engages team members.
Ability to build rapport and relationships with individuals and groups through effective, confident, and persuasive communication.
Ability to learn quickly and thoroughly while recognizing and adapting to changing situations.

Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Must be able to travel to local project sites, client meetings, and community events.
Must be able to access and navigate job sites and construction areas.

Compensation and Benefits:
$80,000–$120,000 annual salary
Meaningful and challenging work environment with opportunities for career growth
Paid time off and paid holidays
Health, dental, and vision benefits
Long- and short-term disability and life insurance
401(k) with company contribution
Continuing education opportunities and reimbursement

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Theresa Joseph