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GPD Group · 6 hours ago

Civil / Water Conveyance and Distribution Project Manager

Louisville, KY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

GPD Group is committed to improving the well-being of its employees, clients, communities, and business partners by transforming opportunities into success. They are seeking a Civil / Water Conveyance and Distribution Project Manager to manage complex projects, oversee project management and client relationships, and mentor staff within the Louisville, Kentucky region.

CivicTechCivil EngineeringIndustrial Engineering

Hiring Manager

James R. Stahl

Responsibilities

Use servant leadership skills to manage staff and project work and to form a cohesive team aligned to achieve a common goal

Prepare or oversee development of scope, schedule, and fees for new projects and additional scope/services requested by clients that yield successful projects for clients and the Company

Ensure accurate and up-to-date project plans are maintained in the Company’s management information system for all department projects, including project fundamentals, labor projections, financial goals, and quality control planning

Manage projects that may include utility design, water distribution and wastewater collection, studies, field engineering and data acquisition, direct interaction with clients, contracting, and construction administration

Assist with projects focused around public works / roadway design

Mentor and engage with associates to further their career development

Retain associates by engaging in morale-building activities such as one-on-one meetings, collaboration sessions, coaching, training and occasional department or office social events

Regularly communicate with other Project Managers, Group Directors, and staff in other offices on department capabilities for workload-sharing and cross-selling to internal and external clients

Proactively seek opportunities for leadership and growth by volunteering to assist a senior manager with operational, marketing, or technical activities

Assist business development staff with the development and maintenance of client relationships

Assist in developing client proposals for projects to ensure a complete scope that meets Company, industry, and client standards and expectations

Present a professional and positive image of GPD Group

Complete technical tasks including design and quality review

Ensure that project documents are consistent with project plans and within project scope and budget

Manage data research, collection, and compilation efforts

Analyze and correlate scientific and engineering data and recognize discrepancies in results using a series of related detailed steps or processes

Identify problems, evaluate options for resolution including risks associated with each, and implement appropriate solutions

Responsible for proper quality assurance and quality control for projects in accordance with GPD’s QA/QC Program, industry, and client standards and expectations

Hold team members and reviewers accountable for quality

Verify and ensure that brainstorming is occurring for all projects and participate in brainstorming as appropriate

Ensure quality control is being implemented on sub consultant work product

Work with team members to maximize profitability while maintaining a high level of quality

Qualification

Civil Engineering DegreeKentucky PE RegistrationUtility Design ExperienceProject ManagementAutoCAD ProficiencyMicrostation ProficiencyRoadway Design ExperienceLeadership SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

Possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Hold a Kentucky professional engineering registration (PE)

10+ years' experience in the utility / water conveyance and distribution industry

Experience developing and overseeing project scope, schedule, and fees for new projects and additional scope/services requested by clients

Proficient understanding of AutoCAD and / or Microstation (Openroads)

Must have a valid Driver's License

Thrives in a collaborative project environment and enjoys all forms of communication while working with clients and team members (virtual, in-person, phone)

Enjoys taking on a leadership role not only as a technical expert in our field but as a servant leader in the community and within the company

Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to develop strong client and subconsultant relationships

Capable of managing multidiscipline teams using servant leadership to meet project deliverable and milestone goals

Preferred

10+ years' experience in an A/E firm including a background in site development, sustainability, utility design, including Storm and Wastewater conveyance and water distribution

At least 5 years' experience directly managing complex projects for multiple stakeholders

Experience with roadway / transportation facility design a plus

Experience / relationships in Louisville, KY area and southern Indiana

Experience with KYTC and INDOT a plus