Project Manager
WFH Flexible TBD, IA Traffic & Transportation
Description

  

Project Manager

DUBUQUE or DAVENPORT, IOWA


Origin Design is a full-service professional design firm offering architecture, engineering, field services and land survey. We deliver impactful, sustainable solutions to help the clients and communities we work with thrive and grow. 


Origin Design is continually seeking highly qualified individuals to enhance and expand our staff to better serve our clients. We are currently hiring a full-time Project Manager for traffic and transportation projects. The position will be based out of our Dubuque or Davenport, Iowa office. Remote locations in the tri-state area may also be considered.  


Origin Design emphasizes training and professional development to facilitate personal and professional growth in your career. We’ve worked hard to develop a culture of collaboration and position our employees for success. If you join our team, we will help you grow your skills and encourage your creativity. Your future starts here. #itstartshere #origincrew


Primary Responsibilities.

  • Leading the project team to ensure successful delivery of projects.
  • Negotiate contracts with clients.
  • Planning, executing and monitoring the project.
  • Identifying and navigating around project risks.
  • Coordinate work with other disciplines.
  • Recognize and manage project priorities.
  • Direct project assignments and tasks for staff engineers, technicians, and administrative staff. 
  • Maintain knowledge of developing and current technology and practices related to the engineering profession.
  • Attend public and client meetings.
  • Oversee permitting and regulatory requirements such as Department of Transportation, Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Natural Resources, Corps of Engineers, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife.
  • Oversee and direct preparation and review of plans and specifications for traffic and transportation engineering projects.
  • Oversee construction administration, including coordination with contractors and inspectors, requests for information, site observations, pay applications, and submittal reviews.
  • Assist with developing relationships with potential new clients.
  • Make regular contact and visits with potential new clients to build relationships and to promote Origin Design. 
  • Make regular contact with and visits to existing clients to maintain relationships, assess Origin Design performance, client satisfaction, and identify upcoming opportunities.
  • Document existing and potential client information in company CRM, including tracking contacts and conversations with current and prospective clients.
  • Participate in proposal Go/No Go process to provide input on the project and client.

Position Requirements.

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
  • Clear, effective verbal and written communicator.
  • Effective planning and organization: Use time efficiently and develop realistic action plans.
  • Five or more years of experience in a project management or related role. 
  • Experience managing traffic & transportation projects preferred. 

Benefits.

  • Work-life balance.  
  • Flexible work schedule.
  • Remote working options.
  • Competitive compensation packages.
  • Discretionary bonuses.
  • PTO.
  • Paid holidays.
  • Paid Parental Leave.
  • ESOP Employee Ownership.
  • Strong health care plans.
  • Life insurance coverage.
  • 401k program with employer match.
  • Full Employee Assistance Program.
  • Gym membership for you and your spouse.
  • Health Savings Account with employer match.
  • Continuing education.
  • Tuition assistance.
  • Relocation assistance.

How to Apply.

Please send a cover letter and resume to: 

https://origindesign.com/careers.


Origin Design is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.