Site/Civil Engineering Project Manager
Pennoni

Job Info

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Pennoni is a multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm founded more than five decades ago. We approach engineering challenges from a wider spectrum of angles than most, from land development to energy management. Our goal is to help communities and private sector clients alike navigate the ever-changing technological advancements available and learn how best to integrate “smart” solutions into the current landscape to make them a part of resilient and sustainable planning. Our combination of talent and experience generates unprecedented solutions for diverse and iconic projects around the globe.
 
Pennoni 
currently has an opening in our Cape May Court House office for a full-time Senior-Level Site/Civil Engineering Project Manager
with a concentration in the municipal and public sectors. 

The Engineer is expected to oversee various civil and environmental engineering projects and provide general engineering and land planning consulting services in support of municipal capital improvement programs and the administration of state and federally funded infrastructure projects.

Projects may include facility/infrastructure design and construction, water supply, wastewater treatment facilities, stormwater management systems, beach protection/coastal resiliency projects, parking studies, roadway construction, signage, septic systems, recreation facilities, pedestrian/bicycle pathways, soil and groundwater remediation, ADA compliance, specification writing, permitting/grant applications, cost estimates, public bidding, and construction contract administration.

Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Complete project management for site/civil engineering design of land development, infrastructure, and waterfront projects in southern New Jersey in accordance with governmental, environmental, safety, and company standards including billing and design team oversight.
  
• Coordination and preparation of various State and Federal applications for construction permits and/or grant funding including but not limited to FEMA, NJDOT, NJDCA, NJDEP, NJ Pinelands Commission, USDA Rural Development, FAA, NJEIT, NJEDA, USEDA, and State and Federal transportation grants.
  
• Provide professional planning assistance on varied land use projects relating to natural/waste water resources planning, community development, transportation plans, hazard mitigation, coastal zone mitigation and others.
  
• Review complex planning studies, development applications, comprehensive plan amendments, rezonings, annexations, site plans, etc. to verify that projects comply with municipal ordinances.
  
• Serve as the client manager for municipal clients. Foster and expand relationships with new and existing clients.
  
• Attend project, public, and internal meetings and hearings, present project status reports, and participate in planning and zoning board meetings on behalf of the client as required.
  
• Coordinate with design team for production of documents. Review and approve technical documents.
  
• Develop and monitor project scopes, schedules, and budgets to meet client objectives; administer bidding processes and make recommendations as appropriate.
  
• Interact/communicate positively with the public, elected officials, clients, contractors, and team members in a timely and professional manner.
  
• Direct and supervise the activities of design engineers, construction observers, and other staff.
  
• Proposal preparation including project approach, scope of services, and fees.
  

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

• Comprehensive knowledge of engineering principles, practices, methods, and techniques required for planning, managing, designing, and constructing complex public and private sector projects.
  

• Extensive knowledge of civil site development best practices including layout, grading, stormwater management, utilities, roadway design and signage standards, erosion control, regulatory approvals, construction process, etc.
  
• Knowledge of Atlantic coastal communities, municipal public access plans (MPAP), beach maintenance, stormwater outfalls, bulkheads, living shorelines, dredging, etc.
  
• Well-developed knowledge of land use planning including principals, practices, and techniques, and
  local, county, and state land use regulations.
  
• Fundamental understanding of the NJ Municipal Land Use Laws and Residential Site Improvements Standards (RSIS).
  
• Ability to manage projects effectively, multitask, and prioritize workflow to satisfy multiple project schedules and budgets
  
• Exceptional client and contractor relationship management skills.
  
• Ability to provide effective staff management and leadership.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point.
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; public speaking and presenting.
  
• Motivated, organized, and able to work well independently and with others.
  
• Excellent attention to detail and time management.
  

Requirements for this position include:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
  
• New Jersey Professional Engineer’s License
  
• New Jersey Certified Municipal Engineer
  
• New Jersey Public Works Manager Certification (CPWM) by the Rutgers Center for Government Services a plus but not required. Must be willing and able to pursue certificate within one year of employment.
  
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Civil Engineering.
  
• NJ Professional Planning License preferred but not required.
  
• 4 to 6 years of professional planning experience preferred but not required.
  

Why Work With Us?
At our core, we recognize that the unique qualities of our Pennoni individuals are essential for innovation and growth as a whole. Pennoni, an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm, offers many opportunities to help you build your career. We continually strive to build a great workplace where our employees trust the people they work for, enjoy the people they work with, and take pride in what they do.
 
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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