Senior Project Manager - Transportation Design

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Senior Project Manager – Transportation Design

Forge ahead with WSB. 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’ve inspired 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.

Location: Minnesota

What You Will Do:

As a Senior Project Manager, you are:

• Responsible for all aspects of multiple complex projects and clients from the proposal process to the final invoice with increased proficiency and efficiency.
• Responsible for directing, managing and teaching staff technical and business development aspects of the engineering industry.
• Work collaboratively with other project managers to enhance plan production.
• You will plan, direct, and coordinate all project activities including client meetings, public hearings, and open houses to ensure that projects are accomplished within the prescribed time frames and budgets.
• You will anticipate client needs, biases, and preferences and tailor communication and work output accordingly.
• You will also lead, coordinate and delegate work to multiple work teams working in multiple locations.
• Formulate, track and meet project budgets and schedules.
• Maintain open and effective communication with clients as well as internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare or coordinate preparation of all project / client correspondence and documentation.
• You will 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; develops new client contacts and relationships in all areas of expertise and geographic regions; identify, suggest, and secure projects from new and existing clients; and work to secure alternative funding sources.

What You Will Bring:

The successful candidate must have:

• A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited school.
• Registration as a professional engineer in Minnesota (or the ability to obtain Minnesota registration within six months).
• 10+ transportation experience.
• Experience in managing transportation projects, clients and staff in Minnesota.
• A history of delivering projects with positive customer service experiences, a positive attitude, as well as a willingness to learn.
• The ability and desire to develop an understanding of, or even anticipate the client’s needs, is a plus.
• A valid driver’s license and good driving record are also required.

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 competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short- and long-term , 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , veteran or status.

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