Project Manager
Saunders Staffing AgencyVirginia Beach, Virginia
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Overview
Schedule
Full-time
Education
Engineering (PE)
Career level
Director
Remote
Hybrid remote
Benefits
Career Development
Job Description
Project Manager – Transportation Drainage & Stormwater
Saunders Staffing Agency is seeking a highly skilled Project Manager to lead linear transportation-related drainage and stormwater projects. This is a hybrid role (3 days in-office, 2 days remote) designed for a Civil Engineer with a strong background in VDOT standards and a passion for managing multidisciplinary teams.
As a Project Manager with our clients team, you will be responsible for the full project lifecycle—from scope and budget development to stakeholder communication and technical quality assurance.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Leadership: Manage project scope, schedules, and budgets for complex drainage and stormwater modeling projects.
- Technical Execution: Develop project-specific plans, cost estimates, and reports; prepare complex stormwater models and oversee design milestone submittals.
- Team Management: Coordinate internal team members and subconsultants; provide continuous performance management, coaching, and mentorship.
- Client & Stakeholder Relations: Build strong relationships with clients to ensure project requirements are met; prepare progress reports and review invoices.
- Business Development: Assist leadership with the marketing process, including proposal development and shortlist interviews.
- Compliance: Ensure all staff and project deliverables comply with established quality control policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program.
- Experience: 8+ years of relevant transportation engineering experience.
- Licensure:Virginia PE license (Professional Engineer) or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire.
- Industry Knowledge: Proven experience with VDOT and locally administered VDOT transportation/infrastructure projects.
- Software Proficiency: Expert knowledge of Bentley products (MicroStation and ProjectWise), Microsoft Office, and SharePoint.
- Soft Skills: Strong communication and mentorship abilities with a track record of delivering concurrent projects on time.
Preferred Skills
- DEQ Erosion and Sediment Control or Stormwater Plan Reviewer certification.
- Experience with 1D or 2D PCSWMM Modeling.
- Familiarity with various delivery methods (Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, P3).
- Established relationships with local county or state-level clients.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
- Environment: 95% general office environment; 5% field work which may involve exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
- Physical: Occasional standing, walking, and the ability to lift up to 25 lbs as needed during field visits.
- Travel: Periodic travel is required for site visits and client meetings.
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Saunders Staffing Agency is looking for a candidate with "Director" experience level.
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The education requirement for this position is Engineering (PE). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.
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Saunders Staffing Agency offers Career Development for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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