Highway Project Manager - Colliers Engineering & Design

Bergmann, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design, is looking for a Project Manager to join our Highways & Traffic Engineering team in Grand Rapids, MI! This is a great role for someone to be a part of a growing Infrastructure team in Michigan! 

Our highway engineers design safe, effective and award winning transportation projects that enhance the infrastructure of our communities. Our experts ensure that complex interchanges flow smoothly and signature highway corridors are a gateway to the communities they represent. We provide planning and analysis services to create cost effective solutions that also improve safety and reduce traffic congestion.

*Please note this position is not related to the delivery and/or logistics industry*

• Lead teams of engineers in our various transportation groups, including traffic, highway/roadway design, bridge, and construction
• Ensure the success of projects under his/her management (including planning, quality assurance, deadlines, and financial aspects/collections) and the substantial quality of the firm’s services
• Establish business relationships to expand geographic presence for organization
• Handle all aspects of a project, including proposal, contract negotiation, Project Work Plan (scope, fees, hours, schedule, budget, Quality Plan), negotiate terms and conditions, and final agreement/contract in conjunction with the project team, including the quality reviewer; vet contracts with BA legal as required
• Provide leadership to individuals in and outside of Bergmann
• Plan, organize, and supervise the work and workload of project staff, which may include engineers, architects, designers and technicians
• Monitor project costs to ensure that project is delivered within budget, fulfills customer expectations, maintains profitability, and/or aligns with the company strategic objectives
• Market to new and existing clients for the purpose of obtaining additional business and meeting the company’s specific strategic objectives
• Fulfill client manager role for clients in his/her own discipline and market for other disciplines
• Review invoice charges for accuracy related to hours billed, coordinate customer billing and/or invoicing with Accounting Department, and follow up on outstanding invoices as needed
• Prepare monthly financial reports (project percent complete, month end closeouts, projections, etc.)
• Fulfill the role of Project Engineer as needed
• Coordinate with other contractors and/or in-house and outside design professionals on project; obtain and coordinate resources from other disciplines as needed
• Resolve all project related issues
• Support the leadership team with strategic, tactical, or administrative functions as requested
• Participate in professional associations, present technical papers, and/or be active board member
• Serve as primary client representative for Bergmann
• May provide direct supervision to staff, including timesheet review, goal setting, evaluation and professional development
• May assist in the recruitment process by identifying candidates for employment and/or participating in the hiring and selection process
• Get to know clients and potential clients and make connections between others at Bergmann and clients, understand the client’s needs, short and long term strategies continually working towards becoming a trusted advisor
• Assist with design work as needed 

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering 
• 8+ years experience in highway design working with MDOT 
• PE license is required or able to be licensed through reciprocity
• Ability to resolve design complexities at an advanced level
• Federal aid/Municipally funded project experience
• MicroStation, Geopak/InRoads and current OpenRoads experience
• Interest in team environment as a mentor/coach and/or technical lead
• Experience overseeing project staff
• Strong systems thinking and able to effectively communicate the steps needed in a process
• Excellent research skills
• Marketing and business development experience is a plus!

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!

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