Environmental Project Manager

Company: CME Associates
Location: Sayreville
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Full-time Howell, NJ, US 2 days ago Requisition ID: 1046 The Project Manager supervises supporting staff through completion of projects on time, within budget, and consistent with CME QA/QC standards. With a strong focus on client relationships, this individual manages the full scope of projects and client needs while identifying areas for business growth.Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage, review and perform environmental regulations and impacts as they relate to current projects
• Manage, review and conduct field investigations including but not limited to; NJDEP Land Use Regulation and US Army Corps of Engineers permitting, septic system designs, stormwater management facilities
• Delineate freshwater wetlands -using -methodology outlined in the Federal Manual for Identifying and Delineating Jurisdictional Wetlands (1989)
• Review and report on site plan/subdivision applications
• Continually improve department's skill of coordinating environmental application submissions and approvals
• Manage and review field soils and environmental assessments and environmental impact statements completed by department staff members.
• Manage projects that produce quality work as perceived by clients and partners
• Recruit, select, train, and develop assigned staff in accordance with the firm's policies and procedures
• Manage subordinates consistent with performance goals for each level and consistent with the culture of the firm.
• Make recommendations for promotions, transfers, salary adjustments, and terminations. Direct any corrective actions necessary in accordance with Human Resources and the firm's policies
• Train, motivate, and manage subordinates consistent with performance goals for each level and consistent with the culture of the firm.
• Ensure firm policies and procedures are being adhered to by assigned staff
• Attend meetings and training seminars/workshops as required
• Heavily focus on client management, project management, and budget conscious
• Continually seek to develop new work from existing assigned clients.
• Identify areas for potential new business; develop and execute plans for expanding projects and client base
• The position includes all other responsibilities that may be necessary to fulfill the duties associated with the position or as may be assigned.Marketing/Proposals
  • Maintain contact with key clients and take an active role in the development of new business with existing clients, prospects, and suspects. Develop and submit prospect plans and client relationship plans to Partner/Principal for approval
  • Monitor publications for potential projects and coordinate projects of interest with a Partner
  • Attend fund raisers as necessary or as determined by Partners for the development and/or maintenance of clients
  • Keep abreast of competitors' activities and publications in assigned areas
  • With the Partner/Principal determine the level of acceptable investment and effort to be put into a proposal and monitor expenditures not to exceed this level
  • Ensure the appropriate Partner/Principal is informed of all requests for proposals
  • Prepare proposals for projects as assigned coordinating the input from all disciplines involved and submit for approval
  • Recommend to the Partner/Principal the sub-consultant contracts of project segments where appropriate
  • Follow up on proposals to determine chances of securing specific work
  • Review and critique all unsuccessful proposals with the appropriate Partner/PrincipalOperations
    • Upon award of contract, determine the specific manpower requirements on a project. Review and adjust manpower requirements regularly. Submit to Partner/Principal for approval.
    • Prepare sub-consultant contracts as required and submit to the appropriate staff member for approval on contracts above $5,000.
    • Review all sub-consultant contracts and submit to immediate supervisor for approval
    • Meet regularly with client to ensure the client is kept abreast of project progress including any delays that may occur.
    • Ensure the appropriate internal sign-offs are present on all drawings and documents prior to submission to the client.
    • Maintain continuous awareness of the progress of projects to ensure attainment of budget and time constraints. Take appropriate corrective action as required.Project Administration
      • Initiate billing for each project and ensure submission to client on timely basis. Follow up with clients regarding delinquent payments.
      • Submit a monthly percent complete report to the CFO detailing the percent complete and cost to complete for all assigned projects.
      • Review project progress, costs, and potential problems with the Partner monthly.
      • Coordinate the pricing of all extras up to 10% of the original contracts and submit to the immediate supervisor for approval
      • Prepare progress reports and any other support documentation required by the contract.
      • Look for signals that job costs may exceed fee and take corrective action as required.
      • Investigate and resolve complaints on assigned projects. Complete the required paperwork where potential for litigation exists.
      • Ensure quality assurance measures and procedures have been adhered to per company requirements.Qualifications, Skills and KnowledgeRequired
        • Ability to accurately perform and train others on specific technical calculations necessary for departmental assignments
        • Knowledge and application of municipal and government structures, laws, and business procedures in jurisdiction of projects assigned
        • Demonstrated knowledge of contracting procedures with sub-consultants
        • Knowledge and application of project profit mechanism
        • Good business knowledge
        • Strong verbal and written communication skills
        • Interpersonal skills
        • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat
        • General knowledge of labor laws and regulations
        • Maintain an understanding of and compliance with company personnel policies and proceduresPreferred
          • Familiarity with Civil 3D and other relevant Autodesk products with the ability to review and critique designs created by team members
          • Relationship selling skillsEducation and ExperienceRequired
            • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or equivalent field of study.
            • 8+ years' experience. A combination of proven relevant work experience and/or higher degrees/certifications may also be considered.
            • Active member of at least one professional societyPreferred
              • Master's degree in Environmental Science or equivalent field of study. -

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