Project Manager, Civil Engineering

Cobbfendley - San Antonio, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

San Antonio, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

CobbFendley is seeking a Project Manager to join our team in Austin, Texas. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in providing civil engineering and oversight services for various projects, ensuring that we meet our clients' needs while adhering to industry standards. This position requires a strong background in civil engineering, with a focus on utility installations and adjustments, as well as experience in managing project deliverables and budgets. The Project Manager will coordinate technical work related to new utility installations and state and federally funded civil engineering projects, requiring collaboration with private entities and governmental agencies. The role involves scheduling and conducting utility meetings, overseeing the preparation of utility agreement packages, and ensuring compliance with guidelines and regulations. In addition to technical expertise, the Project Manager will be responsible for developing and maintaining project schedules, managing client communications, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality work. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently under tight deadlines. This position offers opportunities for professional growth through innovative in-house training and community service initiatives, as well as a competitive compensation package that includes comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave for maternity and paternity cases. CobbFendley is committed to fostering a collaborative work environment where employees can thrive and contribute to the betterment of communities through engineering and surveying solutions. We value our employees as our most important resource and are dedicated to providing exceptional service to our clients. If you are ready to advance your career and make a positive impact, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provides Civil Engineering and oversight services for projects to CobbFendley clients.
• Coordinates and performs technical work related to new utility installations and state and/or federally funded Civil Engineering adjustments and relocations.
• Schedules, conducts, and attends utility meetings, public utility meetings, one-on-one utility meetings, and TxDOT/County/Municipality coordination meetings.
• Oversees the preparation of utility agreement assembly packages.
• Prepares and reviews plans, specifications, and estimates to confirm compliance with guidelines, rules, and regulations.
• Assists with determining eligibility and betterment ratios.
• Prepares documents required by 23 CFR Section 645.
• Coordinates field investigating requests.
• Conducts on-site field visits, working with major utility companies and various pipeline companies, as well as state agencies and municipalities.
• Directs as-built record drawing requests from various utilities as required for use in project designs.
• Oversees collection and maintenance of electronic files for projects and utility drawings.
• Oversees development of client exhibits (KMZ & other GIS platforms) which define project scope of work.
• Keeps abreast of project changes through active client communication.
• Assists in developing CobbFendley’s Civil Engineering efforts, including developing procedures, systems, and methods for project delivery.
• Develops and maintains project schedules.
• Manages project deliverables, budgets, invoicing, and collections.
• Directs the submittal of permits and agreements to agencies.
• Assists with resolution of problems identified in unapproved permits and agreements.
• Performs independent research and delegates changing priorities.
• Interfaces with clients to ensure excellent service and explore opportunities for additional assignments such as utility design, SUE, Survey, and utility easement acquisition.
• Maintains a professional attitude and fulfills responsibilities with integrity.
• Works with minimal supervision and reviews design drawings, permit drawings, agreements packages, and GIS geodatabase deliverables (QA/QC).
• Represents CobbFendley at client meetings and performs client coordination.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field of study from an ABET accredited institution.
• P.E. License in the State of Texas preferred.
• Must have 3 years of experience as a Project Manager for Civil Engineering activities.
• Must have 7 years of total experience in the civil engineering industry.
• General working knowledge in AutoCAD Civil 3D or Microstation/Geopak.
• Demonstrated ability to produce construction plan sets independently.
• Ability to work independently; well-developed time management skills, especially the ability to complete high-quality, detail-oriented deliverables on tight timelines amid competing client deadlines and requirements.
• Strong Communication and organizational skills and attention to detail.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience utilizing VantagePoint as a project management tool considered a plus.
• Experience in Austin, a plus.

Benefits

• Fully paid leave for maternity (8 weeks) and paternity/adoption (2 weeks) cases.
• Competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including 401(k) Matching and Profit-sharing Contributions.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Employer Funded and Voluntary Life Insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Continuing Education Programs.
• Extended office closure from December 25 through January 1 for holidays.
• Professional and personal growth through innovative in-house training and collaborative resources.
• Community service opportunities through the CobbFendley Cares Committee, focusing on STEM Education, Hunger Relief, and Sustainable Solutions.