Project Manager, Broadband

Description

Since 1980, Cobb Fendley has been committed to providing innovative engineering and surveying solutions with the goal of bettering communities. Our multi-discipline approach allows for the efficient completion of projects through experienced staff who focus on client communication. We are always seeking talented and qualified professionals to enhance our ability to provide clients with exceptional service.

Are you ready to Join Our Block and advance your career?

At Cobb Fendley, people are our most valued resource. We offer a(n):

• New Hire Program // We understand changing jobs can be intimidating, Cobb Fendley has established a program geared specifically to the successful onboarding and integration of new hires into the firm
• Development Opportunities // Professional and personal growth through innovative in-house training and collaborative resources
• Compensation + Benefits // 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; and Continuing Education Programs
• Paid Parental Leave // FMLA‑eligible employees will receive fully paid leave in the amounts of eight (8) weeks for maternity cases and two (2) weeks for paternity or adoptions cases
• Winter Holiday // Extended office closure from December 25 through January 1 to relax and enjoy the holidays
• Community Engagement // Cobb Fendley Cares focuses on STEM Education, Hunger Relief, and Sustainable Solutions.

Cobb Fendley is seeking a Project Manager, Broadband in our El Paso, Texas office.

• Engineering:
  Bachelor’s degree in a civil or related engineering discipline in which the degree would meet state eligibility requirements for licensing, required.
• Engineering:
  Registration and designation as a Professional Engineer (PE), required.

Proficient // Solid understanding and substantial experience; capable of working independently and efficiently. 10+ years of relevant and professional experience within a discipline, including proven performance as a Project Manager II.

• Knowledge of project management methodologies and lifecycle, industry standards, city, state, and federal rules and regulations, tools and software (i.e., Microsoft suite, Vantagepoint, Smartsheet, etc.), and quality management required.
• Skills including leadership, communication, time, risk, quality and financial management, negotiation, and problem‑solving required.
• Ability to think strategically, adapt to competing priorities, execute and delegate, communicate and collaborate, and perform tasks with a high level of accuracy required

• Utilize weekly budget report and project report to monitor progress on projects, review of accounts receivable (A/R) report and staff utilization. Discuss staff utilization with the Senior Project Manager(s).
• Prepare scope of work (SOW), Levels of Effort (LOE) and schedules for projects. Identify out of scope requests and prepare proposals for additional authorizations.
• Responsible for collection of invoices from clients including escalations for past due invoices.

• Ensure completion of the contract and subcontract review process through the Contracts Department and appropriate filing and adhere to jurisdictional requirements and company‑established signature matrix protocol.
• Review of the initial contract terms and conditions, request client contract modifications.
  Knowledge of 5 contract review modifications including indemnification (duty to defend), standard of care, insurance requirements, warranty, and payment terms*
• General understanding of…