Senior Engineering​/Project Manager - Transportation

Senior Engineering Project Manager - Transportation

Role Description: Huitt-Zollars, Inc has a full-time opportunity for a Senior Engineering Transportation Project Manager for our Houston, TX office with experience managing transportation projects and will be a Registered Professional Engineer in the state of Texas. This role includes marketing, business development, client management, and project management for transportation agencies and clients in and around Houston, TX, with opportunities to work on transportation projects for other HZ offices.

Location: Houston West, TX

Employment Type: 40 FT Hours

Compensation Type: Salary

Registration(s): Professional Licensed Engineer

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Duties:

• Conduct business development efforts for transportation and public works clients including TxDOT, HCTRA, and local public works departments.
• Serve as Project Manager and oversee operations for transportation projects.
• Develop, oversee, and monitor project activities including scope, budget, and schedule management.
• Mentor and manage supporting staff for transportation projects.
• Participate in engineering organizations (e.g., ACEC, ASCE, and AASHTO).
• Support company-wide transportation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertakes Project Manager responsibilities for major projects ($2.0+ million annual billing).
• Prepares and follows comprehensive Project Framework Instructions and proper work planning for a project.
• Reviews project reports and performance metrics to track project progress and budget.
• Contributes to successful delivery and performance of projects.
• Cultivates relationships with clients and holds strong relationships with clients.
• Takes active steps in the pursuit of winning new business or additional opportunities with existing clients.
• Understands and follows HZ QMS and Quality initiatives.
• Actively engages and participates in the training, coaching, and mentoring of junior staff.

Role Competencies:

• Sharing Information: Conveying up-to-date information in the most efficient and useful manner to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Critical Thinking: Analyzing problems and solutions by evaluating the quality of the information available from different sources.
• Executes Strategy: Ensuring that people remain focused on accomplishing strategic goals.
• Fosters a Learning Culture: Creating an inspiring and engaging atmosphere where people feel motivated to grow and learn new skills.
• Identifies Talent: Actively maintaining awareness of internal and external talent and hiring needs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 15 years of experience.
• Must be a Licensed Engineer (P.E.) in the state of Texas.
• TxDOT Transportation Project Management experience.
• Proficient in Open Roads and Project Wise.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools.
• Strong civil engineering technical skills.
• Good communication and leadership skills.
• Experience in business development and proposal preparation.
• Experience and relationships with TxDOT and other Houston region transit and transportation agencies.

This position is also required to adhere to Huitt-Zollars’ Core Value and Leadership Competencies.

About Huitt-Zollars:

• Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is a privately held, 100% employee-owned leading Architectural and Engineering (A/E) firm since being established in 1975.
• Located in more than 20 locations throughout 10 different US states, Huitt-Zollars holds a vision to improve the environment in which we live, work, and play.

Benefits & Perks:

• Health insurance (BCBS TX Blue Choice PPO)
• Dental insurance (BCBS TX Blue Choice PPO)
• Vision insurance (BCBS TX Blue Choice PPO)
• MDLive Telehealth
• Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation/Annual Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Benefits
• Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements
• Term Life / AD&D insurance
• Cancer and Specified Disease insurance
• Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
• The employee must be able to concentrate on details and work under deadline pressures.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Huitt-Zollars in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Huitt-Zollars is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment.