Civil-Site Project Manager CM

About This Position

Civil-Site Project Manager CM at GAI Consultants, Inc. The Project Manager functions as a fully competent engineer in all aspects of the subject matter of assignments. Develops and evaluates plans and criteria for a variety of projects and activities to be carried out by Engineers. Design experience should include site layout, grading, water, wastewater, stormwater management and other infrastructure facilities. Prepares proposal scopes and fees.

Generally performs as a client‑facing consultant and design leader to internal technical staff and external subconsultants. Occasionally requires effort outside normal business hours to attend public meetings or meet a client’s special requests. Occasional field visits for investigations and construction phase support services.

• Responsible for the day‑to‑day client relations, design staff and project design schedules.
• Manage design schedules, staff and subconsultants to meet deadlines for project deliverables.
• Lead and coordinate multi‑discipline projects.
• Responsible for project document accuracy and conformance with corporate QA/QC program.
• Represent the firm by written communications, verbal presentations, attending business development functions and technical conferences.
• Represent and advocate on behalf of the firm’s clients through verbal presentation of site plans and reports to municipal land‑use boards.
• Prepare intermediate and complex proposal scope and fees. Attend proposal interviews and present orally as an individual or among a team.
• Perform sound project financial practices including, but not limited to, the following: consistently prepare monthly invoices, maintain budget controls, procure supplemental funding and collect accounts receivable.
• Understanding of Local zoning, land use regulations, SEQRA process, state and federal permitting processes.
• Train, mentor and provide technical guidance to emerging professional engineers and staff.
• Oversight of entry‑level staff, technicians and emerging professional engineers including, but not limited to, client relations, delegation of design tasks, promoting quality standards, scheduling and coordinating of project deliverables.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
• A Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in New York State is required.
• 7+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to multi‑task and work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
• Functional manager to staff engineers or technicians.
• Knowledge of construction methods of general excavation, pavement and utility installation.
• Proficiency with Auto Cad/Civil 3D is a plus.
• Certifications in LEED, CPESC and CPSWQ is a plus.
• Knowledge is a plus for hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and design of stormwater management systems.

Albany – $45/hr – $60/hr

Westchester
- White Plains – $49/hr – $72/hr

Pay is based on applicant’s ability/experience and will be rated accordingly.