Sr. Project Manager - Civil - Lacey

We are seeking a dynamic and driven senior-level civil engineer with project management experience to join our civil team. Our civil engineering work is varied, detail- and specification-dependent, and we welcome new opportunities and challenges. With great problem-solving skills and a desire to contribute your expertise working with design plans and elements such as municipal infrastructure, commercial development, stormwater design, and roadway design, you'll be a key player as we develop and execute a wide variety of projects out of our Lacey office. Are you looking for an opportunity with a growing company that will bring you individual career development growth? Does working for a company that is dedicated to serving communities and each other sound like a fit for you? Then please send us your resume, we want to meet you!
Who we are
As a 100% employee-owned company, at SCJ we embrace serving not only our clients but also each other. SCJ is a dynamic, creative company who specializes in civil engineering, transportation planning & design, environmental & urban planning, landscape architecture & design, construction management, and public outreach. We are seeking an energetic and skilled senior-level professional to provide technical oversight and project management expertise as we develop and execute a wide variety of projects. We routinely and easily cross job description lines in order to be part of getting something done. Our fast-paced, fun, and flexible atmosphere offers the opportunity for meaningful work that challenges you, makes a difference, and improves communities.
Project Managers at SCJ are energetic and skilled senior-level professionals who provide technical oversight and project management expertise on a variety of projects. Independence and initiative are critical as Project Managers must move projects forward with minimal oversight. This position requires skills to facilitate project development and execution, coordinate effectively with stakeholders, and supervise technical staff.
What our projects may include

• Educational Facilities
• Commercial Development
• Industrial Facilities
• Public Facilities
• Residential Housing
• Municipal Infrastructure
• Roadway Design
• Stormwater Design

What you'll be doing

• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance expectations within the boundaries of company policy
• Create and execute project work plans and revise when appropriate to meet changing needs
• Manage day-to-day operational aspects of projects and scopes
• Initiate and maintain relationships with clients to facilitate successful project completion

• Effectively facilitate team and client meetings
• Provide oversight of project staff
• Complete project documents - initiate and complete any required documentation to support assigned projects
• Manage project budgets

• Seek new clients/projects - in working with potential or existing clients, listen for, and seek out new projects that may exist or are being formulated

• Participate in the development of proposals for new projects as well as interviews and presentations as needed

• Effectively communicate information in both written and verbal forms
• Demonstrate independence and initiative and will be able to move tasks forward with minimal oversight.
• Manage financial aspects of contracts to protect company's interest and simultaneously maintain good relationships with clients
• Provide QA/QC and peer review of engineering calculations and designs
• Supervise work of CAD technicians and engineers

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or equivalent
• PE license is required
• Experience and proficiency in land development design and permitting
• 10+ years or more of progressively responsible civil engineering experience

What we bring

• An unbeatable culture: An autonomous and collaborative work environment, exceptional operational support, creative and supportive co-workers, and a compassionate leadership team. Plus other fun stuff including firmwide Zoom parties, mugshots, gold-medal virtual baking classes, virtual fitness challenges, Zoom trivia...and a variety of other creative ways we have found to come together and hang out.
• Quality projects: We pursue work that improves communities, challenges us, and makes a difference.
• Community involvement opportunities and a charitable matching program.
• Paid time off: vacation/sick time, holidays, personal floating holiday
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) plan & employee stock ownership plan (ESOP).
• Health, disability, and other insurance plan options to fit your needs. Including HSA & FSA.

This initially is not a remote position, but with experience, has the potential for a hybrid work environment.