Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to join our Survey/Geospatial group in Rochester, NY. In this role, you’ll lead complex surveying projects that directly support construction and development across the region. We’re looking for a driven professional with a strong construction background who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at coordinating field and office teams, and is passionate about delivering precise, high-quality results. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping projects from the ground up while working with a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.
-
Manage, direct, and supervise the work efforts of assigned staff and coordinate the technical and managerial direction provided by Management regarding scope, schedule, quality and budget of projects.
-
Prepare effective work plans and man-hour budgets for approval by Department Manager.
-
Monitor time schedules and capital cost budgets on projects to satisfy the client as well as control work and productivity.
-
Prepare advanced engineering designs and/or technical data for completion and accuracy.
-
Responsible for the quality control/quality assurance process on all assigned projects.
-
Oversee the work and productivity on assigned projects.
-
Strive to achieve predetermined goals for profit, productivity targets, and schedule of deliverables.
-
Participates in formulating and coordinating proposals and provides other Marketing support, including Business Development.
-
Identify the project team, work packages and tasks, evaluation methods, productivity targets, schedule of deliverables and manpower needed on projects.
-
Hold team meetings ensuring procedures governing review and approval of projects are followed prior to submission of completed work.
-
Negotiate with clients on any scope changes relative to project budgets and schedules subject to supervisors’ approval.
-
Coordinate and communicate effectively with all employees involved in the project to ensure high utilization rates (i.e. Project team meetings).
-
Ensure everyone involved is working in accordance with all project planning and profit control procedures.
-
Ensure that all scope revisions affecting the project schedule and/or budget are discussed with the client. Ensure that all out-of-scope work and associated fees are approved by the client prior to performing the services.
-
Solicit help and involvement from Department Managers and any other managers to troubleshoot any technical problems.
-
Mentor junior staff in learning sound technical and business practices, and enhancing corporate objectives.
-
Adhere to Health and Safety program and all applicable SOPs.
-
Bachelors Degree in Surveying Technology, Civil Engineering Technology or related field preferred, or equivalent technical and management experience.
-
10+ years of experience in Land Surveying required.
-
Machine Control Modelling experience preferred.
-
Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3d and Trimble Business Center or similar software required.
-
NY State Professional Land Surveyor License preferred.
-
Ability to generate revenue through existing client base and new business development preferred.
-
Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
Compensation: $74,600 to $141,400 per year (Depending on qualifications)
