Project Manager - Civil Engineering

As a Project Manager at Cole in St. Charles, MO, you'll oversee the design, budget, and scheduling of various civil engineering projects, ensuring profitability and timely delivery. Key responsibilities include maintaining client communications, performing project quality control, invoicing, and coordinating with outside consultants and architects to ensure project success.

To qualify for the Project Manager position at Cole, candidates should have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, along with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience. Additionally, being a Registered Professional Engineer in the state is essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and a working knowledge of CAD software.

Cole values continuous professional development, offering various training and growth opportunities for Project Managers. You will have the chance to mentor junior staff, engage in skill-enhancing training sessions, and grow within a collaborative work environment where your ideas are encouraged.

Cole fosters a collaborative and fun workplace culture, where teamwork and innovation are at the forefront. Employees enjoy a supportive environment that values contributions from all levels and encourages a strong work-life balance, making Cole an ideal place for ambitious project managers.

As a Project Manager at Cole, you can look forward to a robust benefits package that includes competitive pay, group insurance, a retirement plan, paid vacation, and flexible schedules. Our commitment to employee satisfaction and growth is reflected in our comprehensive approach to benefits.

When answering this question, focus on specific projects you have managed, detailing your role and the processes you utilized to ensure success. Highlight your experience with budgeting, scheduling, and client communication, demonstrating how your skills align with Cole's needs.

Discuss your strategy for prioritizing tasks, maintaining team communication, and using project management tools. Share an example where you successfully met a deadline, emphasizing the skills and methods that enabled you to do so.

Emphasize the importance of keeping clients informed throughout the project lifecycle. Talk about how you maintain professional client relationships and handle expectations, ensuring their needs are met while keeping projects on track.

Prepare a specific example that illustrates your problem-solving abilities. Describe the challenge, your approach to resolving it, and the positive outcome. Highlight your ability to remain focused and positive under pressure.

Discuss your proficiency with project management software and CAD tools, both of which are relevant for the Project Manager role at Cole. Mention any specific tools you have experience with and how they aid in project execution.

Explain your approach to task prioritization, mentioning techniques such as using project management frameworks or tools. Share how you assess project impact and urgency to ensure efficient use of time and resources.

Discuss your QA/QC practices, including regular checks and balances throughout the project lifecycle. Give examples of how you've implemented these strategies to uphold high standards in project delivery.

Share your philosophy on mentorship, including how you foster a supportive learning environment. Discuss any specific training methods you’ve used and the positive impact mentoring has had on team performance.

Detail your experiences collaborating with external professionals on civil engineering projects. Mention how you manage relationships, facilitate communication, and ensure that all parties are aligned to achieve project goals.

Reflect on your passion for civil engineering and project management. Talk about what excites you about leading projects, the satisfaction of seeing them completed successfully, and the impact they have on communities.