Freese and Nichols Inc
CEI Project Manager
Freese and Nichols Inc, Austin, TX
FNI has managed billions of dollars of programs and construction projects in all our service lines, from airports to reservoirs, countywide roadway programs to complex highway projects and TxDOT headquarters. FNI provided program and construction management services for TxDOT's new 50-acre Stassney campus. One of our exciting ongoing CEI projects is the expansion and operational improvements of SH 170 and Avondale-Haslet Parkway along I-35 from Schoolhouse Road to SH 114 and access road improvements on SH 114 between Davis Blvd and Dove Road. Our CEI team received the 2023 Texas Quality Asphalt Pavement Award for Outstanding Achievement in Quality Construction of Asphalt Pavement on the US 87 CEI Services project in the San Angelo District.
If you are a driven Project Manager passionate about fostering business growth, pursuing contracts, and overseeing the execution of CEI projects, delve into this job description. If you aspire to join a reputable firm that prioritizes employee well-being, seize the opportunity, and hit the apply button. This could be your ideal role. This position will oversee a spectrum of operational domains including construction contract administration, quality control, estimating, field inspection, cost and schedule management, change management, and personnel supervision. The ideal candidate will possess strong affiliations with TxDOT and various local transportation agencies. We are considering candidates for our Fort Worth, Dallas, Austin, Houston, San Antonio, El Paso, or Lubbock offices.
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At Freese and Nichols, everyone on our team gets to make a meaningful difference in our communities. For 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our society needs: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more. We've built our business on long-term relationships with clients and employees alike, resulting in financial stability, career opportunities, and a nationally recognized workplace culture.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) matching, paid overtime for salaried employees, tuition reimbursement, and much more. Our unique culture creates an environment for professional growth where we focus on caring for our clients, coworkers, and the communities where we work. Join our team of 1,000 employees as we continue to expand our services throughout the United States. Learn more about working here at freese.com/careers.
Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.
We recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we strive to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. As a Federal Contractor, Freese and Nichols is an equal employment, affirmative action employer.
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If you are a driven Project Manager passionate about fostering business growth, pursuing contracts, and overseeing the execution of CEI projects, delve into this job description. If you aspire to join a reputable firm that prioritizes employee well-being, seize the opportunity, and hit the apply button. This could be your ideal role. This position will oversee a spectrum of operational domains including construction contract administration, quality control, estimating, field inspection, cost and schedule management, change management, and personnel supervision. The ideal candidate will possess strong affiliations with TxDOT and various local transportation agencies. We are considering candidates for our Fort Worth, Dallas, Austin, Houston, San Antonio, El Paso, or Lubbock offices.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as Project Manager on TxDOT CEI contracts requiring intergroup skills and subconsultants close client coordination.
- Direct and supervise engineers, inspection staff, record keepers, etc., assigned to projects. Coordinate assigned work to ensure continuity, consistency, and quality.
- Resolve project matters for solutions and recommendations for the client.
- Determine and maintain an established schedule.
- Evaluate and analyze project decisions to ensure objectivity, soundness of design, and impact of those decisions on schedule, budget, and needs.
- Be the lead PM to pursue and win TxDOT CEI contracts.
- Serve as Technical Lead on proposals.
- Develop relationships with TxDOT and other transportation agencies in support of CEI.
- Develop relationships, teaming strategies, and work with other DOT-focused FNI staff across the company.
- Remain up to date on existing and pending regulations and related technological advancements.
- Participate in the administration, interpretation, and implementation of contracts.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering
- Professional Engineer Registered in Texas
- 10+ years of experience that includes at least 5 years on TxDOT construction projects.
- Extensive knowledge and experience with TxDOT CEI processes and procurement
- Proficient in performing constructability reviews.
- Demonstrated ability to make independent decisions on engineering problems and methods.
- Must be familiar with TxDOT Specifications and Standards.
- Capable of effectively leading and managing diverse teams and personnel on complex projects or tasks.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential for success in this role. The ideal candidate should be able to express ideas clearly and concisely in written documents, emails, and reports. Additionally, they should be adept at articulating thoughts and information verbally, whether in team meetings, presentations, or client interactions.
At Freese and Nichols, everyone on our team gets to make a meaningful difference in our communities. For 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our society needs: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more. We've built our business on long-term relationships with clients and employees alike, resulting in financial stability, career opportunities, and a nationally recognized workplace culture.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) matching, paid overtime for salaried employees, tuition reimbursement, and much more. Our unique culture creates an environment for professional growth where we focus on caring for our clients, coworkers, and the communities where we work. Join our team of 1,000 employees as we continue to expand our services throughout the United States. Learn more about working here at freese.com/careers.
Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.
We recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we strive to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. As a Federal Contractor, Freese and Nichols is an equal employment, affirmative action employer.
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