Job Description

Description

Psomas Brief History Psomas is a 100% employee-owned, employer-of-choice, award-winning consulting firm located in California specializing in construction management, civil engineering, transportation planning, environmental, landscape architecture and urban design, and surveying and geospatial services. We foster a collaborative work environment, promote teamwork, and provide many opportunities for professional growth and advancement. We strive for excellence, and welcome candidates of all identities, backgrounds, and perspectives to help us continue evolving as an inclusive, employee-first culture. We are a casual and supportive company where each person helps contribute to projects that make a difference in our local community. Our Program Management Group is seeking a talented Consultant Project Manager to join and support Caltrans District 7 by providing team leadership and project delivery management in the counties of Los Angeles and Ventura. Explore this opportunity with Psomas and apply today! Benefits You Would Get as our Consultant Project Manager Employees receive the following benefits: • A competitive salary! The expected range for this position is $76.00 - $105.00/hour depending on experience Compensation may be adjusted for well qualified candidates • Discretionary bonus program • Employee referral + Spot bonus programs • Benefit package for employee & eligible family members including medical/dental/vision/life & disability • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) 100% Paid by Company • 401(k) with Immediate 100% Vested Company Match! • 8 Paid Holidays & 3 Weeks of PTO • Employee recognition programs • Career pathing, training, professional development + tuition reimbursement (including support for PMP certification) • Cell phone stipend & mileage reimbursement or company vehicle (if authorized by client and depending on availability) • Learn more about our benefits at: https://psomas.com/careers/the-psomas-experience/ We're a fun, rewarding place to work! We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. About being our Consultant Project Manager As the Consultant Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of transportation projects, ensuring that they are completed on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of stakeholders. You will oversee a multi-discipline project delivery team, work closely with the external stakeholders to plan, design, and construct a variety of transportation projects. Responsibility Highlights for our Consultant Project Manager • Manage a portfolio of transportation projects during the following phases of project development (initiation, planning, design, right of way, construction and closeout) • Work closely with Caltrans functional team members and external stakeholders • Manage project risks/issues and develop mitigation strategies as needed in order to minimize negative impacts or maximize the benefits of opportunities • Ensure that all project documentation is complete and up to date, including project workplans, schedules, budgets, and status reports • Coordinate with other Caltrans departments and external agencies to ensure that projects are delivered in accordance with state and federal regulations and guidelines • Prepare project financial management plans • Facilitate team buy-in and issue resolution as necessary Minimum Qualifications to be our Consultant Project Manager • Active Professional Engineering License in California (PE) • Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent (candidates who are in the process and/or who have the ability to obtain certification upon hire may be considered) • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Planning, other related discipline • 5+ years of documented demonstrated experience acceptable by Caltrans working on transportation projects (roadway, highway, or bridge) as a Project Manager, Project Development Team Leader, or Project Engineer • Experience managing or delivering transportation projects (roadway, highway, or bridge) • Familiarity with State Department of Transportation and FHWA procedures is preferred • Ability to travel between project sites and office facilities as needed and required by the Client