Senior Project Manager (Operations)

Position Summary

The Senior Project Manager / Mobile Office Operations Lead is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) responsible for leading complex construction engineering projects while overseeing day-to-day operations of the Mobile office. This role combines technical project delivery, client management, staff leadership, and operational accountability to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with regulatory and quality standards.

This position serves as the senior technical and operational leader for the Mobile office and plays a key role in driving growth, profitability, and operational excellence within a construction-focused engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Technical Leadership

• Serve as Project Manager of Record for complex construction engineering projects, ensuring compliance with PE standards, contract requirements, and regulatory obligations.
• Lead planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout of projects across transportation, utilities, site development, water/wastewater, or related construction engineering disciplines.
• Review and approve engineering deliverables, cost estimates, schedules, change orders, and technical reports.
• Provide constructability reviews and technical guidance during design and construction phases.
• Ensure adherence to QA/QC procedures, safety standards, and company policies.

Mobile Office Operations & Leadership

• Oversee daily operations of the Mobile office, including staffing, workload planning, utilization, and resource allocation.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Project Managers, Engineers, Inspectors, and support staff.
• Partner with HR and leadership on hiring, performance management, training, and succession planning.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and safety.
• Act as the primary escalation point for operational, staffing, and client issues within the office.

Client & Business Development

• Serve as a primary client contact for key accounts and public/private sector partners.
• Support business development efforts including proposal development, scope definition, fee negotiations, and client presentations.
• Identify growth opportunities within existing projects and regional markets.
• Represent the company in industry organizations, public meetings, and community engagements.

Financial & Operational Management

• Manage project budgets, forecasting, billing, and profitability.
• Ensure accurate project tracking, invoicing, and cost control.
• Support annual business planning and revenue forecasting for the Mobile office.
• Mitigate risk through proactive issue identification, documentation, and leadership communication.

Required Qualifications

• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license (Alabama preferred or ability to obtain within a defined timeframe).
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in construction engineering, project management, or related infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary engineering or construction teams.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, contracts, scheduling, and cost control.
• Experience working with DOTs, municipalities, utilities, and/or industrial clients.

CORPORATE ENVIRONMENTAL RISK MANAGEMENT, L.L.C. is a Certified Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, and/or disability. C.E.R.M. will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background, credit check, and drug screen.