Job Information
System One Civil structural Department Manager in Warrendale, Pennsylvania
Civil/Structural Department Manager
Job Purpose: Performs assignments designed to apply professional knowledge and abilities, requiring application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out a series of related engineering tasks. Manage the Civil/Structural Engineering Group.
Essential Duties:
Responsible for the managerial direction of the department. Provides supervision and guidance related to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters. Determines technical and professional staffing needs – hires, manages, and motivates personnel. Provides work assignments and reviews performance to ensure the efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff. Performs performance reviews. Serves as a technical advisor, provides senior-level input and evaluation on projects. Establishes and maintains quality and accuracy standards. Reviews and approves completed engineering documentation. Demonstrates creativity, foresight, and mature engineering judgment in anticipating and solving problems. Determines program objectives and requirements, organizes projects and develops standards and guidelines. Works cooperatively with other managers to achieve the company’s mission.
Performs construction management and/or field engineering duties on assigned field construction projects, as needed. Uses Deltek for completion and approvals of weekly time reports, expense statements, and project reporting to project management, department management, and upper management.
Other Skills and Abilities:
Ability to function as a team player.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally if required for short term site visits.
Ability to perform required field work such as climb stairs and ladders, wear required safety gear, pass plant safety training and drug testing.
Education:
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university – mandatory.
(Master of Science - Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university is an attribute.)
Experience:
15+ Years of Engineering Experience
Required Licenses or Certificates:
PE Certification.
Valid driver’s license for state of residence
Valid passport or the ability to get one.
Desired Experience and Skills:
Subcontractor Management
Vendor Management
Budget planning, tracking, and reporting
Change Order preparation and negotiation
Proposal Preparation
Technical Writing
Staff Management
Contract Management
Project forecasting
Deltek experience is a plus
PMP certification is a plus.
Competencies:
Time Management
Interpersonal Skills
Communication
Multi-tasking
Work Ethic
Coachability
Focus/Attention to Detail
Accuracy
Analytical
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Incumbent will work primarily in an office environment and will be required to sit for extended periods of time and move between offices and buildings as needed. Incumbent will be required to use a computer with keyboard, telephone or handheld mobile device for extended periods of time, and office machinery as needed. Incumbent will be required to independently travel to outside construction, meeting, and event locations.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work location is a climate controlled indoor office. Incumbent will be expected to work in several projects/assignments simultaneously and may need to work outside of core operating hours as requested. Travel to outside locations will expose the incumbent to weather conditions.
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.