Project Manager I -Construction Materials Testing

Olsson • Olathe, KS • 3h ago

Olathe, KS

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results - for our people, our clients, and our company.

We're a people-centric firm, so it's no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Our Construction Materials Team plays a critical role in ensuring the quality, safety, and performance of materials used in infrastructure and building projects. From concrete and asphalt to soil and aggregates, our team provides essential testing and analysis that supports the structural integrity and compliance of construction efforts.

As a Project Manager I, you will lead and coordinate construction materials testing projects from initiation through completion. Your involvement in the full project life cycle will be crucial for ensuring timely completion of projects, in accordance with established scope, schedule, and budget. This position leads to the successful delivery of projects that provide purposeful, high-quality solutions to successfully solve engineering and design needs. You will oversee laboratory and field-testing operations, manage client relationships, ensure compliance with industry standards, and support the professional development of your team.

Primary Responsibilities:

Assemble and lead project teams, assigning responsibilities to align technical skills and expertise with project objectives.

Serve as the primary liaison between the client, contractors, and internal teams, clearly communicating project scope, schedule, and budget.

Develop and manage project budgets, monitor costs, and ensure adherence to financial plans to maintain client satisfaction and project profitability.

Manage complex contract negotiations and coordinate change requests.

Identify potential risks or additional costs and implement strategies to mitigate negative impacts.

Organize and lead regular project meetings to ensure alignment on expectations, performance, and deliverables.

Oversee detailed reviews of technical work to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Document all project deliverables and maintain comprehensive records, including correspondence, design plans, and other project-related files.

Secure appropriate resources for all project phases to ensure timely and successful completion.

Mentor team members on project management best practices using internal tools and resources.

Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements to maintain a safe and productive work environment.

Foster and maintain strong client relationships to support future business opportunities.

You bring to the team:

Strong communication skills.

Ability to contribute and work well on a team.

Bachelor's degree in engineering, sciences, construction, planning, or a related area preferred.

A minimum of eight years of project experience within an applicable field or discipline with increasing responsibility.

Proven track record in meeting and exceeding client expectations through project management activities.

Excellent client service orientation, communication, and presentation skills.

Solid interpersonal and decision-making skills and the ability to generate innovative and effective solutions to complex problems.

A high-level of organization, leadership, and negotiation skills.

A keen interest in various engineering disciplines, particularly within the industrial sector.

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Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

Receive a competitive 401(k) match

Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths

Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities

Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

Olsson understands the importance of privacy and is committed to protecting job applicants' personal information. Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (collectively, the "CCPA"), this notice explains Olsson's practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information for job applicants residing in California. Please read this Notice carefully to understand our privacy practices.

For more information about the @types of information we collect and how we use it in connection with your general access and use of our website, please review our general California Privacy Noticehere (https://www.olsson.com/privacy-policy) .

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