Telecom Assistant Project Manager

Overview: Colliers Engineering & Design is currently seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join our Telecom team in Tampa, FL! Wireless communication is an ever-changing technology embedded in our culture that seamlessly links us to the world around us.
Our progressive telecommunication professionals work tirelessly to provide leading-edge engineering solutions for the latest cellular technology to meet the demands of major carriers and tower owners nationwide.
Continually working in leadership roles within the telecommunications industry to promote best practices is what sets us apart.
Responsibilities: Assist in preparation of proposals including project scope, schedule, and man-hour budgets.
Act as point of contact for multiple small clients and grow relationships to ensure sustainable backlog.
Monitor time schedules and capital cost budgets on projects to satisfy client.
Oversee the work and productivity on assigned projects.
Strive to achieve predetermined goals for profit, productivity targets, and schedule of deliverables.
Determine scope/fee and write proposal.
Negotiate with clients on any scope changes relative to project budgets and schedules subject to supervisor's approval.
Review structural and/or A&E deliverables to ensure all project work is performed and completed in accordance with QA/QC standards, systems, and procedures as designated for project.
Coordinate and communicate effectively with all employees involved in the projects to ensure high utilization rates (i.
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Project team meeting).
Review monthly man-hour and cost reports to ensure projects are being completed at the pre-established goal.
Assist with mentoring junior staff in learning sound technical and business practices and enhancing corporate objectives.
Assist with the preparation and attendance for public hearings, meetings, and any other presentations related to his/her projects.
Responsible for ordering subconsultant services and scheduling/coordinating field crews.
Works efficiently with the billing department to authorize and transmit bills to client.
Follow up with clients for timely payments.
Adhere to health and safety program and all applicable SOPs.
May oversee the activities of assigned staff, including but not limited to timesheet review and approval, performance evaluation and daily supervision.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field is preferred.
7+ years of Telecom or Civil Engineering experience is preferred.
PE license is preferred.
Proficient with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Some storm water management/land development and electrical design experience is preferred.
Ability to travel to project sites and client meetings as needed.
Ability to balance competing high priorities and adapt quickly in a dynamic environment.
Maintain and build effective business relationships.
What We Offer: At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource.
That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.
This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.
Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!