Project Manager - Florida

Who We Are:

Bennett & Pless is a growing Structural Engineering Consulting firm with a 60-year track record of being one of the leading firms in the Southeast in the niche markets we practice. We have been nominated 7 consecutive years in a row as a best firm to work for and have offices in Atlanta, Sarasota, Charlotte, Chattanooga, Knoxville, Nashville, Orlando, and Raleigh. Our projects range in scope from simple site inspections to the design of a new facility, and we work at each stage – feasibility studies, conceptual design, detailed design, and construction administration. Together, our 8 offices have created an energized engineering powerhouse offering enhanced capabilities to our ever-growing client base.

What You Will Do:

We have a remote work opportunity for a ­­­­Project Manager living in the Central Florida area to join our growing Florida team. This role would primarily focus on providing technical and project management leadership on varied project scales. Project manager is expected to have a strong knowledge of structural engineering design principles in order to manage project budget, schedule, and team resources. Typical projects would range from existing building expansions/modifications to +800,000SF new building designs. Strong opportunities for advancement with growing 50+ year structural engineering firm.

Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate information across all disciplines to ensure project deliverables are compliant with client expectations and established organizational quality standard
  • Provide guidance/oversight to drafting staff to model and detail contract drawings (LOD 300).
  • Provide guidance/oversight to engineering staff to ensure all tasks are completed, coordinated with other design trades, and meet code requirements and client/project standards.
  • Manage overall project budget and schedule, to ensure project delivery meets client expectations.
  • Manage existing client relationships, including daily project communications
  • Lead client meetings and presentations; serve as the firm’s project liaison in architect and contractor meetings
  • Assist department manager and marketing team with business development related tasks which include engaging with potential clients to expand business relationships and securing new work from existing clients in various markets
  • Develop written proposals and fee structure for new projects and additional services for existing projects.
  • Provide quality control review to ensure submittals meet project delivery standards set based on internal requirements and client/project standards.
  • Provide Construction Administration support; including shop drawing review, RFI response, and site visits.
  • Provide engineering or project management assistance for projects outside of target specialty or for other B&P offices as necessary.
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What We Are Looking For:

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering
  • 8+ years of experience in the building structural design industry
  • Active Professional Engineer license
  • Experience in Revit.
  • Experience with industry standard software, including but not limited to Microsoft products, Bentley (RAM) products, RISA, EnerCalc, Adapt, etc.
  • Thorough knowledge of commercial building code and applicable structural design code material references.
  • Master of Science in Structural Engineering preferred
  • Active member of professional and technical societies preferred.
  • Previous project management / client management experience is a plus

Skills and Competencies:

  • Thorough understanding of building design and construction, most specifically detailing of structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, etc.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written are required
  • Ability to identify applicable codes in project-specific jurisdictions and apply to the project.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, manage multiple projects, tasks, and deadlines, and bring each to successful completion

What We Offer:

At Bennett & Pless, our vision is to be a place where employees thrive. We’re a growing firm committed to empowering employees without sacrificing work/life balance. Our culture is the center of making us who we are and it’s our priority to make employees feel accepted and valued.

As a firm, we are highly supportive of the development of our employees. Every year, we kick off Career Development Planning where employees create tailored development goals. Goals are regularly assessed throughout the year to allow employees to advance towards their career growth objectives. We also have monthly Bennett and Pless learning sessions where our senior Engineers and Specialists share their knowledge on a broad variety of subjects.

We have an employee-focused benefits package that includes:

  • Company-paid medical, dental and vision coverage for the employee
  • Health savings and flex spending accounts
  • Group short-term & long-term disability; life and a&d insurance
  • Paid parental leave for mothers and fathers
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • 401(k) matching
  • Monthly wellness allowance
  • Paid time off & paid holidays
  • Flexible schedules, including summer hours
  • Annual company retreat

If you are interested in a place where you can thrive and make a career at Bennett & Pless, come join our unique culture!

Bennett & Pless is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Ready to join us? Apply today!

Benefits & Perks

  • Employee-focused benefits package that includes: company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for the employee
  • Company-paid short-term & long-term disability; life and a&d insurance
  • Health savings and flexible spending accounts
  • Paid parental leave for mothers and fathers, including adoption
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Competitive compensation with annual bonus
  • Flexible schedules including summer hours
  • Paid time off including floating holidays
  • Paid holidays
  • Monthly wellness allowance
  • Professional Development opportunities
  • Engineers who obtain their PE while at B&P will receive a $2,500 bonus
  • Annual company retreat
  • In-office snacks and beverages
  • Company-sponsored monthly events, outings, and more!
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