Project Manager

Overview:   UES is a privately held, rapidly growing engineering and consulting firm with nearly six decades of experience in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, building code compliance, threshold inspections and environmental consulting. With more than 3,800 professionals across 80+ branches in high growth markets in the U.S., UES consults on projects of all sizes for public and private clients in industries ranging from transportation and healthcare to commercial, residential, and education. Experienced and proven, UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices. Our work includes public and private clients, as well as public-private partnerships, and consists of projects ranging from transportation and infrastructure to aviation and aerospace. Our engineers, geologists, certified inspectors, scientists, and drillers offer an unwavering commitment to excellence, approaching each project with the knowledge that precision, professionalism, and creative solutions are what drive success and cultivate enduring client relationships. As UES continues to grow, it's critical that we have a defined set of values that guide us like a north star. These values need to demonstrate who we are as a company and what we believe. STRIVE stands for Safety, Teamwork, Responsiveness, Integrity, Value, and Excellence. Summary The Project Manager is a key role, responsible for coordinating all activities within the Building Inspection Department, including project documentation management, communication with clients, field inspectors, engineers, and various municipalities. This position will be responsible for supervising all permitting and plan review activity in the department, ensuring that all required reports and documents are compiled, updated, and maintained for a complete Certificate of Compliance package upon project completion. The ideal candidate is a reliable, trustworthy individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment where both collaboration and autonomy are valued.
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Physical Demands and Work Environment - Required to drive, stand, walk, use hands to type, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance, talk, and hear. Body motions and movements include bending, twisting, reaching, stooping, pulling, kneeling, lifting, carrying, and pushing, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Lifting and/or moving up to thirty-five pounds regularly is expected, and up to seventy-five pounds on occasion, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Job site conditions may or may not be accessible by vehicle and can include wetlands, swamps, grasslands, and fields with uneven surfaces, sand, brush, and other natural and man-made obstacles.
- This job occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions and construction sites where the noise level is usually moderate to loud.
- This is not a remote position. This job will be based in the selected job posting location.
\n Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Develop and implement standardized processes for processing permits and plan reviewMaintain seamless communication with clients, owners, contractors, and stakeholders regarding the opening and closing of projectsAttend preconstruction and on-site meetings with clients and municipalities to ensure complianceObtain documents from clients to facilitate the permit application processObtain all required approvals for permits and act as the primary liaison between the company, client, and each municipalityPrepare and submit applications to various agencies/boards that have jurisdiction over required permits and/or approvalsReview plans issued out of the department for correct revision dates and review start packages for accuracyCollaborate with external consultants to coordinate paperwork and applications as necessarySubmit, distribute, and file paperwork and enter data for various permits, such as building, standard plans, plan changes, and closeout documentsMaintain all company files relating to permit applications, approvals, licenses, issued permits, and closeout documentsFoster a strong working relationship with various municipalities to ensure timely permit processingCoordinate project activities and billing with Project Coordinators and/or Administrative Assistants and/or Office ManagerRegular attendance is requiredFollows safety proceduresOther duties may be assigned Required Qualifications:Valid Florida Driver's License with an acceptable driving record (in accordance with our Driver's License and Motor Vehicle Record Check Criteria), may or may not be required to perform the duties and responsibilities of the roleAbility to pass a background check screening in accordance with Florida's Jessica Lunsford Act (or equivalent state classification)Experience in permitting and plan review processes,Knowledge of local building codes and regulationsBN license requiredExcellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skillsAbility to work independently and in a team environmentDetail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and efficiencyProficient understanding of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.) productsAbility to read and write, including interpreting documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, as well as writing routine reports and correspondence and speaking effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and customers/clientsComputer skills sufficient to operate a laptop, including sending and receiving emails, and the ability to learn Field Data Collection (FDC)/Inspector Gadget to input data and prepare reportsMathematical skills sufficient to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimalsReasoning ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram formOther duties may be assigned
\nWho We Are:   UES provides essential engineering services for some of the most prominent and significant projects in the nation. Our team members, from our drillers to administrative staff, contribute directly to projects that transform communities. With some of the greatest talent in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope, we are committed to delivering groundbreaking solutions for our clients. At the core of our success is our team members who make it all possible. We know that the projects we deliver are only as good as our people, which is why we offer enriching opportunities for career growth at every level. Growing in Excellence As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group's Hot Firm list in 2021, UES is poised to lead our industry into the future. As we evolve from a one-man operation to a company spanning 75 branches and 3,500 employees, we're looking for enthusiastic talent to launch their careers and grow along with us. Why Work at UES? We value the individual contributions of our employees, and we show this through providing great benefits. Please ask your recruiter what benefits plans apply to you. Check out our website: https://teamues.com/ Follow us on social media: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube #GroundedInExcellence EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Universal Engineering Sciences is a Drug-Free Workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.