Huitt-Zollars Dallas , TX 75201
Posted 5 days ago
Overview
Principal-in-Charge/Vice President
Job Summary: Huitt-Zollars, Inc has full-time opportunity for a Principal-in-Charge/Vice President for our Dallas office. The candidate will have at least 15+ years' experience and will be a registered Professional Engineer in the state of Texas with public works infrastructure project experience. Duties include but not limited to, business development, mentoring staff, initial project research, management of production staff, construction administration and project close out efforts.
Location: Dallas, Texas
Employment Type: 40 FT Hours in office
Compensation Type: Salary
Registration(s): Professional Engineer
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE).
Duties/Responsibilities:
Function as a Lead Principal-in-charge and as a Senior Project Manager on key projects
Identify contacts/clients/opportunities for new work
Train/mentor staff and review work for quality assurance
Grow the local Public Works group
Ensure the Project Manager and/or Project Teams have the resources necessary to meet scheduling and budget commitments on projects
Interface daily with clients, develop proposals, negotiate scopes and fees, ensure timely billing and collections and prepare change orders
Strategic planning of Public Works marketing
Responsible for assigned portion of office sales goals
Prepare project work plan and schedule for projects
Manage the preparation of design and construction drawings
Direct a staff with varied levels of experience and expertise
Provide technically sound designs for our clients
Ensure quality controls measures are being adhered to on project delivery
Initiate and lead kickoff calls or high-level design calls with client in addition to preparing monthly forecasting and client cost stimates when appropriate
Qualifications:
BS Degree in Civil Engineering
Must be a licensed PE in Texas with a minimum of 15+ years of experience
Experience with producing accurate and complete construction plans and reports
Ability to work independently in a team environment and to manage multiple projects with limited supervision
Excellent verbal and written skills, communicating engineering information clearly and concisely
Ability to train/mentor staff and review work for quality assurance
Solid leadership and management skills, self-motivated, and possess a strong ability to meet deadlines, satisfy clients, and solve complex problems
Knowledge of AutoCAD, and Civil3D are all a plus
Highly organized and detail oriented
Willingness/ability to assume increased responsibilities when presented
Consistently deliver proactive communication with clients. When client issues arise, address or expeditiously escalate to discipline lead
Develop relationships with clients that allows for ease in communications and problem solving
Troubleshoot issues and recommend solutions, effectively implement and document for internal and external stakeholders
Competencies:
Acquires, understands, and applies technical and professional knowledge and skills to perform job effectively, efficiently, and safely. Understands and adheres to Huitt-Zollars policies and procedures. Stays abreast of trends and pending changes within assigned area of responsibility.
Establishes, enforces, and drives policies that promotes Company vision and culture to achieve company objectives.
Strong business acumen. Offers excellent communication and presentation skills in an organized, professional manner.
Ability to nurture and maintain key relationships internally and externally through communication and diplomacy.
Contributes to a positive and productive team-oriented environment. Offers open communication/feedback within the team. Minimizes conflict and builds collaboration to maintain productive team.
About Huitt-Zollars:
Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is a privately held, 100% employee-owned leading Architectural and Engineering (A/E) firm since being established in 1975. Since then, our firm has been providing innovative planning, engineering, architectural and interior design, construction and program management, and design-build services to our clients.
Located in more than 20 locations throughout 10 different US states, Huitt-Zollars holds a vision to improve the environment in which we live, work, and play. Employees/co-owners can expect to collaborate with their team, listen to client and community needs, and deliver world-class professional services. Learn more about a career with #teamHZ by viewing our LinkedIN Life page.
Benefits & Perks:
Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
MDLive Telehealth
Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability
8 Paid Holidays
Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities
Paid Vacation/Annual Leave
Paid Sick Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Commuter Benefits
Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements
Term Life / AD&D insurance
Cancer and Specified Disease insurance
Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
The employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Huitt-Zollars in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Currently, Huitt-Zollars does not sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.
Huitt-Zollars does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters without a previously signed third-party agreement. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to any Huitt-Zollars hiring manager or employee will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency submitting the unsolicited resume. Huitt-Zollars will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Human Resources team and without an active, fully executed service agreement.
This position will office out of our Dallas, TX location in a 'Class A' office space including a state-of-the-art gym (no cost), covered parking, food court, and more
Please apply online at https://external-huitt-zollars.icims.com
Job ID No: D432
Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or any other legally protected status. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company will make reasonable accommodations to assist in the application process upon the request of an applicant. No question on this application is intended to secure information to be used for discriminatory purposes.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 60-300.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status or disability, and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities
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