Associate Project Director / Office Manager

San Diego

Regular, Full time

Hybrid

Do you want to expand your potential in an outstanding environment, where we collaborate on shaping tomorrow's societies? Can you add to our success by your interpersonal and relationship-building skills? And are you a demonstrated and recognized Project Management and technical leader? Then, this could be the next step in your career.

Shape a future where people and societies grow and flourish

We are seeking an Associate Project Director / Office Managerto join our team. We are among the world leaders within marine and port structures and our involvement in marine, coastal and geotechnical engineering projects spans the entire lifecycle of a structure. Our services range from consultancy on a specific issue to comprehensive planning and total engineering design and implementation.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Manage our emerging San Diego office with oversight of engineering staff and operations
• Manage assigned projects' portfolio along with developing and implementing project management best practices
• Develop and implement project Action Plans, in conjunction with VPs
• Provide leadership in the area of Distributed Engineering between COWI offices and within COWI
• Assist in the assignment of resources and key staff to projects
• Lead various strategic initiatives as assigned by the VP
• Contribute and provide leadership to aid in the development and improvement of "Best Practices" among all COWI groups: Engineering, Quality Management, Project Management, Commercial and Risk Management and Safety practices, Engineering Specialist
• Contribute to projects by performing tasks requiring a broad and/or deep knowledge in a field of expertise
• Carry out project engineering duties in accordance with the Company Quality System including, but not be limited to performing structural engineering calculations, analysis and design, design checking and quality assurance, engineering inspections, creating inspection reports; and estimating costs.

In addition to the above, you will also play the following roles:

As BD Account Manager, you will:

• Provide leadership in business development and marketing activities for the Company including identifying, tracking, positioning, and pursuing project opportunities, and representing the Company in external settings including technical committees, conferences, seminars, professional bodies and business groups; and
• Be responsible for developing and maintaining relations with specified key clients.

In the Strategic Management role, you will:

• As part of a regional management team, participate in periodic strategy meetings and contribute to the development and achievement of COWI NA and the COWI Group's strategic objectives.
• Contribute to ensuring that COWI NA delivers and exceeds the budgeted financial performance.

Your skills. Our team. Together we design the future
Like us, you believe that leadership success comes from setting a clear and meaningful direction for your team and supporting them in taking ownership of their work. You always delegate responsibility and ensure an open and safe dialogue, and you coach your people to achieve their aspirations through constructive, fact-based feedback. Attracting and nurturing a diverse group of high-potential team members is at the top of your agenda, as is creating an inclusive, caring and trusting culture in your team.

On top of that, you will:

• Hold a Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, with 9+ years of related experience in Marine Project Management, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Hold Professional Engineer status in CA. Licenses in other US states considered an asset.
• Have participation in National and International professional societies.
• Have experience and reputation with local clients including but not limited to NAVFAC.
• Have proven ability to prepare proposals and review agreement terms.
• Be self-motivated, flexible, and able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Be able to work with staff located remotely
• Have ability and willingness to travel predominantly in North America.

A place to work and so much more

At COWI, we work together with our customers to shape a sustainable and liveable world. We do it by applying our knowledge and curiosity - and sometimes even our courage - to create the solutions the world needs today to enable a better tomorrow. That is why we say no to fossil-based projects and aspire to have 100% of our revenue come from activities that move our customers towards sustainability.

We value differences and development and cultivate an environment of belonging and having fun. Because that is what brings out the best in you, at work and at home.

With offices primarily located in the Nordic region, the UK, North America and India, we are currently more than 8,000 people who bring their expertise in engineering, architecture, energy and environment into play.

What we also offer:

Being part of the COWI community offers more than just a competitive salary. We take care of our people both professionally and personally.

Some of our benefits include:

Flexible working arrangement | Top-up parental and childbirth recovery leave | Fantastic close-knit team with a wealth of knowledge to share | Full time hires get minimum 5 weeks vacation to start | Floating holiday to celebrate employee diversity | Paid sick leave | Annual fitness subsidy - yes, you can use this for a ski pass, yoga, or gym membership | 401K contribution matching with generous company match | Personal and professional development fund | Parking or public transit allowance | Medical, dental, and vision insurance 80% employer-paid premiums | Employee Assistance Program (EAP) | STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance | Referral incentive program| Frequent social events

Base compensation: $160,000 to $225,000 for San Diego location only. Actual compensation is subject to variations due to education, experience, skill set and/or location.

Got more questions?
Get to know us even better at our website, www.cowi.com, where you can learn more about our projects, our strategy, what we want to achieve and what life is like at COWI.

Equal opportunity employer

COWI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, COWI complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Please click on this link for more information.

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