Psomas Brief History
Psomas is a 100% employee-owned, employer-of-choice, award-winning consulting firm located in California specializing in construction management, civil engineering, transportation planning, environmental, landscape architecture and urban design, and surveying and geospatial services. We foster a collaborative work environment, promote teamwork, and provide many opportunities for professional growth and advancement. We strive for excellence, and welcome candidates of all identities, backgrounds, and perspectives to help us continue evolving as an inclusive, employee-first culture. We are a casual and supportive company where each person helps contribute to projects that make a difference in our local community.
Our Program Management Group is seeking a talented Assistant Project Manager to join and support Caltrans District 5 through project team leadership and project delivery in the counties of Santa Cruz, Monterey, San Benito, San Luis Obispo, and Santa Barbara. Explore this opportunity with Psomas and apply today!
Benefits You Would Get as our Assistant Project Manager
Employees receive the following benefits:
A competitive salary! The expected range for this position is $56.00 - $75.00/hour depending on experience
Compensation may be adjusted for well qualified candidates
Discretionary bonus program
Employee referral + Spot bonus programs
Benefit package for employee and eligible family members including medical/dental/vision/life and disability
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) 100% Paid by Company
401(k) with Immediate 100% Vested Company Match!
8 Paid Holidays and 3 Weeks of PTO
Employee recognition programs
Career pathing, training, professional development + tuition reimbursement
Cell phone stipend and mileage reimbursement or company vehicle (if authorized by client and depending on availability)
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We're a fun, rewarding place to work! We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
About being our Assistant Project Manager
As as Assistant Project Manager, you will be responsible for assisting the Project Manager in the successful delivery of various capital outlay projects. The Assistant Project Manager will work closely with the Caltrans team and external stakeholders to plan, design, and deliver transportation projects that foster a collaborative project environment. The Assistant Project Manager will act on behalf of the Project Manager when he or she are not available.
Responsibility Highlights for our Assistant Project Manager
Assist the Project Manager in the management of a portfolio of transportation projects, including planning, design, construction, and maintenance projects
Work closely with Caltrans project team members and external stakeholders to ensure accurate project data and transparency of project delivery performance
Support the functional team members in the development of project schedules and budgets
Assist in the management of project risks and issues, and support the development of mitigation strategies as needed
Actively involved in the collection and analysis of all project documentation is complete and up to date, including project plans, schedules, budgets, and status reports
Support the coordination with other Caltrans departments and external agencies to ensure that projects are delivered in accordance with state and federal regulations and guidelines
Provide support in providing regular project updates to stakeholders, including project sponsors, management, and the public
Support the development and maintenance of relationshipswith stakeholders, including community groups, elected officials, and other interested parties
Minimum Qualifications to be our Assistant Project Manager
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Planning, other related discipline
5+ years of documented demonstrated experience acceptable by Caltrans managing complex aspects of transportation related projects
Ability to work on-site in a Caltrans District Office
Preferred Qualifications to be our Assistant Project Manager
Familiarity with State Department of Transportation and FHWA procedures
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.