Group Underwriting Manager jobs in Washington, DC

Job Description

Timmons Group is currently seeking an experienced Transportation Project Manager or Senior Project Manager to join our Transportation Group in our Ashburn, VA office location. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:

• The Project Manager is responsible for the successful management of assigned projects and the development of strong client relationships
• Responsible for marketing and business development, technical quality, profitability, schedule, project staff coordination, client communications, negotiating scopes and fees, billing and assistance in collection of fees when required, client follow-up maintenance
• The Project Manager must maintain superior relationships with each of his/her clients and cross-sell Timmons Group services which may fall outside of his/her direct professional expertise, and direct ongoing communications with the Office Manager and Transportation Group Leader are essential
• An ability to manage several mid-sized projects, multiple small projects or a single larger project simultaneously is required

Skills/Requirements of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:

• A bachelor's or master's degree in Civil Engineering and/or equivalent work experience.
• Professional registration (P.E., L.S., etc.) in one or more states in which Timmons Group conducts business is preferred  
• Ideal candidates will have 8 to 10 years of experience in roadway design, traffic and transportation engineering, including projects for local Departments of Transportation (DOTs)
• Must have a thorough understanding of project accounting and demonstrated ability to manage the schedule and budget for multiple projects at the same time
• Has experience in marketing and supervision of the technical work of others
• Has a working knowledge of technical and office support software required to perform the essential functions of the position
• Consistently presents a professional attitude towards clients and internal staff
• Effectively communicates with others in the daily completion of tasks or assignments
• Strives to achieve professional working relationships with others and shows a willingness to help others meet critical deadlines
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to operate a motor vehicle

Additional Information

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are looking for high energy, creative, flexible, patient, self-starters who are willing to work at a dynamic pace. Candidates must share a commitment to our company’s Vision, Mission and Shared Values.

Timmons Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Timmons Group is a full-service engineering and technology firm recognized nationally as a “Best Firm to Work For” by CE News. With over 15 offices throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, we provide civil engineering, environmental, economic development, GIS/geospatial technology, landscape architecture, and surveying services to a diverse client base. As one of Engineering News Record’s (ENR) Top 500 Design Firms for over 30 years, we are dedicated to being an employer of choice and providing our people with the best resources, technology, and culture to help them thrive in an engaging career development setting. For more information, visit www.timmons.com.