Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll in the Americas has thousands of experts working across more than 70 offices. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Environment & Health, Water, Energy, and Planning & Urban Design.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position.

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for overseeing construction projects from conception to completion? Do you thrive in a dynamic work environment where multitasking and problem-solving are essential for project success? Are you looking for an opportunity to make a significant impact in the construction industry by delivering exceptional projects on time and within budget?

If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Water US, Construction Management Division as our new Construction Project Manager and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your New Role

As our new Construction Project Manager, you will manage/direct staff activities associated with the design and construction of projects. You must be able to interpret the drawings, specifications and schedule to ensure the project is being constructed in accordance with the design intent, project execution plan, budget and schedule. You have proven a further emerging ability to: contribute to the substantial financial growth; and to develop followership, lead high-performance teams, resolve conflict, negotiate positive outcomes, mentor future leaders, and motivate employees.

Your key responsibilities will be

• Managing budgets, project staff, subcontractors, task schedules, change orders and project risks (quality and revenue recognition), invoicing, accounts payable and receivable, and budgeted project gross margin.
• Managing project conformance with respect to all quality and safety guidelines.
• Pro-actively managing change orders and project risks in terms of quality of deliverables, subcontracts, revenue recognition, budgets, cash management and safety.
• Maintaining client contact and strategic plan implementation related to technical advice, planning, permitting and construction phase services for water/wastewater construction projects.
• Assuming an active role in the selection of the project team, procure subcontractors, prepare and administer budgets and schedules for projects.
• Acting in a leadership role for implementing, complying, and promoting health and safety requirements and guidance.
• Preparing business development opportunity proposals, negotiation with clients, project planning and execution.
• Conducting constructability reviews of design and supporting documents for conformance with projects’ technical and performance goals.
• Conducting quality reviews of proposals and project deliverables or work products completed by others working under their direction.
• Motivating and influence a project team to deliver client service excellence.
• Implementing, delegating, and mentoring technical and administrative responsibilities to the project team.
• Developing growth and succession plans for direct reports to ensure development of successors of critical skills and positions.
• Actively using Ramboll’s tools and resources to execute frequent check-ins, goal alignment/setting, career development planning, and growth and succession planning.
• Identifying new hire needs, initiating recruiting and hiring process and creating and executing integration plans for new hires by following Ramboll’s onboarding process.
• Resolving conflict effectively and promoting an inclusive, diverse work environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology and 8+ years of qualifying engineering experience in the engineering/design field OR Associate’s degree or technical school certification in science, math, architecture, computing, technical drafting or other relevant technical curriculum, and 10+ years of qualifying engineering experience working in the engineering/design field.
• Experience in managing and mentoring people in construction management positions or roles.
• Experience in client project or program management.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Project and financial reporting systems.
• Demonstrated successful track record in exceptional client services

What we can offer you

• Commitment to your development
• Leaders guided by our Leadership Principles
• A culture that welcomes you as the unique person you are
• Inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
• The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company
• Competitive compensation 
• Generous PTO

Salary Transparency Statement

At Ramboll, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices that support our people and our purpose of creating sustainable societies. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $114,000 to $140,000 per year. This range reflects the compensation we reasonably expect to offer at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and internal equity. Because we operate across multiple U.S. markets, pay may differ depending on the cost of labor in specific locations. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for bonus, overtime or other forms of compensation and we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports well-being, professional development, and work-life balance. Our recruiters are happy to share more about the specific salary range and total rewards package applicable to your location during the hiring process.

Work at the heart of sustainable change

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realize their full potential.

Where People Flourish

Our mission is to create sustainable societies where people and nature flourish. This means that a culture of inclusion is embedded in everything we do.  Our people bring diverse backgrounds and experiences to the company, enabling us to deliver innovative and forward-thinking solutions to our clients. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. So, please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at [email protected] with such requests.

Ready to join us?

Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV, cover letter, etc.

Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.