Sr. Project Manager - Inspection (51599)

Why Join Collins?

As an ENR Top 500 Design Firm, Collins Engineers delivers innovative solutions that help maintain and improve critical infrastructure nationwide. Our teams work on complex, high-impact projects while fostering a collaborative culture focused on technical excellence, safety, and professional growth.

At Collins, you'll have the opportunity to lead meaningful projects, work alongside industry-recognized experts, and help shape the future of structural inspection services. We are committed to investing in our people through mentorship, leadership development, and long-term career advancement opportunities.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated Senior Project Manager to join our Structural Inspection Group in Watervliet, New York.

In this role, you will lead complex bridge and structural inspection projects, oversee multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and support regional business growth initiatives. This position offers the opportunity to balance technical leadership, project management, and business development responsibilities while helping deliver exceptional service to public and private sector clients.

What You'll Do

- Serve as the primary project manager and client point of contact on bridge and structural inspection projects.

- Lead multiple projects of varying size and complexity from initiation through successful completion.

- Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, staffing, quality objectives, and profitability.

- Prepare proposals, project scopes, fee estimates, contracts, and client agreements.

- Oversee project execution to ensure timely delivery, technical accuracy, and client satisfaction.

- Monitor project financial performance, including budgets, schedules, profitability, and resource utilization.

- Review and approve client invoices while monitoring outstanding accounts receivable.

- Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing clients and key project stakeholders.

- Coordinate with clients, government agencies, and project partners throughout the project lifecycle.

- Support business development efforts by identifying new opportunities and cultivating client relationships.

- Lead pursuit efforts, including proposal development, project planning, cost estimating, and contract negotiations.

- Provide technical expertise on complex bridge and ancillary structure inspection assignments.

- Mentor Project Managers, inspectors, and technical staff while supporting their professional growth.

- Provide leadership and direction to project teams and support personnel.

- Represent Collins at client meetings, industry events, and professional organizations.

- Promote and maintain a strong culture of workplace safety and regulatory compliance.

- Ensure staff receive required health and safety training and understand applicable procedures and best practices.

- Contribute to the advancement of the profession through participation in technical societies, presentations, publications, and industry engagement.

Qualifications

What You Bring to the Team

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.

- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.

- Minimum of 10 years of bridge or ancillary structure inspection experience.

- At least 5 years of progressive project management experience.

- Successful completion of the NHI/FHWA Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges course (130055 or 130056).

- Strong knowledge of bridge inspection practices, structural assessment methodologies, and applicable industry standards.

- Experience managing inspection contracts, technical teams, and client relationships.

- Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects while balancing technical, operational, and financial objectives.

- Strong understanding of project budgeting, scheduling, cost control, and profitability management.

- Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills.

- Demonstrated success mentoring and developing technical staff.

- Valid driver's license and ability to support both office and field operations.

- Recognized technical expertise within the bridge and structural inspection industry.

What We Offer

- Competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings plans, and paid time off.

- Relocation assistance and sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates.

- Opportunities to lead high-profile infrastructure and bridge inspection projects.

- Professional development support, continuing education, and career advancement opportunities.

- Mentorship from experienced industry leaders and recognized technical experts.

- A collaborative, growth-oriented environment focused on innovation, safety, and technical excellence.