Project Manager III

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Join Olsson’s Federal Engineering & Design Team as a Project Manager III, where you’ll lead multidisciplinary teams in delivering high-impact infrastructure projects for federal clients. You’ll oversee planning, design, and construction support for mission-critical facilities including military bases, VA campuses, and other government installations. These projects demand technical excellence, regulatory precision, and collaborative leadership—and you’ll be at the center of it all.

As a Project Manager, you’ll manage scope, schedule, budget, and quality across complex civil and vertical construction engineering efforts. You’ll work closely with multi-discipline teams as well as federal stakeholders—to ensure compliance with UFC, DoD, VA, and other federal standards. Your role will span from early concept development through final delivery, guiding teams and clients toward successful outcomes.

You’ll also contribute to proposal development and help shape best practices that elevate our federal design capabilities. This is a chance to lead projects that serve national interests and make a lasting impact on communities across the country.

Preferred Qualifications

A minimum of eight years of project experience in the Architecture, Engineering, or Construction industry with increasing responsibility.

Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Proven success managing multidisciplinary teams and delivering federal projects for agencies such as DoD and VA.

Strong understanding of federal design standards, acquisition processes, contract requirements, and project financials.

Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

High-level proficiency in client service, negotiation, and decision-making.

Ability to navigate complex regulatory environments with precision and integrity.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced settings and exceed client expectations.

Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to mentoring and team development.

Deep understanding of consulting business operations and a drive to contribute to firm-wide success.

Responsibilities

Lead full lifecycle project management for federal projects, including those for military installations, VA campuses, and other government facilities.

Define project scopes, schedules, and budgets in collaboration with technical teams, and oversee execution to ensure financial success and timely delivery.

Assemble and manage multidisciplinary teams, aligning technical expertise with project goals and federal requirements.

Serve as the primary liaison with clients and stakeholders, ensuring compliance with UFC, DoD, VA, and other applicable federal standards.

Manage contracts, change orders, and risk mitigation strategies to minimize financial and operational impacts.