Project Manager/Senior Project Manager (Municipal + District Finance)

Sacramento, CA
Full Time
MUNICIPAL + DISTRICT FINANCE
Experienced
Location: Harris has offices scattered throughout CA including Sacramento, Concord, Irvine, San Diego, Salinas, Los Angeles, and Ontario.  The ideal candidate would work in a hybrid environment, working one to two days per week out of either our Sacramento, Concord, Irvine, or San Diego offices, with the balance of time working in a suitable home office.

Who We Are
Our Municipal + District Finance team functions in a dynamic, high-energy environment where meeting deadlines is crucial. A successful candidate possesses efficient task and time management skills, and the ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities. Candidates must be comfortable working under time constraints and on multiple concurrent projects to ensure deadlines are met for our clients. If you're a high-caliber professional driven by excellence and looking for a fast-paced, dynamic, and collaborative environment, performing work that positively impacts communities, and a firm that invests heavily in your growth, you could be a perfect fit for Harris & Associates.

We are looking for a motivated Project Manager or Senior Project Manager to expand our Municipal + District Finance Team in the area of Development Impact Fees.  The Municipal + District Finance team helps communities fund their critical infrastructure needs now and into the future. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and a background in development impact fees, fiscal impact analysis, economic impact analysis, utility rate studies, or related experience.

Harris has offices scattered throughout CA including Sacramento, Concord, Irvine, San Diego, Salinas, Los Angeles, and Ontario.  The ideal candidate would work in a hybrid environment, working one to two days per week out of either our Sacramento, Concord, Irvine, or San Diego offices, with the balance of time working in a suitable home office.

Responsibilities & Duties

The Project Manager/Senior Project Manager will be responsible for the successful management and completion of projects which includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities and duties:
  • Provides oversight on multiple concurrent projects to successfully deliver projects on time and within budget.
  • Independently managing all aspects of projects, including directing work products, interfacing with the client, overseeing junior staff, maintaining project schedules, and monitoring project budgets.
  • Leads complex financial, economic, and feasibility analyses, including recommendations and alternative options.
  • Leads client and public meetings, including presentations to government/elected officials.
  • Acts as the main point of contact for clients and is responsible for project coordination.
  • Leads, trains and mentors junior staff to complete project assignments.
  • Delivers excellent service to clients with a proactive, solution-oriented, and collaborative approach.
  • Leads business development activities such as proposal writing and client interviews.
  • Communicates clearly with supervisor, staff and other colleagues to address both project and staff issues that may arise.
 Required Qualifications & Skills
  • Degree in Real Estate Development, Business, Urban Economics, Urban Planning, Engineering, Construction Management, Public Administration or other related field. Masters preferred but not required.
  • A minimum of 8 years of experience, with at least 2 years on projects and programs related to development impact fees, fiscal impact analysis, economic impact analysis, utility rate studies, or related experience with a minimum of 2 years managing projects.
  • Must be an analytical thinker, excellent writer and communicator, well organized and detail oriented.
  • Must be able to use MS Office, including advanced writing (for reports, memos, etc.) and advanced Excel, to prepare and review work products.
  • Ability to manage and lead multiple complex projects, completing projects on time and within budget.
  • Ability to perform QC to ensure accuracy and quality of all deliverables, including work of junior-level staff
  • Must be able to multi-task and manage time to meet time-sensitive deadlines, schedules, budgets, interact with clients, manage staff, oversee quality control, and make presentations to stakeholders.
  • Ability to travel within California as needed.
  • Ability to cultivate trusted advisor relationships through quality technical service and effective interactions.
  • Ability to lead proposals, pursuits and engage successfully in client management activities.
  • Be proactive, solution-oriented, collaborative, and work well with different team members in an efficient manner.
  • Be curious and resourceful – proactively seek a deeper understanding of your work and ways to maximize the value for clients.
  • Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record required
About Us
Harris & Associates is a 100% employee-owned company focused on solving today's complex challenges in the planning, designing, and constructing of public infrastructure. We serve clients in the municipal, water, transportation, and education markets to build equitable, resilient, and sustainable communities by providing a long-term financial framework as they plan their future. Our offices and project sites span the West Coast in California, Nevada, and Washington with a staff of over 290 employee-owners.

Harris fosters a collaborative work environment, understanding that diverse perspectives enhance our ability to better serve our clients and their communities. We are deeply passionate about our work, our clients, our team’s personal and professional growth. We offer a mentorship program, on-the-job training, Harris University, and an annual staff summit all aimed at developing well-rounded consultants proficient in the full spectrum of services we provide. Additionally, we prioritize a healthy work-life balance and organize social and team building events.


Compensation and Benefits
The annual salary range for this position is $125,000-$160,000. This will be dependent on the experience, expertise, and geographic location of the incoming candidate. 
We offer competitive salaries and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Harris & Associates is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an EEO/AA employer.  We invite resumes from all interested and qualified candidates including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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