Engineering Project Manager - Energy & Utilities

Description

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle, managing expectations, addressing concerns, and cultivating long-term relationships.
• Conduct risk assessments, implement mitigation strategies, and lead regular project meetings to monitor progress and ensure timely resolution of challenges.
• Collaborate across departments, including engineering, marketing, finance, and operations—to ensure seamless project delivery and continuous improvement in service quality.
• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple engineering projects, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within existing and prospective client accounts, collaborating with leadership and technical teams on pursuit strategies.
• Develop and manage project plans, including schedules, budgets, staffing, and resource allocation, in coordination with technical and operations teams.
• Work collaboratively and effectively with clients and colleagues including cross-functional teams, peers, direct reports, and leadership, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Represent the firm at industry events, client meetings, and networking opportunities to promote its capabilities and support growth initiatives.
• Support strategic planning and market growth by sharing insights on client trends, emerging opportunities, and competitive positioning.
• Oversee the preparation and review of drawings, calculations, and technical deliverables to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance with industry and client standards.
• Monitor and manage project financials, ensuring profitability, alignment with revenue targets, and timely billing and collections.
• Mentor and support junior project managers, engineers, and technical staff, fostering a high-performance culture of accountability, learning, and professional development.
• Lead or support proposal efforts, including scope definition, fee estimation, and preparation of qualifications and presentations.

Requirements

• 5-10 years of experience in design engineering or project management for engineering projects.
• Project experience in energy and/or utilities space (oil/gas upstream, midstream, pipeline, terminal, refining, asphalt, RNG or power/transmission utility).
• Adapt to changing business needs and priorities, demonstrating flexibility in taking on new responsibilities and adjusting to evolving challenges.
• Advanced degree in business, engineering management, or related field.
• Ability to remain seated for extended periods while working at a computer or attending meetings.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in person, over the phone, and through written communication.
• PMP certification or other recognized project management credentials.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET-accredited university or related field.
• Frequent use of standard office equipment, including computers, keyboards, telephones, and printers.
• Ability to travel up to 25%
• Occasional light physical activity such as walking, standing, or carrying materials (up to 25 lbs.).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Demonstrated experience in business development and client relationship management.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance