We are seeking an experienced, proactive Project Manager with a strong technical background and a history of hands-on project engineering. This role requires someone who can lead the execution of custom-engineered projects for industrial air pollution control and municipal odor control solutions while leveraging prior experience making equipment selections and preparing submittals. The ideal candidate combines technical expertise with exceptional organizational and leadership skills to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
As a Project Manager, you will act as the central point of contact for clients and internal teams, guiding projects through every phase and maintaining alignment with company goals and customer expectations. Your project engineering background will allow you to effectively communicate technical details, make informed decisions, and streamline collaboration between engineering and manufacturing teams.
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership: Manage the full lifecycle of custom-engineered projects, including planning, scheduling, execution, monitoring, and closing.
Technical Expertise: Leverage prior project engineering experience to oversee technical aspects, including equipment selection and submittal preparation. Review and approve engineering deliverables to ensure alignment with client specifications and project goals.
Client Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring expectations are clear, concerns are addressed, and satisfaction is achieved.
Team Coordination: Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, procurement, production, and quality assurance) to ensure seamless project execution and resolve technical challenges.
Risk Management: Anticipate project risks and challenges; develop and implement mitigation strategies to keep projects on track.
Budget and Resource Management: Manage project budgets, monitor financial performance, and allocate resources effectively to maximize efficiency.
Process Improvement: Identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for process standardization to improve project delivery.
Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate project documentation, provide regular updates to stakeholders, and deliver post-project analysis to capture lessons learned.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, project management, or a related field. PMP certification is a plus.
Experience:
5+ years of combined experience in project management and project engineering.
Hands-on experience as a Project Engineer, with responsibilities including equipment selection, preparing technical submittals, and collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams.
Previous exposure to manufacturing, industrial equipment, or municipal projects is highly desirable.
Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with industrial air pollution control equipment, odor control systems, or related processes is a strong advantage.
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization and with external clients.
Organization: Exceptional time management and organizational skills, with a focus on prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Problem-Solving: Proactive problem-solver with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
Technology: Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, or similar) and familiarity with ERP systems.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a team dedicated to innovation and sustainability in industrial air pollution control and odor management solutions.
Contribute to a growing company that values technical excellence, continuous improvement, and the professional growth of its employees.
Work in a supportive culture that encourages accountability, trust, and proactive problem-solving.
Competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.