Industrial Project Manager – Client-Focused Delivery

Gray Matter Systems Llc; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid short-term disability

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and time off

Parental leave and additional benefits

Job summary

GrayMatter is seeking a Project Manager to lead and manage complex, client-facing projects from planning through delivery, ensuring exceptional client satisfaction and successful execution within scope, schedule, and budget. This role serves as the primary client contact and supports team performance and business growth.

The position is located onsite in Omaha, NE with 20%–30% travel, including potential overnight trips.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of project management experience, preferably in a client-facing environment.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects with competing priorities.
• Strong project management expertise (scope, schedule, financial control).
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and client relationship skills.
• Financial acumen and negotiation capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and project scheduling tools.
• Experience in industrial automation environments preferred.
• PMP certification or similar is a plus.
• Familiarity with SCADA, HMI, PLC, MES, and related industrial software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of assigned projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and within scope
• Serve as the main client liaison and primary point of contact for all project communications
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, addressing concerns and managing expectations
• Manage project scope, schedules, resources, financials, and change orders
• Ensure projects meet or exceed Quoted Gross Margin (QGM) targets
• Schedule and manage project resources up to 20 weeks in advance
• Prepare and maintain project documentation (budgets, schedules, reports, meeting notes)
• Identify, mitigate, and manage project risks, issues, and escalation paths
• Collaborate with technical teams to define tasks and execution strategies
• Oversee subcontractors and third-party resources as needed
• Ensure contractual obligations and documentation are met throughout the project lifecycle
• Support sales efforts by identifying upsell opportunities and participating in client engagements
• Drive operational improvements, cost savings, and process efficiencies
• Represent GrayMatter at client meetings, networking events, and industry functions as needed
• This role is located onsite in Omaha, NE with requested 20% - 30% travel including potential overnight travel

Skills

Project management experience

Client communication

Interpersonal skills

Financial acumen

PM methodology

Industrial automation familiarity

SCADA/HMI/PLC/MES familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

PMP certification or similar (a plus)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Project scheduling tools

Job description

GrayMatter is seeking a Project Manager to lead and manage complex, client-facing projects from planning through delivery, ensuring exceptional client satisfaction and successful execution within scope, schedule, and budget. This role serves as the primary client contact and supports team performance and business growth.

The position is located onsite in Omaha, NE with 20%–30% travel, including potential overnight trips.