MEP Project Manager

Salas O'Brien, Inc.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Wellness programs and employee assist

Job summary

Salas O’Brien is seeking a Project Manager to lead multi‑discipline engineering and design teams, manage client relationships, and coordinate project execution from start to finish. This high‑impact role offers visibility across diverse sectors and a path to expand Salas O’Brien’s client base while delivering on complex programs with integrity and teamwork.

You will oversee budgets and hours, run weekly planning meetings, and support business development through industry events.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing engineering and design projects (all phases) for clients.
• Bachelor’s Degree is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a multi‑discipline team of engineers and designers.
• Establish and maintain client relationships with open communication at all times.
• Communicate transparent details from the client to the engineering and design team.
• Organize and commence weekly internal meetings to discuss plan of action for all projects being managed.
• Coordinate site visits for preliminary investigation, site support, bid walks, etc.
• Respond to construction questions and work with contractors due to field conditions.
• Establish and monitor hours and budgets.
• Review and approve team time sheets.
• Advise Accounting Department of specific billing details and dates to ensure a seamless billing process.
• Attend marketing events or other business development opportunities for new projects or clients.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client relationship management

Communication

Team leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

About Us

At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high‑impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee‑owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high‑rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary

The Project Manager serves to solve complex engineering problems and are leaders of our design teams. Our Project Managers manage and develop client relationships while planning, coordinating, and executing projects.

This is a high‑impact role offering the opportunity to lead complex, high‑visibility projects across diverse sectors, while playing a key part in Salas O’Brien’s continued expansion. You’ll work alongside industry experts in a culture that prioritizes leadership, lasting relationships, and consistent project success.

In this role, you will:

• Manage a multi‑discipline team of engineers and designers.
• Establish and maintain client relationships with open communication at all times
• Communicate transparent details from the client to the engineering and design team
• Organize and commence weekly internal meetings to discuss plan of action for all projects being managed
• Coordinate site visits for preliminary investigation, site support, bid walks, etc.
• Respond to construction questions and work with contractors due to field conditions
• Establish and monitor hours and budgets
• Review and approve team time sheets
• Advise Accounting Department of specific billing details and dates to ensure a seamless billing process
• Attend marketing events or other business development opportunities for new projects or clients

You will be a great fit if:

• +5 years of experience managing engineering and design projects (all phases) for clients
• Bachelor’s Degree is preferred but not required

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent complex problem‑solving skills
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• An ambitious and motivated attitude.
• No fear in taking initiative and being a leader.

Travel: Limited travel is required

The expected base salary range for this role is $100,000 - $135,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

This role is eligible for performance‑based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.

Third-Party Agency Notice

Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability‑related needs of applicants as required by law.

Education

• Bachelor or better in Engineering or related field.