Mission-Critical Project Manager – Lead Complex Projects (Hybrid)

Woolpert; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Freedom to Work program

Ownership potential (Principal program

Flexible PTO

Career development

Health, life, vision, dental insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Woolpert seeks a Project Manager for its Mission Critical Project Management team, aligned with offices in Chicago, IL, New York, NY and/or Pittsburgh, PA. The role supports full-time in-person, hybrid, or remote work arrangements and requires work authorization in the U.S.

The candidate will drive cross-functional collaboration, client relations, and critical project delivery. Applicants should have 5+ years in architectural, engineering, or construction, with strong PM fundamentals,

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in project management fundamentals and ability to facilitate technical discussions when needed.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to negotiate, influence and manage risk.
• Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders across multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the cross-functional project team and client relationships.
• Assist with deliverables including fee plans, work plans, risk mitigation plans, and contracts.
• Identify plan vs. actual variances and resolve issues impacting project objectives.
• Support scope and budget/pricing development for proposals and dynamic planning.
• Negotiate project schedule, fee, scope and contract terms for complex projects.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Risk Management

Education

Licensed Architect or Licensed Engineer

PMP Certification (preferred)

Job description

Woolpert seeks a Project Manager for its Mission Critical Project Management team, aligned with offices in Chicago, IL, New York, NY and/or Pittsburgh, PA. The role supports full-time in-person, hybrid, or remote work arrangements and requires work authorization in the U.S.

The candidate will drive cross-functional collaboration, client relations, and critical project delivery. Applicants should have 5+ years in architectural, engineering, or construction, with strong PM fundamentals,