Project Director

Barry-Wehmiller; York (York County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Project Director, where you will lead significant engineering projects and collaborate with industry experts. This role emphasizes client relationships and delivering exceptional results across various sectors, including industrial and biotechnology. With a culture of mutual respect and integrity, you'll have the opportunity to grow as a world-class engineer and leader, supported by professional development resources. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this position offers a rewarding path in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Flexible career path

Professional development resources

Mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• 15+ years of project management experience in capital projects.
• Mastery of project management tools and Client Trust initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex engineering projects ensuring successful delivery.
• Build and maintain client relationships while driving business development.

Skills

Project Management

Engineering Practices

Client Relationship Management

Conflict Resolution

Budgeting

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

About Us:

BW Design Group is a fully integrated architecture, engineering, construction, system integration, and consulting firm dedicated to helping clients achieve their critical goals from Strategy to Commercialization. As the only firm born from a manufacturing technology company to become independent and fully integrated, we combine deep domain expertise in manufacturing with a client-focused approach. Our culture of Truly Human Leadership fosters the development of future leaders and partners with clients in the food & beverage, life sciences, industrial, and advanced technology sectors to shape the future of manufacturing and technology.

Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting, and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has grown into a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members committed to using business to build a better world.

Job Description:

Who You’ll Work With

You will join one of our 45 US offices, be part of a team of over 1500 professionals, and work directly with clients on impactful projects. You will be welcomed into a growing business environment that values your contributions and supports your growth as a professional. As a Project Director in our Design Group, you will collaborate with industry experts to deliver high-quality solutions to leading companies worldwide.

What You’ll Do

You will lead significant and challenging projects, including large Engineering Only, EPCm, or Program of Projects, in a client-facing role. Your extensive experience in engineering and construction practices will be vital in meeting aggressive timelines and delivering exceptional results across sectors such as Industrial, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, advanced technology, and food & beverage.

• Lead projects using established Client Trust project management practices
• Ensure the safe, successful delivery of complex projects within scope, schedule, and budget
• Build and maintain client relationships, driving business development
• Provide expertise in project design, operations, engineering, construction, and execution
• Support proposal development and project initiation from concept through start-up
• Oversee the engineering team in preparing plans, specifications, and contract documents
• Collaborate with clients, engineers, architects, and other professionals
• Facilitate site, building, and infrastructure design and construction, solving execution challenges proactively
• Manage client communications, expectations, timelines, budgets, scope, and risks
• Coordinate with authorities and ensure compliance with local requirements
• Interface with construction and site managers to resolve design and constructability issues; support value engineering
• Prepare proposals and participate in sales presentations
• Make impactful contributions daily, strengthening client and team relationships

What You’ll Bring

• At least 15 years of project management and engineering experience with capital projects, including design, specifications, cost estimation, budgeting, change management, permits, and construction administration
• Understanding of all Design Group services and the interdependency of design and construction leadership
• Proven success in delivering large or complex projects or programs
• Ability to perform well under pressure, demonstrating confidence and proactive problem-solving
• Mastery of project management tools and a champion of Client Trust initiatives
• Knowledge of engineering and construction practices
• Recognition by clients and leaders for handling challenging projects
• Skilled in conflict resolution, negotiation, and maintaining positive relationships
• Experience overseeing design projects involving buildings, utilities, process systems, or automation
• Broad engineering discipline knowledge
• Experience in an A/E/C design firm environment
• Excellent presentation, client interaction, and team management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Project
• Willingness to travel for project needs, including installation, start-up, meetings, and industry events
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction, or a related technical field (preferred)

Our culture emphasizes mutual respect, integrity, and collective success. We offer a rewarding, flexible career path supported by professional development resources, mentorship, and growth opportunities. Join us to develop as a world-class engineer and leader.

If you're on the path to becoming a Project Director but not quite there yet, we’d love to connect and support your growth into this role.

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We value diverse experiences and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are available during the interview process.

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. This organization uses E-Verify. Applicants may undergo pre-employment screening, including drug tests, reference checks, background checks, and skills assessments.

Company:

Design Group

About the company

Barry-Wehmiller Companies is a global supplier of manufacturing technology and services based in St.