Project Manager

| GrayMatter |; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with up to 4% company match

Paid holidays and parental leave

Job summary

GrayMatter is seeking a Project Manager to lead and manage complex client-facing projects in Omaha, NE. You will be responsible for ensuring exceptional client satisfaction and effective project execution within the defined scope, schedule, and budget.

This role also involves significant travel (20% - 30%) and interaction with clients to build strong relationships and oversee project documentation and resources efficiently.

Join GrayMatter's team of talent as we transform industrial operations together.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of project management experience in a client-facing environment.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects with competing priorities.
• Experience in industrial automation environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of assigned projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
• Serve as the main client liaison and primary point of contact.
• Identify, mitigate, and manage project risks and issues.

Skills

Project management expertise

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Financial acumen

Negotiation capabilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Project scheduling tools

Job description

At GrayMatter, we transform operations and empower people. Our consulting, implementation, and technology curation services help industrial companies modernize their production environments and support operators working on the plant floor. Clients collaborate with GrayMatter to achieve their manufacturing efficiency goals, create intuitive data visualizations, reduce cybersecurity threats, and guide successful digital transformation initiatives.

And that’s where you come in.

GrayMatter is dedicated to creating a team of unmatched talent in industrial technology. Our organizational culture encourages opportunities to learn and collaborate. Five core values woven into our DNA make Team GrayMatter stand above the rest: Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork.

We are seeking a Project Manager to Lead and manage complex, client-facing projects from planning through delivery, ensuring exceptional client satisfaction, strong relationship management, and successful execution within scope, schedule, and budget. This role serves as the primary point of contact for clients and plays a critical role in delivering high-quality outcomes while supporting team performance and business growth.

This role is located onsite in Omaha, NE with requested 20% - 30% travel including potential overnight travel.

General Job Duties

• 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

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Needed

• 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

Featured Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning day one of employment
• Employer-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Paid holidays, paid time off, paid sick leave, and paid parental leave
• Additional benefits available such as long-term disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, EAP, telemedicine, HSA, and FSA