Project Manager

RG Vanderweil.com; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderweil Engineers in Philadelphia, PA seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead engineering teams, drive projects from concept to close-out, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

Requirements include a BS in Engineering, 10+ years in an engineering firm with 5+ years PM, PE preferred, and strong BIM/Revit and MS Office skills; hybrid work up to 2 days remote weekly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in an engineering firm, including 5+ years of project management experience.
• Solid understanding of current industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Autodesk Software.
• Working knowledge of BIM and Revit.
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Prior project management experience at an engineering, architecture, or A/E consulting firm.
• Proven client-facing experience, with the ability to build lasting client relationships.
• Demonstrated experience leading and mentoring engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the face of Vanderweil, representing our team of experts and guiding clients through every phase of their projects.
• Own client communications, keeping stakeholders informed and aligned.
• Manage schedules and budgets across multiple concurrent projects.
• Apply technical systems knowledge to build strong relationships with outside partners and consultants.
• Oversee all aspects of project work from planning through construction, including contract management, system development, client meetings, and presentations, ensuring a continued understanding of the client’s needs.
• Develop and manage project designs from initial concept through design documents, construction documents, and close-out.
• Coordinate with all trade departments to deliver fully integrated MEP/FP designs.
• Manage quality control, deliverables, and deadlines.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of talented engineers, fostering collaboration and accountability.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Client management

Mentoring teams

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Autodesk Software

BIM

Revit

Job description

Philadelphia-Project Mgmt-General Full Time Philadelphia, PA, US

Vanderweil Engineers

Vanderweil Engineers is a nationally recognized, top-ranked engineering firm specializing in MEP/FP and technology services. For over 75 years, we've delivered innovative solutions across diverse sectors—including Science & Technology, Mission Critical, Academic, Healthcare, and Commercial. As one of the largest independently owned engineering firms in the U.S., our team of 500+ professionals operates from nine offices nationwide, bringing deep expertise and a commitment to excellence to every project.

Senior Project Manager

We are looking for a proactive, technically strong Senior Project Manager to lead our team of talented engineers. In this role, you will take ownership of projects from concept through close-out, anticipate challenges before they arise, and guide your team to deliver high-quality solutions on time and within budget. If you combine solid engineering knowledge with strong leadership and a drive to get ahead of the work, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the face of Vanderweil, representing our team of experts and guiding clients through every phase of their projects.
• Own client communications, keeping stakeholders informed and aligned.
• Manage schedules and budgets across multiple concurrent projects.
• Apply technical systems knowledge to build strong relationships with outside partners and consultants.
• Oversee all aspects of project work from planning through construction, including contract management, system development, client meetings, and presentations, ensuring a continued understanding of the client’s needs.
• Develop and manage project designs from initial concept through design documents, construction documents, and close-out.
• Coordinate with all trade departments to deliver fully integrated MEP/FP designs.
• Manage quality control, deliverables, and deadlines.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of talented engineers, fostering collaboration and accountability.

Essential Skills and Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• 10 + years of experience in an engineering firm, including 5+ years of project management experience.
• Solid understanding of current industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Autodesk Software.
• Working knowledge of BIM and Revit.
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Prior project management experience at an engineering, architecture, or A/E consulting firm.
• Proven client-facing experience, with the ability to build lasting client relationships.
• Demonstrated experience leading and mentoring engineering teams.

Our Flexible & Hybrid Work Culture

We know that work/life integration is important to our employees. Our hybrid work style (up to 2 days remote per week) allows team members to have flexibility while building their skills through in‑person exposure to industry experts.

We prioritize wellness with programs that support physical and behavioral health, and we’re proud to foster an equitable and inclusive workplace.

The total compensation that we expect to pay for this role should be within the $135-175k salary range annually, plus bonus potential, depending on years of experience, skill sets, education and certifications.