Project Manager 2

Socket.dev; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

ESOP

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

American Engineering Testing (AET) is seeking a Project Manager 2 to coordinate and deliver projects leveraging construction practices and technical expertise. You will secure and manage work for new and existing clients, ensure on-time, on-budget delivery, and maintain strong client relationships.

The role requires strong technical knowledge, independent decision making, and effective communication with stakeholders to advance AET’s mission of delivering high-quality engineering solutions and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record; DOT if required.
• Excellent communication skills capable of presenting to large groups.
• Ability to work independently in the field and with project teams.
• Experience using Microsoft Office; ERP experience required.
• Proven ability to cultivate client relationships and resolve issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage large-scope and high-risk projects from proposal to completion.
• Effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Lead inter-office and inter-department project teams.
• Determine cost structure, adjust fee schedules, and provide estimates.
• Review, draft, and negotiate sub-consultant contracts per policy.
• Ensure project documentation and contractual requirements are met.
• Manage project financial status and monthly invoicing.
• Maintain client communication and report project risk.

Skills

Excellent communication

Independent worker

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Equivalent relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP experience

Dynamics

Job description

About Us

At American Engineering Testing (AET), we believe that people are the heart of innovation. We create an environment that values teamwork, curiosity, and continuous improvement while delivering innovative engineering and consulting solutions. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we deliver comprehensive testing, analysis, and design to reduce uncertainty in construction projects and offer rewarding work, exceptional training, and career development opportunities.

Job Summary

The Project Manager 2 plays a critical role in supporting client service delivery by coordinating and completing projects that leverage construction practices and AET’s technical expertise. This position is responsible for securing and managing work for both new and existing clients, ensuring projects are executed efficiently and meet client expectations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical knowledge, independent decision-making, and excellent client relationship skills, contributing to AET’s mission of delivering high-quality engineering solutions and fostering long-term client partnerships.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations or workable solutions may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Manage large-scope and/or high-risk projects from proposal to completion.
• Effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Lead inter-office and/or inter-department project teams.
• Determine cost structure, adjust fee schedules, and provide estimates for work.
• Review, draft, and negotiate AET sub-consultant contracts in accordance with company policy.
• Read, understand, and comply with all project contractual requirements.
• Ensure that all projects have necessary documentation completed, including written proposals, contracts, and Acknowledgement of Services, signed or documented as indicated by company policy.
• Open work orders, prepare change orders, and complete other necessary documentation in Dynamics.
• Manage project financial status including adjustments.
• Monitor project budget monthly (at a minimum) and prepare monthly invoices for review.
• Review aged accounts and work with AET accounting department to arrange payment on aged accounts.
• Maintain project file including contract, reports, invoicing, and other project documentation.
• Maintain client communication for the project, including any changes to project services or budget.
• Actively communicate project risks and concerns to stakeholders.
• Provide routine project progress updates.
• Develop and maintain business relationships.
• Actively market AET services to new and existing business contacts.
• Actively participate in professional organizations.
• Assist in the development and implementation of strategic growth plans for department.
• As applicable, provide engineering or technical expertise for assigned projects. Technical role will vary according to level of technical expertise and experience.
• Coordinate with other AET staff with the ultimate goal of increasing efficiency, productivity and communication.
• Represent AET by presenting ideas, solutions, and innovative advancements to clients, peer groups, public audiences, and regulatory agencies and in professional publications.
• Ability to anticipate, recognize, and manage risk/liability.
• Ability to be forward-thinking with respect to technologies, practices, policies, and other areas in order to promote and advance the company.
• Thorough understanding of project contracts and commitments to be satisfied by AET’s work scope.

Required Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in appropriate field or an equivalent amount of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of an applicable degree
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record. Maintain compliance with DOT driver regulations if required for position. Maintain appropriate physicals if required for position.
• Excellent communication skills including the ability to present ideas to large groups in a clear and compelling manner.
• Ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of people, work effectively within project teams, resolve issues and problems in a constructive manner, and work independently in the field.
• Experience using personal computer software, especially Microsoft Office. ERP experience required.
• Demonstrated skill in cultivating and managing client and internal relationships to foster a positive working environment, to develop strong teamwork, and to resolve issues and problems in a positive manner.

Preferred Skills

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Ability to develop and implement creative/innovative solutions to a wide range of problems.
• Willingness to travel.

Pay Transparency

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $75,000 to $95,000 per year based on skill set and experience. AET offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health benefits, insurance, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), long-term savings, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Work Environment

This job primarily operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. This position will occasionally be required to operate in a field environment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands or fingers, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Third Party Disclosure

Notice to Third Party Agencies: AET does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by AET’s Chief People Officer (CPO), AET reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.