Project Manager - Facades Engineering

KCI Technologies; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned

Training & mentoring

Job summary

KCI Technologies is seeking a Facades Engineering Project Manager to lead a growing building envelope and structures team in delivering complex façade solutions. You balance technical rigor with clear communication, guiding projects from concept through construction.

You will coordinate multidisciplinary design work, mentor junior staff, and contribute to proposals and client relationships in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering.
• 7+ years of façade engineering or building envelope experience preferred.
• Experience managing projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage façade engineering projects from concept design through construction administration.
• Coordinate and oversee the design and analysis of façade systems, including curtain wall, window wall, cladding, glazing, waterproofing, and enclosure assemblies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, architects, contractors, and internal project teams.
• Lead project planning, including scope development, schedules, budgets, and resource coordination.
• Review shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and field observations to support constructability and performance requirements.
• Collaborate with architects, structural engineers, and building science professionals to resolve design and field issues.
• Support construction administration activities, including site visits, issue resolution, and reporting.
• Mentor and support junior engineers and designers as part of project teams.
• Contribute to proposals, fee development, and business development efforts as needed.

Skills

Facade engineering

Project management

Client coordination

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering

Job description

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we're building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

KCI Technologies is seeking a Facades Engineering Project Manager to join our growing building envelope and structures team. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys managing technically complex façade systems, collaborating across disciplines, and serving as a trusted partner to clients from concept through construction.

As a Project Manager, you'll be responsible for the successful delivery of façade engineering projects, balancing technical rigor with clear communication and strong project controls.

• Manage façade engineering projects from concept design through construction administration
• Coordinate and oversee the design and analysis of façade systems, including curtain wall, window wall, cladding, glazing, waterproofing, and enclosure assemblies
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, architects, contractors, and internal project teams
• Lead project planning, including scope development, schedules, budgets, and resource coordination
• Review shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and field observations to support constructability and performance requirements
• Collaborate closely with architects, structural engineers, and building science professionals to resolve design and field issues
• Support construction administration activities, including site visits, issue resolution, and reporting
• Mentor and support junior engineers and designers as part of project teams
• Contribute to proposals, fee development, and business development efforts as needed

Specialized Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in façade engineering, building envelope consulting, or related design/construction roles is preferred
• Experience managing projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams