Project Manager II-ENG

Zachry Group; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry Engineering Corporation is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to lead mid-size to large engineering projects and client portfolios. You will serve as the primary client contact while directing multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions on schedule and within budget.

You will drive project profitability by managing budgets and forecasts, monitoring performance, and mitigating risks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in engineering, design, EPC, consulting, or industrial project environments.
• Demonstrated success managing mid-size to large projects and/or client portfolios.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles, budgeting, scheduling, interface and risk management.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering results in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and successful delivery of mid-size to large engineering projects and programs.
• Establish and manage project boundaries, scope, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Drive project performance to meet or exceed safety, quality, cost, and schedule expectations.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful outcomes.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering, design, procurement, and support teams.
• Serve as the primary interface between Zachry Engineering and key client stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field

Tools

PMP certification

PE license

Job description

Job Description

Zachry Engineering Corporation is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Project Manager to lead the successful execution of mid-size to large engineering projects and client portfolios. This role is ideal for a project leader who thrives at the intersection of client engagement, project delivery, team leadership, and business performance.

Zachry Engineering Corporation is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Project Manager to lead the successful execution of mid-size to large engineering projects and client portfolios. This role is ideal for a project leader who thrives at the intersection of client engagement, project delivery, team leadership, and business performance. As a Project Manager, you will serve as the primary point of contact for clients while directing multidisciplinary teams to safely deliver high-quality engineering solutions on schedule and within budget. You will play a critical role in driving project profitability, strengthening client partnerships, and supporting the continued growth of Zachry Engineering. Zachry is growing rapidly with a strong program of power generation as well as energy and chemicals industry projects. This role is a great opportunity to execute projects through various stages of their life cycle.

Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Execution

• Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and successful delivery of mid-size to large engineering projects and programs.
• Establish and manage project boundaries, scope, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Drive project performance to meet or exceed safety, quality, cost, and schedule expectations.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful outcomes.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering, design, procurement, and support teams.

Client Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary interface between Zachry Engineering and key client stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain long-term client relationships built on trust, responsiveness, and exceptional service.
• Understand client business objectives and align project execution strategies to support their goals.
• Support proposal development, estimating activities, and project pursuit strategies

Financial & Operational Performance

• Manage project budgets, forecasts, profitability, and cash flow performance.
• Monitor key performance indicators and implement corrective actions when needed.
• Ensure contractual compliance and effective management of project changes and scope.

Team Leadership

• Provide leadership, direction, and mentorship to project teams.
• Foster a culture aligned with Zachry’s core values
• Support employee development and promote effective communication across project stakeholders.

Required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in engineering, design, EPC, consulting, or industrial project environments.
• Demonstrated success managing mid-size to large projects and/or client portfolios.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles, budgeting, scheduling, interface and risk management.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering results in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• PMP certification.
• Experience serving industrial, energy, chemical, power, manufacturing, or infrastructure clients.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams.

What Success Looks Like

• Deliver projects safely, on time, within budget, and to client expectations.
• Build strong, lasting client relationships that drive repeat business.
• Lead high-performing project teams with a culture of accountability and collaboration.
• Consistently achieve project financial and operational performance targets.
• Contribute to the growth and reputation of Zachry Engineering as a trusted engineering partner.

Why Join Zachry Engineering?

At Zachry Engineering, you'll have the opportunity to lead challenging and impactful projects while working alongside industry-leading professionals. We are committed to developing our people, fostering innovation, and delivering excellence for our clients across every project we undertake.