Project Manager (Industrial Engineering Consulting Firm)

HTI; South Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Environment

Group health insurance

401(k) with guaranteed match

Competitive PTO

Diverse Industrial Projects

Professional Growth

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead industrial projects. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering and 10–15 years of project management experience, with a strong focus on client relations and team coordination. This position offers a flexible work environment, professional growth opportunities, and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of project management experience in industrial or process environments.
• Ability to travel 15-30% of the time, including occasional international trips.
• Experience in owner/operator settings or EPC firms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead industrial projects from concept through execution, managing scope, budget, and schedule.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and clients to ensure smooth project delivery.

Skills

Project management experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Technical knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Job description

HTI is searching for a Project Manager for a leading engineering consulting firm specializing in industrial projects, providing detailed design and construction documentation for both new facilities and retrofits. The multidisciplinary team, consisting of mechanical, civil, structural, instrumentation, and electrical engineers, works closely with clients, vendors, and contractors to deliver high-quality engineering solutions that drive industrial growth and innovation.

What We Offer

• Flexible Work Environment – Supportive team and work-life balance.
• Group health insurance (company covers employee costs, with a small contribution).
• 401(k) with a guaranteed 3% match after 1 year.
• Competitive PTO and 9 paid holidays per year.
• Diverse Industrial Projects – Work on a variety of complex industrial facility designs.
• Professional Growth – Opportunity to lead projects, mentor junior engineers, and obtain additional state licensure.

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering (or related engineering discipline).
• 10–15 years of project management experience in industrial or process environments.
• Broad technical knowledge across multiple disciplines (process, mechanical, structural, electrical).
• Experience in owner/operator settings or EPC firms preferred.
• Ability to travel 15-30% of the time, including occasional international trips.
• Strong leadership skills – decisive, direct, and comfortable managing client-facing conflict.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with a proven track record in project delivery.

What Your Role Will Look Like

• Lead industrial projects from concept through execution, managing scope, budget, and schedule.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, navigating expectations and difficult conversations.
• Make confident, informed decisions even with limited information.
• Work closely with discipline engineers and designers to solve cross-functional project issues.
• Mentor junior project managers and support leadership succession planning.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and clients to ensure smooth project delivery.

Strategic & Technical Execution

• Apply broad technical awareness to ensure constructability and practical solutions.
• Troubleshoot issues across disciplines beyond your own degree field.
• Support long-term company growth through leadership and team development.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management