Project Manager (Philadelphia, Full-Time)

McKnight International; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off (PTO)

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

McKnight International in Philadelphia is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead various infrastructure projects including transportation and aviation. The ideal candidate will ensure project delivery on time, within budget while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include managing all phases of project delivery, client relationships, and compiling project reports. Applicants should have significant experience in project management with a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Attractive benefits such as competitive salary, health insurance, and professional development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of project management experience in relevant fields.
• Experience managing project schedules, budgets, risks, and stakeholder communications.
• Must possess strong understanding of construction management principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects through all phases of delivery ensuring adherence to schedule, budget, and quality.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and track milestone achievements.
• Coordinate personnel, consultants, contractors, and resources effectively.

Skills

Project management expertise

Transport and aviation experience

Leadership skills

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Project documentation and reporting systems

Schedule Management Tools

Job description

Project Manager (Philadelphia, Full-Time)

Philadelphia, United States | Posted on 06/12/2026

McKnight International is a leading project controls and technology implementation company known for its commitment to delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget. We take pride in our dedication to safety, quality, and excellence in the construction industry. As we continue to grow, we seek skilled individuals to join our team and contribute to the success of our projects.

Job Description

Project Manager (Philadelphia, Full-Time)

Location: Greater Philadelphia Region

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Arrangement: Fully On-Site (Must be able to reliably commute to assigned project locations throughout the Greater Philadelphia Region.)

Our Company: At McKnight International, we specialize in providing innovative project controls and infrastructure technology consulting services to architects, engineers, and construction firms. Our work spans aviation, transportation, capital improvement programs, civil infrastructure, commercial development, and infrastructure technology initiatives. We focus on integrating qualified personnel and effective systems to deliver precision, visibility, and successful project outcomes. Our organization is committed to fostering innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence while supporting complex infrastructure and consulting environments.

The role: McKnight International is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the planning, execution, and delivery of infrastructure, transportation, aviation, capital improvement, engineering, construction, and technology-related projects throughout the Greater Philadelphia Region.

This role is responsible for managing projects through all phases of delivery while ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety requirements. The Project Manager will work closely with clients, consultants, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams to successfully deliver complex infrastructure and capital improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate combines strong project management expertise with transportation, aviation, engineering, construction, infrastructure, or consulting experience and possesses the leadership skills necessary to manage multiple stakeholders and project priorities in a dynamic environment.

The individual hired will represent McKnight International while supporting project delivery, client relationships, and operational excellence across a variety of infrastructure and consulting programs.

Requirements

Leadership Scope

• Lead projects through planning, design, implementation, construction, and closeout phases
• Provide direction and coordination across multidisciplinary project teams
• Facilitate project meetings, progress reviews, and stakeholder communications
• Support project reporting and client relationship management
• Promote accountability, collaboration, and project success
• Assist with project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource management
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders
• Operate within a fast-paced environment where quality, schedule, and budget performance are critical

Essential Job Functions

Project Planning & Delivery

• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and execution strategies
• Develop and maintain project schedules, work plans, and milestone tracking
• Coordinate planning efforts among project stakeholders and project teams
• Manage project activities from initiation through completion
• Monitor project performance and support achievement of project objectives

Budget & Cost Management

• Develop and manage project budgets
• Monitor expenditures and forecast project costs
• Identify budget variances and implement corrective actions as needed
• Support cost control and financial reporting efforts

Resource & Team Management

• Coordinate personnel, consultants, contractors, and project resources
• Ensure resources are effectively allocated to meet project objectives
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams while promoting collaboration and accountability

Risk & Quality Management

• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Monitor project issues and implement practical solutions
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and client expectations
• Support quality assurance and quality control activities throughout project execution

Stakeholder Communication

• Serve as a primary point of contact for project stakeholders
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients, consultants, contractors, and project teams
• Provide project status updates, reports, and presentations

Contract Administration & Compliance

• Assist with contract administration and consultant coordination activities
• Monitor compliance with contractual obligations and project requirements
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Support adherence to safety and environmental requirements

Schedule Management

• Monitor project schedules and milestone achievement
• Identify schedule impacts and coordinate recovery strategies when necessary
• Support schedule development, maintenance, and reporting activities
• Lead and motivate multidisciplinary project teams
• Foster a collaborative and professional work environment
• Support team development and project performance

Problem Solving & Decision Support

• Address project-related challenges and implement practical solutions
• Support project decision-making processes that maintain progress and project objectives

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management, Business Management, or a related field
• Minimum ten (10) years of project management experience supporting transportation, aviation, engineering, construction, capital improvement, infrastructure, or related consulting projects
• Demonstrated experience managing capital improvement and infrastructure projects
• Experience managing project schedules, budgets, risks, and stakeholder communications
• Knowledge of multiple project delivery methods
• Strong understanding of construction management principles and industry best practices
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams, consultants, contractors, and client organizations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of applicable construction, safety, and regulatory requirements
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and successfully pass all required background clearances

Required Certifications

• Professional Engineer (PE)

Nice-to-Have Experience

• Transportation and transit project experience
• Engineering consulting experience
• Additional aviation, transportation, engineering, or infrastructure-related certifications
• Schedule Management and Reporting Tools
• Project Documentation and Reporting Systems
• Project Controls and Performance Reporting Platforms

Physical, Schedule & Eligibility Requirements

• Ability to travel between project and client locations as required
• Additional hours may be required based on project demands and client requirements
• Ability to navigate active construction and operational environments
• Ability to wear required PPE, including hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety footwear
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and able to pass all required background clearances

Annual base salary range: $140,000 – $170,000.

Compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, certifications, and relevant project management experience.

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with employer matching contribution
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative and team‑oriented work environment

McKnight International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran disability or genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law in employment.