Senior Engineering Project Manager - Client & Growth

Stratus®; Fresno (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k with employer match

Paid holidays

PTO

Hybrid work model

Licensing support

Job summary

Stratus is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex engineering projects while actively pursuing business development opportunities. This client-facing role requires strong technical leadership, project oversight, and cross‑functional collaboration to deliver high‑quality results.

The ideal candidate will manage project plans, budgets, and schedules, mentor staff, and maintain relationships with clients and internal teams. A hybrid work model is supported, with travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET‑accredited university.
• 5–10 years of experience in design engineering or project management for engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of multiple engineering projects; ensure scope, schedule, budget, and quality alignment.
• Serve as primary client contact, manage expectations and relationships.
• Develop and manage project plans, including schedules, budgets, staffing, and resource allocation.
• Oversee drawings, calculations, and technical deliverables for accuracy and compliance.
• Conduct risk assessments, implement mitigation, and lead regular project meetings.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within existing and prospective client accounts; collaborate on pursuit strategies.
• Lead or support proposals, including scope definition and fee estimation.
• Represent the firm at industry events and client meetings to promote capabilities.
• Monitor and manage project financials, profitability, and timely billing/collections.
• Mentor junior staff and foster accountability and professional development.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure seamless project delivery and continuous improvement.

Skills

Client leadership

Project management

Engineering knowledge

Business development

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (ABET-accredited)

Job description

Stratus is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex engineering projects while actively pursuing business development opportunities. This client-facing role requires strong technical leadership, project oversight, and cross‑functional collaboration to deliver high‑quality results.

The ideal candidate will manage project plans, budgets, and schedules, mentor staff, and maintain relationships with clients and internal teams. A hybrid work model is supported, with travel up to 25%.