Senior Project Manager - Controls Engineering

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)/Profit Sharing

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Fredericksburg, VA, seeks a Senior Project Manager – Controls to independently manage projects, ensuring successful delivery. The ideal candidate will have 6-8 years of Project Management experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Responsibilities include guiding clients in decision-making and overseeing project costs and schedules. The role offers competitive benefits including a 100% employee stock ownership plan, medical and dental coverage, tuition reimbursement, and more, fostering a positive work environment.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience as a Project Manager.
• Experience in Data Center construction and build-out desired.
• PMP certification beneficial.
• PMP certification is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage small to large-scale projects.
• Control project costs, schedules, and resources.
• Develop and manage project schedules.
• Lead and develop a high-performing project team.
• Maintain client and vendor relationships and report progress to stakeholders.
• Represent the client as needed and ensure adherence to policies.

Skills

Positive attitude

Problem-solving skills

Organized

Interpersonal skills

Time-management skills

Client communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

PMP certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Description

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering (WM) is a 100% employee‑owned ESOP and one of the largest and most well‑established engineering companies in the United States. When you join WM you become part of a company that is:

• 100% employee‑owned with 40+ years of industry history
• A Top 5 Systems Integrator Giant
• ENR Top 500 Firm

Senior Project Manager – Controls

Location: Fredericksburg, VA

This person is responsible for independently managing small to large‑scale projects for clients, ensuring successful delivery from initiation through completion. The role focuses on controlling project costs, schedules, and resources while fostering strong relationships with clients and vendors. The Project Manager guides clients in decision‑making, ensures solutions align with business needs, and delivers projects that meet or exceed expectations. This position requires proactive leadership, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages small to large-scale projects for clients independently with minimal oversight
• May be responsible for managing and supporting multiple projects at once
• Develops, manages, and controls project costs
• Develops, manages, and controls project schedules
• Manages and directs resources appropriately for the project
• Manages the end‑to‑end project lifecycle for assigned projects
• Guides the client in project decisions, ensuring the best solution for their business
• Responsible for leading and developing a high‑performing team to deliver on goals and objectives of the project
• Manages vendor and client relations to ensure that service expectations are developed and met
• Maintains regular contact with client and reports on project progress, issues, and accomplishments to both the client & Wunderlich‑Malec
• Accountable for project and/or program success
• Responsible for representing the client as an OPM as needed, managing third parties as a client representative
• Responsible for understanding, staying updated on, and abiding by the Employee Handbook as written

Qualifications/Requirements

• Consistently maintains a positive and encouraging attitude
• Forward‑looking and focused on the best resolution
• Proactively seeks and accepts new challenges
• Organized and prompt
• Servant leader focus to leadership and advocates for their people before themselves
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work and interact effectively with customers and co‑workers
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Works well in high stress environment

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree (preferably Engineering, Construction Management or related field)
• Servant leader, who loves to see others succeed and is energized being part of a team
• Exemplary communication skills
• 6‑8 years of experience as a Project Manager
• Experience in Data Center construction and build‑out desired
• PMP certification beneficial

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position may have supervisory responsibilities.

Work Conditions

• Office Work:
  • Office desk/cubicle environment
  • Extensive computer use
  • Occasional Control Panel powered checkouts in panel shops or customer site
  • Ability to lift to 25 lbs.
• Driving
• Travel to customer sites

Our People

• Empowered Individuals - Employee owned, we are able to hire the best and empower them to develop and deliver solutions
• Rewarded & Motivated - Investing in continuing education and world‑class benefits keeps our staff motivated
• Positive Attitudes - Dedicated experts are committed in the long‑run and bring a positive, can‑do attitude to your project
• Knowledgeable - Recognized industry experts reinforced with ongoing training remain knowledgeable on the latest industry trends and directions

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D
Long Term Disability
Voluntary Short Term Disability
Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Referral Bonus Program
401(k)/Profit Sharing
100% ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
Employee Assistance Program
Will Preparation Resources
Worldwide Travel Assistance

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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