Senior Project Manager - Engineering & Client Growth

Stratus Team, LLC; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Hybrid work option

Job summary

Stratus Team, LLC is seeking a Sr. Project Manager in Fresno, CA to lead complex engineering projects from concept through closeout while driving business development and client relationship growth.

The role requires a broad technical background in engineering, strong leadership, and the ability to manage budgets, schedules, and quality. Travel up to 25% is expected as projects span multiple sectors.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple engineering projects, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle, managing expectations, addressing concerns, and cultivating long-term relationships.
• Develop and manage project plans, including schedules, budgets, staffing, and resource allocation, in coordination with technical and operations teams.
• Oversee the preparation and review of drawings, calculations, and technical deliverables to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance with industry and client standards.
• Conduct risk assessments, implement mitigation strategies, and lead regular project meetings to monitor progress and ensure timely resolution of challenges.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within existing and prospective client accounts, collaborating with leadership and technical teams on pursuit strategies.
• Lead or support proposal efforts, including scope definition, fee estimation, and preparation of qualifications and presentations.
• Represent the firm at industry events, client meetings, and networking opportunities to promote its capabilities and support growth initiatives.
• Monitor and manage project financials, ensuring profitability, alignment with revenue targets, and timely billing and collections.
• Mentor and support junior project managers, engineers, and technical staff, fostering a high-performance culture of accountability, learning, and professional development.
• Collaborate across departments, including engineering, marketing, finance, and operations—to ensure seamless project delivery and continuous improvement in service quality.
• Support strategic planning and market growth by sharing insights on client trends, emerging opportunities, and competitive positioning.
• Work collaboratively and effectively with clients and colleagues including cross-functional teams, peers, direct reports, and leadership, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Adapt to changing business needs and priorities, demonstrating flexibility in taking on new responsibilities and adjusting to evolving challenges.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Job description

Stratus Team, LLC is seeking a Sr. Project Manager in Fresno, CA to lead complex engineering projects from concept through closeout while driving business development and client relationship growth.

The role requires a broad technical background in engineering, strong leadership, and the ability to manage budgets, schedules, and quality. Travel up to 25% is expected as projects span multiple sectors.