Junior Project Manager

Job Description:

• Assist in managing scope, schedule, and budget for assigned projects, including coordination with external design sub-consultants and internal design teams
• Manage approximately $0.5M–$1.5M in annual billings
• Interpret and contribute to Basis of Design documents, design criteria documents, reports, and other technical written documents
• Maintain clear communication between clients, contractors, and senior project managers on all active projects
• Conduct quality control reviews of drawings, specifications, and narratives under the guidance of senior staff
• Identify and escalate oversights for review and correction
• Support business development, including project interviews, technical writing for proposals, and fee proposals
• Assist with contract coordination for sub-consultants and support approval and distribution processes
• Maintain project schedules and calendars with key design deadlines
• Keep project records, job site visit logs, and timelines current
• Ensure RFI and submittal response times meet or exceed company standards
• Keep records of communications and work items discussed with contractors
• Maintain documentation and records of applicable standards and codes
• Support development of and adherence to company-wide standards and processes
• Submit personal timesheets on time and help monitor team compliance
• Represent the company in marketing and networking activities, including industry events and conferences, as requested

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 5-10 years of post-degree experience working for an MEP engineering firm or an AE firm
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Registered Architect (AIA)
• Proficient in managing workflow for MEP/FP designers and engineers in the AEC industry
• Knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD
• Knowledge of applying WBS and EVM frameworks
• Familiarity with applying PMI methodologies
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and Microsoft Project
• Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Able to edit design specifications and respond to RFIs using information from project documents
• Strong work ethic; able to work independently/self-motivated and in a collaborative team setting
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Strong project management, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Strong time management with flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and duties
• High levels of confidentiality, integrity, and dependability
• U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency
• Willingness to travel up to 20% for site visits and client meetings
• Nice to have: PMI PMP certification, or actively pursuing it
• Reliable high-speed internet capable of supporting video conferencing, VPN, and cloud applications
• Secure home network appropriate for confidential company and client information
• Dedicated, quiet workspace suitable for sustained focus and professional video meetings

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability coverage
• Employer-funded HSA contributions
• Annual profit-sharing bonus tied to the company’s collective results
• Fully remote work option
• Hybrid work option for candidates residing near Melbourne, FL or Ellicott City, MD