Project Manager - Engineering

At Excel Engineering, we are the power behind our clients’ processes.

We are a full-service engineering consulting firm specializing in electrical engineering, industrial automation, and power systems. For over 30 years, we’ve partnered with leading companies across industries to deliver solutions that improve safety, efficiency, and performance.

Our work spans sectors including life sciences, consumer goods, chemical, oil & gas, and utilities, giving our team the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact projects.

What sets us apart is our approach, we build long-term partnerships by understanding our clients’ operations and acting as an extension of their team. If you’re looking to grow your skills, take on meaningful challenges, and make a real impact, Excel Engineering offers the opportunity to do just that.

Role Overview

• Translate client requirements into actionable scopes of work, coordinating with engineering/operations team to ensure delivery.
• Oversee and coordinate internal resource and contractor performance, change orders, and field engineering resources.
• Manage project budgets effectively by participating in development of project estimates, establishing project budget baselines, tracking costs & changes and effectively communicating budget with the project team
• Develop and maintain project execution plans, resource forecasts, and progress tracking/reporting.
• Work collaboratively with individuals at all organizational levels in a team environment.?
• Lead risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to ensure project continuity and safety.
• Ensure compliance with industry codes, standards, and client specifications throughout all project phases.
• Lead stakeholder meetings and present project status updates to internal and external audiences.
• Apply Lean or Agile principles to streamline workflows and improve project delivery.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships by understanding business drivers, anticipating needs, and delivering value-added solutions.
• Facilitate client meetings, progress reviews, and post-project debriefs to ensure alignment and continuous improvement.
• Monitor client feedback and implement corrective actions to enhance service quality and responsiveness.
• Work within Client project platforms as needed for document transmittal, Request for Information (RFI) communication, progress reporting, or other project communication tasks
• Manage subcontracted services as needed
• Support contract negotiations, renewals, and change orders in collaboration with business development and legal teams.
• Identify opportunities for account growth and cross-selling of engineering services, contributing to revenue expansion.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions, project milestones, and commercial terms using CRM and project management tools.