Project Manager, Engineering Services

Project Manager Engineering Services

Location: Maryland Heights MO
Job Type: Full-Time In Office
Compensation: We offer a competitive compensation package with an annual incentive opportunity. Compensation will be based on experience skills and qualifications.

About ECS

Were in the risk management business. With our help our clients keep their fire sprinkler systems safe. Whether its a risk to lives structures properties or everyday business we guide clients to the best answer for their safety. Corrosion is our enemy and safety is our goal.

To accomplish that goal weve come to understand why and how corrosion happens. Theres no one-size-fits-all solution because a truly cost-effective combination of devices systems and management approaches depends on your individual needs. And we never stop finding new and better ways to serve those needs.

About the Role

As a Project Manager Engineering Services youll lead ECSs corrosion assessment projects from proposal development through completion serving as a trusted partner to clients while coordinating field engineers external contractors and internal stakeholders. The team youll work with performs in-depth corrosion assessment and analysis work at customer sites and the project portfolio typically consists of many short-term engagements ranging from a few days to a few weeks. Youll play a key role in ensuring these projects are delivered safely efficiently and with an exceptional customer experience.

This role is ideal for project managers who enjoy building relationships solving problems and balancing multiple priorities in a technical customer-focused environment. Whether youre working with customers field teams or senior leadership youll have the opportunity to make a visible impact on project outcomes and help drive the continued growth of our Engineering Services business.

What Youll Do

Proposal Development and Project Scoping

• Partner with customers to understand their needs and translate requirements into well-defined project scopes and solutions.
• Lead technical project opportunities from initial customer inquiry through proposal development and delivery collaborating with commercial stakeholders as needed and helping customers define the most effective engineering solution and project approach.
• Collaborate with contractors engineers facility owners and other stakeholders to develop project approaches that align with customer objectives.
• Review construction drawings sprinkler system documentation inspection reports and other technical information to support project planning.
• Partner with commercial stakeholders to present proposals to customers leading discussions related to technical scope project execution schedules deliverables risks and resource requirements while supporting the customers evaluation and decision-making process.
• Support proposal and project conversion efforts by maintaining communication with customers regarding project status anticipated timelines and execution planning particularly within established customer programs and strategic accounts.

Project Planning and Execution

• Share responsibility for successful project delivery with Corrosion Field Engineers by leading project coordination scheduling communication and execution activities while technical team members maintain ownership of deliverable quality and technical accuracy.
• Develop and manage project schedules logistics and execution plans across multiple stakeholders and workstreams.
• Coordinate project readiness activities including site access field support requirements customer onboarding and scheduling needs.
• Monitor project performance proactively identify risks or obstacles and implement solutions to keep projects on track.
• Drive projects to successful outcomes while balancing schedule quality customer expectations and business objectives.
• Support the execution of complex customer programs and multi-site initiatives that deliver meaningful value to clients.

Resource Planning and Project Coordination

• Coordinate consulting and field engineering resources across multiple concurrent projects.
• Balance team capacity project priorities and customer commitments to support efficient project execution.
• Maintain project schedules documentation milestone tracking and status updates within project management and ERP systems.
• Communicate project health key milestones risks and priorities to leadership and stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes streamline workflows and enhance overall project delivery.

Client Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor for customers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build strong lasting relationships with customers contractors and key stakeholders through proactive communication and responsiveness.
• Guide customers through project milestones manage expectations and provide clear updates on progress and deliverables.
• Address project challenges and customer concerns with professionalism urgency and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Deliver an exceptional customer experience that reflects ECSs commitment to technical excellence and service.

Contract and Business Administration

• Support contract review and project administration activities to ensure successful project execution.
• Partner with internal teams on project documentation invoicing and administrative requirements.
• Assist with vendor agreement reviews and project-related contractual matters.
• Maintain accurate complete project records throughout the project lifecycle.

What Were Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Construction Management Engineering Business Administration or a related field.
• 5 years of project management experience within construction engineering consulting industrial services technical services or related industries.
• Proven experience managing multiple concurrent projects in a client-facing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects from planning through completion including scope scheduling resource coordination and stakeholder management.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings technical documentation and project specifications.
• Strong communication problem-solving and relationship-building skills.
• Experience collaborating with customers contractors vendors and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with project management software ERP systems and Microsoft 365.
• Ability to travel to customer sites and construction environments as needed (approximately 15% travel) including compliance with site-specific safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with fire protection fire sprinkler systems corrosion mitigation or related building systems.
• Experience within engineering consulting professional services or technical services organizations.
• Familiarity with construction contracts vendor agreements and commercial project management practices.
• PMP certification or other project management credentials.
• Experience leading process improvement initiatives or implementing project management best practices.
• Experience supporting large-scale multi-site or geographically dispersed projects.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Engineered Corrosion Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing accommodations throughout the hiring process. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability please contact our Human Resources team at to discuss your needs.