Project Manager

Wendel is a nationally recognized innovative Architecture, Engineering, Energy Efficiency, and Construction Management firm that collaborates with private and public entities to holistically approach facility and infrastructure projects. Our clients benefit from our full-service capability that allows us to tackle technically complex projects with our own in-house experts. With multiple regional offices, Wendel presents the opportunity to work on an exciting variety of projects with a collaborative team approach. If you are looking to make a real impact, to challenge the status quo, and develop and implement solutions with real results, then Wendel is the place for you!

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Project Manager with a solid foundation in project management principles and a strong aptitude in Civil or Environmental Engineering in our Williamsville, NY office. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This role demands exceptional organizational skills, the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

Project Planning and Coordination:

• Develop comprehensive project plans that include scope, goals, deliverables, required resources, budget, and timelines.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure all aspects of each project are compatible and will meet stakeholder expectations.

Execution and Monitoring:

• Lead project teams to execute projects according to plan, managing resources, budgets, and timelines effectively.
• Monitor and report on project progress, providing regular updates to senior management and stakeholders.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and changes to ensure project objectives are met.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all project-related matters.
• Facilitate regular project meetings and communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders.
• Prepare and deliver project reports, proposals, and presentations to clients and senior management.

Quality and Compliance:

• Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Adhere to relevant industry standards, regulations, and company policies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Implement and maintain quality assurance protocols to ensure the highest standards of project delivery.

Continuous Improvement:

• Evaluate project outcomes and processes, making recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in project management and civil engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of project management experience, preferably in civil engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies (e.g., PMBOK, Agile).
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheets, or similar).
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations.
• Professional certification such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management) is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with construction processes and site management is preferred but not required.

What We Offer

• Employee-focused company culture and work environment.
• Work-life balance including:
  • Hybrid work policy
  • Flexible work
• Great benefits including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision
  • 401k match
  • PTO
  • Life insurance
  • HSA and FSA options.
• Career advancement opportunities with Career and Professional Development.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Parking reimbursement.
• Wellness programs and health stipend.

Salary Range: $78,000 – $120,000

Wendel is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. Salary offered will be determined based the successful candidates’ relevant education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary offered will also take into consideration regional adjustment factors.

Hear from Our Team: We asked our employees to share what they love most about working at Wendel, and the overwhelming response was everyone loves working in an environment where the team has each other’s backs. They also liked our flexible, hybrid work policy. With nationwide project and office locations, Wendel presents the opportunity to work on an exciting variety of projects with a diverse group of clients. They said they like our respect-based and team-oriented culture, and our transparent communication philosophy.

Helping our employees reach their professional goals is important to us, and we take pride in providing a variety of professional development opportunities. We utilize an annual career development process, for every employee that ensures career mobility, growth, and company ownership potential. If you are looking to make a real impact, challenge the status quo, and achieve high-performing results, Wendel is the place for you!

Don’t meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfect with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Wendel is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a drug free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, pregnancy, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. We are a VEVRAA federal contractor and request priority referrals of all protected veterans.