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Location: Woburn, MA (Hybrid)

Lead Complex Projects. Build Strong Client Relationships. Drive Results.

Fitzemeyer & Tocci (F&T) is seeking an experienced Engineering Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of engineering projects from kickoff through completion. In this role, you will serve as the primary point of accountability for project planning, execution, client satisfaction, schedule management, and financial performance.

As a Project Manager, you'll collaborate closely with clients, architects, engineers, and internal leadership to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and at the highest standards of quality. You'll have the opportunity to build lasting client relationships, contribute to business growth, and help shape innovative solutions for complex building systems projects.

What You'll Do

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Lead multiple projects through all phases of planning, design, construction, and closeout
• Develop project charters, schedules, budgets, and execution plans
• Monitor project performance, scope, schedule, and financial metrics
• Identify and manage project risks, changes, and out-of-scope requests
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with client expectations

Client Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, architects, owners, and project stakeholders
• Build trusted client relationships through responsiveness, communication, and technical credibility
• Maintain high levels of client satisfaction and identify opportunities for future work
• Support business development efforts and project pursuits alongside our Client Service Group

Team Coordination & Execution

• Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams and resources
• Establish internal milestones and drive accountability for deliverables
• Facilitate communication between clients, project partners, and internal teams
• Ensure technical challenges are proactively addressed before they impact project outcomes

Construction Administration & Project Support

• Support project execution during construction through coordination of RFIs, submittals, site visits, and field activities
• Partner with construction administration staff to maintain responsiveness and project momentum
• Ensure project teams provide exceptional service throughout the construction phase

Leadership & Technical Excellence

• Provide technical guidance and project leadership to engineering teams
• Promote innovative solutions that create value for clients
• Support F&T's thought leadership, industry involvement, and professional visibility initiatives

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required
• 10+ years of experience managing engineering or building systems projects
• EIT, PE, LEED, or other professional credentials preferred
• Strong understanding of building systems and project delivery processes
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, scopes, and client relationships
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to successfully manage multiple projects and competing priorities

Why F&T?

For more than 65 years, Fitzemeyer & Tocci has served as the "Owner's Engineer," providing innovative engineering and construction leadership for healthcare, academic, science & technology, and institutional clients.

We are committed to being an employer of choice by investing in our people, fostering professional growth, and creating opportunities for employees to make a meaningful impact on projects, clients, and the future of the firm.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives
• Hybrid work flexibility
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Professional development and leadership opportunities
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture
• Employee ownership opportunities
• Compensation: $110,000 - $160,000 salary; quarterly discretionary bonus

 Fitzemeyer & Tocci is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination.