Senior Engineering Project Manager

Apex Water and Process

$120K — $150K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering discipline
  • Eight years in project management, engineering, or similar technical role
  • Experience managing external customer/client relationships
  • Familiarity with contract terms, Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), General Arrangement (GA) Drawings, and Electrical Schematics
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the main contact for customer projects, managing communications and expectations
  • Lead projects from award to closeout, ensuring on-time and within budget delivery
  • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, monitoring progress actively
  • Collaborate internally to coordinate engineering, procurement, and execution activities
  • Partner with customers to define technical requirements and deliverables
  • Support engineering efforts with technical input and documentation
  • Manage project budgets and assist with equipment/component selection
  • Provide technical guidance and problem-solving throughout project execution
  • Communicate project status and risks to stakeholders and company leadership
  • Evaluate completed projects for improvement insights
  • Support adherence to safety policies

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Paid time off policy
  • Eligibility for an annual performance-based bonus
  • Flexible working environment
Full Job Description
Location
St. Michael, MN

Description

Senior Engineering Project Manager

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Engineering Project Manager is responsible for leading customer projects from initial concept and proposal development through execution and closeout. This role combines technical engineering expertise with project management accountability to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget while meeting customer and company requirements. The Senior Engineering Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for customers, coordinates cross-functional internal teams, develops project schedules and budgets, supports design and engineering deliverables, manages change orders, and provides technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle. In addition, this individual will serve as a senior-level leader within the department, mentoring and developing less experienced team members, influencing project execution standards, and providing guidance on complex technical and project-related challenges. While this role does not include direct supervisory responsibility, it is expected to lead through expertise, initiative, and cross-functional collaboration.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned customer projects, managing communications, expectations, scope, schedules, and change orders throughout the project lifecycle
  • Lead projects from award through execution and closeout, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and within approved budgets
  • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, resource assignments, and review points, and actively monitor project progression
  • Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams to coordinate engineering, procurement, controls, operations, and execution activities
  • Partner with customers and internal teams to define technical requirements and translate them into executable project and engineering deliverables
  • Support conceptual and detailed engineering efforts by providing technical input, creating or reviewing system designs, component lists, cost estimates, and required project documentation
  • Create, review, and support engineering deliverables including Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) in accordance with company standards and engineering best practices
  • Manage project budgets and support equipment and component selection to align with financial targets and company margin goals
  • Provide technical guidance and problem-solving support to team members throughout project execution
  • Coordinate vendor selection and support procurement activities, including vendor communication and parts selection
  • Communicate project status, risks, performance, and financials to customers, internal stakeholders, and company leadership at key milestones
  • Evaluate completed projects to identify lessons learned and opportunities for continuous improvement in project execution and engineering practices
  • Adhere to and support all safety policies and guidelines
  • Perform other duties as assigned


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering discipline
  • Eight (8) years of combined experience in project management, engineering, or a related technical role
  • External customer/client management experience
  • Knowledge of reading contract terms & conditions, specification language, Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P & IDs), General Arrangement (GA) Drawings and Electrical Schematics
  • Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong collaboration skills and ability to work across multiple departments to drive project completion
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software
  • Passion for customer relations and delivering high-quality solutions
  • Willingness to travel approximately 20% of the time


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • PMP certification or formal project management training
  • Experience in industrial water treatment or a related technical industry
  • Experience working with EPC firms

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $150,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. This position is also eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off.

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt

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