Project Manager 1

About the role

GAI Consultants Inc is seeking a Project Manager to join our Transmission and Distribution division in our Homestead, PA office. This is a fully remote position.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering projects from initial scope development through final delivery, managing project objectives, schedules, budgets, resources, and client expectations.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and execution plans to ensure projects are delivered on time and within approved funding.
• Coordinate cross-functional engineering teams, contractors, clients, and stakeholders to resolve technical issues, manage priorities, and maintain project momentum.
• Identify and manage project risks, scope changes, resource constraints, and potential schedule impacts while implementing effective mitigation strategies.
• Serve as the primary client point of contact, providing regular project updates, facilitating decision‑making, and building strong long‑term client relationships.
• Deliver scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety, and profitability of all projects managed.
• Plan and manage small to medium value projects, with a single or dual discipline focus and a low to medium risk profile.
• Manage a small number of projects (typically 3 to 5) with up to $500k per year of total billings and a maximum individual project size of $150k.
• Under the direction of a PM Coach, work with Project Controls staff to analyze project performance data on an ongoing basis and develop recovery plans as needed.
• Serve as client contact for projects managed with support from PM Coach.
• Develop and maintain successful client relationships on existing projects.
• Work closely with PM Coach and/or more experienced PMs to coordinate and develop the proposed scope, schedule, and fee for the entire project.
• Support senior management in contract negotiations with clients.
• Assemble and lead the project team and the scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety, and profit for the entire project.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of total engineering or technical experience, with at least 2 of those years serving as a Task or Project Manager leading and directing projects or tasks, preferably with an engineering consulting organization or similar professional services firm.
• Demonstrated track record of external customer engagements and building and maintaining successful client relationships.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering or applicable technical discipline as required.
• Advanced technical degree preferred.
• Relevant professional licensure or certification in applicable technical discipline as required (PE, PLS, PG, RLA, etc.).
• Driver’s License required.

Skills

• Mathematical skills commensurate with the technical or engineering discipline practiced (e.g., engineering calculations, design, etc.).
• Working knowledge of fundamental project management financial concepts, including developing pricing, cost budget monitoring, calculating profit, etc.
• In‑depth understanding of software needed to perform duties, including MS Office Suite, CAD programs, document management systems, database software, HR Systems, internet software, and reporting tools related to databases.
• Experience with Deltek for Professional Services as a Project Management / ERP Platform, including Client Relationship Management applications is preferred.
• Ability to travel to GAI and client office locations as needed (estimated up to 25% travel).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate with and garner support from key stakeholders and staff.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical reports and procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports and other business correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay & Recognition – market based, competitive compensation; performance driven recognition and development bonuses.
• Comprehensive Health & Wellness – medical, dental, and vision plans; company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability; company‑paid life insurance; Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources.
• Meaningful Work‑Life Balance – generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays; an additional floating holiday; paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Growth, Learning & Financial Security – 401(k) with company match; tuition reimbursement; support and rewards for professional development and certifications.