Project Manager

AET is a 100% employee-owned firm that delivers comprehensive testing, analysis, and design to reduce uncertainty in construction projects. We foster an environment that values teamwork, curiosity, and continuous improvement, offering rewarding work, exceptional training, and career development opportunities.

About the role

This Project Manager position serves as an entry point into project management within the civil engineering and consulting fields. You will gain foundational experience by assisting senior project managers in planning, organizing, and executing construction materials testing projects. Under guidance, you will learn to navigate project documentation, resource allocation, and basic client communications to ensure projects are set up for success.

Responsibilities

• Assist in establishing project timelines and resource allocation to meet AET’s standards for quality and efficiency.
• Coordinate the timely collection and testing of samples and materials with field and lab teams.
• Organize and update project documentation, including tracking sample data, maintaining field logs, and compiling test result summaries.
• Provide project updates to clients and internal teams under the supervision of senior project managers.
• Monitor field safety protocols and ensure compliance with regulatory standards and AET’s safety practices.
• Assist in maintaining safety standards for fieldwork and laboratory testing.
• Support adherence to AET’s quality standards and industry regulations.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of project management experience in the construction or engineering industry.
• Basic understanding of civil engineering principles and construction practices.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of or experience with Microsoft Project Management software or Dynamics.
• Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Work Environment

• Primarily office-based with frequent field visits.
• Exposure to outdoor environments and active construction sites; adherence to safety protocols required.
• Regular use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in field settings.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to talk or hear.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Pay

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $70,000 – $85,000 annually, based on skill set and experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits and insurance.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Long-term savings options.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.