Project Manager

About the role

KELLY ENGINEERED EQUIPMENT (KEE) designs and builds highly customized equipment for the tunneling and underground construction industry. We solve complex, real-world problems by delivering custom-engineered systems that perform in demanding environments. Our work is fast-paced, hands-on, and requires a high level of ownership and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the project lifecycle: from initial client contact through delivery and close-out
• Own project financials: estimate, track costs, and manage invoicing and payments
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules: ensure milestones and deliverables are met
• Cookordination cross-functional internal teams (engineering, procurement, and production)
• Oversee procurement: vendor selection, negotiation, and contracts
• Monitor progress and proactively resolve risks or delays
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, managing expectations and resolving issues
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards
• Travel to job sites as needed (~10-20%)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field)
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Strong financial acumen (budgeting, cost control, forecasting)
• Experience coordinating cross-functional technical teams
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage demanding clients and resolve conflicts

Preferred Experience

• Custom equipment or engineered-to-order manufacturing
• Tunneling, underground construction, or heavy civil projects
• Familiarity with project scheduling tools (Wrike, MS Project, or similar)
• ERP or project cost tracking systems

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Paid time off starting at 3 weeks
• Paid health insurance
• Health savings account, with company contribution
• IRA with employer match
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Parental leave