235 Project Management jobs in Huntsville

HUNTSVILLE, AL, BIRMINGHAM, AL (POSSIBLY CONSIDER MONTGOMERY OR THE AUBURN/OPELIKA AREA), OR NASHVILLE, MURFREESBORO, OR CHATTANOOGA, TN

Neel-Schaffer is not just a place to work, it is a promise of a living, dynamic environment where people collaborate, innovate, build enduring relationships, excel, and grow professionally in a strong culture of ownership.

Do you have the desire to learn and the drive to excel and thrive in an engaged, client focused environment? If so, Neel-Schaffer might have just the opportunity you are seeking.

Neel-Schaffer has an opening for a Senior Project Manager – Water/Wastewater to join our growing engineering firm. This position has multiple options in Alabama and Tennessee for your home base. In Alabama, the options are our Huntsville Office or our Birmingham (AL) Office. We are also open to the candidate being located within the Montgomery or Auburn/Opelika areas, with an understanding that travel to Birmingham, Huntsville and other markets will be required. In Tennessee, we have offices in Nashville, Murfreesboro, and Chattanooga.

The successful candidate will be highly motivated, seeking career growth, and have solid communication and problem-solving skills in a collaborative team environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience in water modeling and treatment, along with wastewater treatment. Additionally, the Senior Project Manager – Water/Wastewater will have experience with water main, gravity sewer system, booster station, and sewer lift station design.

Neel-Schaffer is an Engineering News-Record Top 200 engineering design, planning and construction management firm. We are employee owned and offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits that include health insurance and a matching 401(k) savings plan.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Alabama or Tennessee or the ability to obtain within 6 to 12 months, preferred.
• 10 years of experience with technical work and project management in the field of Water/Wastewater or Environmental Engineering.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to plan and conceptualize.
• The ability to produce technical reports and memorandums that are clear, concise, and accurate.
• The ability to communicate effectively during day-to-day interactions with teaming partners, colleagues, and clients.
• Experience with hydraulic computer models such as EPANET, Bentley WaterCAD or Autodesk InfoWater, preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Equal Opportunity Employer

About Kowboy Fence

Kowboy Fence Company is a trusted, family-owned business with multiple locations in Nashville, Jackson, Knoxville, Huntsville and expanding into Louisville! We specialize in providing top quality residential and commercial fencing solutions.

We take pride in delivering exceptional craftsmanship and personalized service for every client.

Overview

The Construction Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations on job sites, coordinating with field crews, managing subcontractors, and serving as the primary point of contact for customers. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to keep projects on schedule, on budget, and aligned with client expectations. This is a full-time on-site role for a Project Manager located in Knoxville, TN

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise construction crews on active job sites
• Coordinate with subcontractors and vendors to ensure timely delivery of services and materials
• Serve as the main liaison between the company and clients throughout the project lifecycle
• Schedule and conduct site meetings, walkthroughs, and inspections when needed
• Address and resolve issues quickly, maintaining smooth operations on-site
• Track project progress, update schedules, and manage change orders
• Ensure job sites follow all safety protocols and local regulations
• Maintain detailed documentation of work performed and client communications
• Deliver excellent customer service by proactively managing expectations

Qualifications

• Experience managing budgets, timelines, and job sites
• Strong decision-making skills
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Experience in the construction industry is a plus
• Bachelor's degree a plus

Our Culture

At Kowboy Fence Company, we believe in fostering a supportive, team-oriented work environment that encourages growth. Our culture is built on the values of respect, hard work, accountability and FUN. We treat our employees like family, empowering them to take ownership of their roles and offering opportunities for personal development.

We pride ourselves on open and transparent communication, where everyone's ideas and contributions are valued. We encourage a positive, can-do attitude and support each other in reaching our collective goals.

At Kowboy Fence Company, we don't just build fences we build long lasting relationships with our clients and employees.

POSITION PURPOSE:

A Project Manager (PM) is an experienced licensed engineer who can define a project, develop a set of tasks to accomplish the project, coordinate and monitor the work required, and deliver a final product on time and within prescribed budget. The PM is responsible for the quality of work performed, managing project scope, client service, client maintenance, utilization of staff, reputation of the office, contract management, billing collection and project profitability.

The PM prepares project proposals for review by an Associate or Principal and may participate in presenting the proposal to the client. The PM participates in selecting the internal and external project team; determines major project design decisions in conjunction with the client and project team; assigns duties to project team, answers questions; monitors their progress; and checks accuracy of completed work. Additionally, the PM maintains a close relationship with the client throughout development of the project. They approve all changes to contract documents after completion of the design phase. They may be required to help collect fees from client and maintain client contact after the project is completed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The responsibilities of an Assistant Project Manager in addition to the following:
• Coordinate with client and project stakeholders to prepare scopes of services and fee proposals for projects for review and approval by a Principal, Associate Principal or Associate.
• Provide the scheduling, budgeting, design scope, quality control and supervision of Project Engineers, Design Engineers and Engineering Technicians during the planning, design and construction of typical engineering projects.
• Review the scope of services and desired deliverables for each project and develop a task list and schedule to review with the project team prior to starting work. Work with the client to obtain payment for work identified as work requests outside of contracted scope of services. Review invoices and send to Accounting. Spot check Client Status Reports for content, accuracy, grammar and spelling.
• Prepare written work requests and requests for proposals for all information needed by subconsultants on each project. Work with subconsultants to determine the correct amount of information necessary to perform the specific engineering task.
• Manage the schedule and flow of information among the design team and subconsultants. Review the information received from the subconsultants to determine if all needed information has been obtained and for accuracy. Check all calculations where possible.
• Coordinate or direct the coordination of the research of county records and other public sources as to obtain necessary project data for design purposes. Review and approve preliminary design drawings as submitted by the Design/Project Engineer prior to allowing the beginning of detailed project design. Review and approve design development by the Design/Project Engineer prior to allowing the beginning of detailed project design. Identify potential design problems as early as possible and coordinate solutions with the design team. Review all necessary applications and check lists for project submittals. Attend and run project meetings with clients and local approving agencies. Assist in the coordination and expedition of the review and approval process with jurisdictions having approval authority over project. Maintain regular contact with clients to ensure client satisfaction.
• Review the final design drawings submitted by Design/Project Engineer for completeness and accuracy prior to review by superiors and QC authority. Backcheck comments and provide final review prior to submittal. Use corporate programs and check sheets set up for quality control on each project. Respond to construction-related problems as quickly as possible. Coordinate with corporate management as needed.
• Mentor and provide direct hands-on assistance when teaching new design elements, oral and writing skills to employees under supervision. Assist in review of time sheets of the employees under supervision. Review current schedule and status of the budget for each project on a weekly basis with Design/Project Engineer, using scheduling and project management tools provided by management. Prepare weekly schedule for Design Engineers and Engineering Technicians. Review weekly schedule by Project Engineers.
• Provide an accurate accounting of time with descriptions for each time entry on a weekly basis. Track key performance elements of the Project Manager position and report to Supervisor. Review key performance elements for supervised employees and report to Supervisor. Be innovative and develop new ways to work smarter and improve efficiency.
• Provide a steady pipeline of opportunities through business development with external community members.
• Participate in various community events to bring brand awareness and business development opportunities.
• Assist in the recruitment and retention of various engineering roles.
• Work alongside functional departments to fulfill corporate needs.
• Perform other duties assigned by a Principal or Associate.
• May be required to travel periodically to project meetings and construction sites. Typically, day trips or overnight trips, however occasionally longer trips are necessary.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Participate in client maintenance and develop new client relationships. Participate in marketing and business development activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Minimum 4 years’ experience; 5 years’ experience preferred
• Licensed to practice Civil Engineering, and ability to obtain licensing in additional states.
• Experience and success preparing design calculations and design documents (plans and specifications)

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to delegate tasks to others
• Ability to design all components of a project
• Ability to manage projects from inception to completion
• Aptitude to lead others in design of a project and ensure project completeness
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage use of time both personally and other team members
• Ability to prepare calculations and reports that clearly express project requirements
• Proficient with civil design software including AutoCAD, Civil3D and stormwater design programs (Has the ability to verify others work within the appropriate design software)
• Proficient using spreadsheets, word processing, and standard office software
• Excellent planning and organization skills required for our fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal communications and technical writing skills
• Proven ability to communicate with internal and external project team members, various stakeholders including clients, jurisdictional and utility authorities, and members of the community.
• Listening and following directions
• Self-motivated and process driven
• Critical thinking
• Communicates well
• Can Do Attitude
• Ability to adapt to changes
• Proficient knowledge of engineering design principles and methods
• Proficient knowledge of construction and constructability practices and principles

Special Requirements: Meet the ethical obligations associated with Professional Engineering licensure

Landscape Workshop is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex landscape construction projects and oversee production teams at our growing Huntsville branch . This is a key leadership role responsible for delivering exceptional service, driving efficiency, and mentoring up-and-coming team members. You'll play a vital part in managing client relationships, hitting quality benchmarks, and ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Oversee large-scale landscape installation projects and multiple crews
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and quality control
• Build strong relationships with clients, vendors, and internal teams
• Mentor and support Project Managers, Foremen, and field staff
• Estimate and bid complex construction projects
• Drive improvements in field efficiency, safety, and customer satisfaction
• Collaborate with branch leadership to support growth and operations

Qualifications

• 5+ years of landscape construction or related project management experience
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Experience estimating and managing multi-phase projects
• Clear, confident communicator with excellent client service skills
• Working knowledge of landscape equipment, materials, and installation techniques
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record
• Degree or certifications in horticulture, construction, or related fields preferred

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