Engineering Project Manager-Industrial, Energy & Infrastructure

Ramboll • City of Syracuse, NY

57d • $115,000 - $145,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Ramboll Energy is seeking a Project Manager, Engineering, to help lead multi-discipline engineering projects that support our clients and contribute to a more sustainable future. In this role, you will guide project teams, coordinate across engineering disciplines, manage project performance, and serve as a key point of connection between clients, technical teams, and Ramboll leadership. You will join a collaborative, open, and empowering culture where project managers are expected to lead with accountability, curiosity, sound judgment, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. The current draft identifies this role as part of Ramboll’s Energy business and connects it to Ramboll’s broader sustainable change mission. As our new Engineering Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading engineering projects through the full project lifecycle — from development and planning through execution, delivery, and closeout. You will manage the technical, commercial, and relationship aspects of assigned projects while helping teams perform at their best. This is a highly visible role for someone who can combine engineering knowledge, project management discipline, client-facing confidence, and project team leadership. You will help establish clear project expectations, coordinate multi-discipline work, manage risk, support financial performance, and maintain strong communication with clients and internal stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or a related technical field.
• 8+ years of relevant experience managing engineering, industrial, energy, manufacturing, infrastructure, or similarly complex technical projects.
• Strong understanding of project scope, budget, schedule, risk, change management, quality, and client communication.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multi-discipline engineering teams and coordinate technical work across engineering functions.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, including influencing, coaching, mentoring, conflict resolution, negotiation, and team motivation.

Nice To Haves

• Project Management Professional Certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-discipline engineering projects from planning through execution and closeout, with accountability for scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Coordinate engineering disciplines, project controls, technical leads, and support functions to maintain alignment around project objectives and deliverables.
• Serve as a trusted client-facing project leader, building strong relationships through proactive communication, responsiveness, and sound technical judgment.
• Manage project financial performance, including budgets, forecasts, change management, invoicing support, cash flow awareness, and timely escalation of project risks.
• Apply Ramboll’s project delivery model, tools, and best practices to support consistent project execution and predictable outcomes.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks, including technical, contractual, resource, and schedule-related risks.
• Lead project meetings, client communications, internal coordination sessions, and project status reporting.
• Support proposal development, project planning, scope definition, and smooth transition from pursuit to execution where needed.
• Foster a collaborative project environment where team members are engaged, informed, and empowered to deliver high-quality work.
• Resolve issues and conflicts constructively, negotiate practical solutions, and maintain team momentum through changing project conditions.
• Support client development through regular client engagement, awareness of client needs, and alignment with Ramboll’s Energy and Industry strategy.

Benefits

• Support for your personal and professional development
• Meaningful project work that supports clients and contributes to sustainable solutions.
• A collaborative culture where technical expertise, curiosity, and diverse perspectives are valued.
• Opportunities to lead complex projects and grow as a project management and business leader.
• Access to experienced colleagues, technical specialists, clients, and projects that provide continuous learning.
• Long-term thinking and stability as part of a foundation-owned company.
• Support for your professional development and career growth.
• Comprehensive benefits package that supports well-being, professional development, and work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior