Pipeline Engineering Project Manager

Kleinfelder•Atlanta, GA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Kleinfelder is seeking a results-oriented Pipeline Engineering Project Manager to lead engineering projects for major energy and utility clients. The role focuses on technical execution, encroachment and relocation design, constructability, schedule management, high-quality deliverables, and client service. The position manages multidisciplinary engineering efforts, guides technical decisions, and delivers utility and pipeline infrastructure projects in active transportation and development corridors. Railroad permitting and agency coordination are part of project execution. This is a hybrid office role. The Project Manager oversees delivery from opportunity identification and proposal development through execution and closeout, managing client relationships, teams, subcontractors, schedules, project finances, health and safety compliance, quality, and reporting. The role requires clear communication with clients, agencies, internal teams, and other stakeholders, as well as sound technical judgment and practical problem-solving. Kleinfelder offers medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, continuing-education and training/certification expense reimbursements, and career development opportunities including an internal Mentoring Program. Following an offer, candidates must satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report, and a comprehensive background check.

Requirements

6–7 years of related pipeline or engineering consulting experience.
At least 3 years of project management experience.
Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.
Professional Engineer registration is required.
Experience leading engineering teams through planning, design, technical review, and construction support for energy and infrastructure projects.
Ability to manage geographically distributed teams, align resources, and use remote collaboration tools.
Understanding of budgeting, pricing, competitive pursuits, and construction cost considerations for consultant-led projects.
Commitment to quality assurance, risk mitigation, and peer reviews.
Ability to explain engineering concepts, project constraints, and regulatory requirements to clients, agencies, and non-technical stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

B.S. degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering is preferred; equivalent experience and education may be considered.

Responsibilities

Serve as a primary client contact, build trusted relationships, and provide responsive communication to support client satisfaction and long-term partnerships.
Manage multiple concurrent projects from opportunity identification and proposal development through execution in a fast-paced consulting environment.
Lead technical, cost, and schedule decisions across multidisciplinary teams while maintaining quality standards and client value.
Develop practical solutions to engineering challenges using sound judgment and technical expertise.
Coordinate project teams and manage subcontractors, schedules, financial tracking, health and safety compliance, and reporting.
Communicate technical concepts clearly to internal and external stakeholders.
Lead engineering teams through planning, design, technical review, and construction support for energy and infrastructure projects.
Manage geographically distributed teams, align resources, and use remote collaboration tools to meet project objectives.
Support budgeting, pricing, competitive pursuits, and consideration of construction costs for consultant-led projects.
Apply quality assurance, risk mitigation, and peer review practices, coordinating with the technical lead and business development lead to align scope, quality, client expectations, and project performance.
Coordinate railroad permitting and agency engagement as part of project execution.