Senior Project Manager – Architecture & Engineering (A&E) - Logistics

Progressive Companies•Durham, NC

22h

About The Position

As a Senior Project Manager on our Logistics team, you will lead multiple small to mid-sized design projects while supporting complex, high-volume programs for a global e-commerce client. You will manage scope, schedule, and budget from proposal through execution, serving as a trusted client liaison throughout the project lifecycle. You will have the opportunity to drive team collaboration and client success on fast-paced initiatives that shape the physical network of one of the world’s largest logistics operations. Deliver Results Manage multiple small to mid-sized projects and support complex, high-volume programs, ensuring scope, budget, and schedule alignment. Serve as the primary liaison to our confidential e-commerce client, fostering long-term trust through proactive communication and consistent delivery. Coordinate in-house and consultant team resources, facilitating effective integration across all disciplines. Lead project startup processes, including work plan development, budget setup, and project kickoff meetings. Develop detailed proposals and schedules, with clear definition of scope and deliverables aligned to internal and external expectations. Track and manage budgets, technical schedules, and QA/QC milestones across the full project lifecycle. Identify and mitigate risk proactively to ensure on-time delivery and minimize rework. Mentor junior staff in project management best practices, team communication, and client coordination.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Architecture, Engineering, Interiors, or Landscape Architecture. A Master’s degree is a plus.
10 or more years of experience managing design projects in a professional A/E environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Project, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams.
Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills with demonstrated success managing cross-functional teams.
Ability to build and maintain positive client relationships in high-stakes, high-volume environments.
Proven ability to manage risk, resolve conflicts, and drive technical excellence across interdisciplinary teams.

Nice To Haves

Professional licensure or registration in your discipline preferred.
PMP or other formal PM certification (PSMJ, PMI) preferred.
Experience with Deltek Vision and project planning tools preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage multiple small to mid-sized projects and support complex, high-volume programs, ensuring scope, budget, and schedule alignment.
Serve as the primary liaison to our confidential e-commerce client, fostering long-term trust through proactive communication and consistent delivery.
Coordinate in-house and consultant team resources, facilitating effective integration across all disciplines.
Lead project startup processes, including work plan development, budget setup, and project kickoff meetings.
Develop detailed proposals and schedules, with clear definition of scope and deliverables aligned to internal and external expectations.
Track and manage budgets, technical schedules, and QA/QC milestones across the full project lifecycle.
Identify and mitigate risk proactively to ensure on-time delivery and minimize rework.
Mentor junior staff in project management best practices, team communication, and client coordination.