Project Manager – Mission Critical – MEP

Bala Consulting Engineers

Project Manager leading select Mission Critical projects at Bala Consulting Engineers in the Philadelphia area. Focusing on mentoring, client relations, and team collaboration with ethical practices.

Posted 5/14/2026full-timeWayne • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage Projects
Serve as a project manager on select projects in the Mission Critical Sector.
Project types include newbuilds, renovations, fit-outs and infrastructure upgrades.
Client facing role, RFP site visits and proposal writing is expected.
PM duties include planning, execution and day-to-day management of internal teams and clients.
Provide all management functions including scope responsibilities, client management, scheduling, and financials.
Vet company processes and provide input.
Assist project managers across all locations of the enterprise.
Develop a core group of assistant project managers eventually capable of performing independently on similar project types.
Be a technical resource for the staff.
Manage/schedule quality control reviews to reinforce technical lessons and company processes.
Complete internal peer reviews and provide input in multi-discipline page turns, across all offices, to assist in the development of a comprehensive design.
Review workforce projections and determine how they relate to staffing.
Identify potential business opportunities.
Work with the leadership team to develop fees on complex projects.
Develop and maintain client relationships.

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least ten years of experience in engineering consulting or adjacent field (construction, owner’s representative, etc.)
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or another relevant field from a 4-year accredited university
PE license preferred
Strong technical writing skills
Knowledge of building codes
Strong interpersonal and team building skills
Knowledge of industry best practices and the latest technologies for MEP systems design of Mission Critical Facilities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance package
401(k) with employer match
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Up to (5) weeks of PTO based on years of experience and (8) paid holidays
8 hours of Volunteer Time Off
Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement
Federal Student Loan Assistance including match up to $5,250 per year
Section 529 Plan (College Saving Plan)
Employee Referral Program
Full-time onsite roles qualify for one day remote work

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementtechnical writingbuilding codesMEP systems designfinancial managementschedulingscope managementquality controlpeer reviewsproposal writing

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillsteam buildingclient managementleadershipcommunicationcollaborationproblem solvingorganizational skillsinput provisionbusiness development

Certifications

PE licenseBachelor's degree in engineering