Project Manager at Excel Engineering, Inc. – Mounds View, Minnesota

Since 1990, Excel Engineering, Inc. has been a trusted partner in delivering full-service Electrical and Control System Engineering solutions, consistently aligning our work with our clients’ business goals. We collaborate closely with leading industrial and utility organizations to provide high-quality engineering, project management, consulting, and owner-representative services that drive meaningful results.

We’re excited to add a Project Manager who will play a key role in supporting engineering and capital projects for major clients. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives on building strong relationships, keeping complex projects organized, and ensuring work is delivered on time, on budget, and with exceptional client satisfaction.

In this role, you’ll lead projects from kickoff through closeout, acting as the primary connection between engineering teams, business partners, and vendors. You’ll guide project scope, schedules, budgets, procurement, documentation, and communication to ensure every detail moves smoothly and efficiently.

This position offers the flexibility of remote work, with occasional on-site visits to foster collaboration and support project needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full project lifecycle for engineering and capital projects.
• Develop scopes of work, project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure adequate project resourcing.
• Identify risks, roadblocks, and scope-creep; proactively recommend solutions.
• Communicate project updates to stakeholders, including executive leadership.
• Prepare and manage procurement documentation such as purchase orders and change orders.
• Oversee vendor and subcontractor relationships to ensure quality and on time delivery.
• Review invoices and ensure timely, accurate processing.
• Promote safety culture, professionalism, and high levels of client satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including tracking, reporting, and close-out files.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean methodologies (when applicable)

Experience

• 3+ years of project management experience, ideally within engineering, industrial, or manufacturing sectors.
• Experience working with capital projects or engineering project environments.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP Certification

Why Excel Engineering?

At Excel Engineering, you’re more than an employee, you’re part of a collaborative team that values continuous improvement, innovation, and personal growth. You’ll have the chance to:

• Work on meaningful, diverse engineering projects
• Build strong relationships with clients and internal teams
• Grow your technical and leadership skills
• Contribute to a culture rooted in excellence and integrity

If you're passionate about automation, eager to contribute, and ready to take your career to the next level, we’d love to hear from you.

We offer…

• Growth & Development: Ongoing continuing education, hands-on training, and opportunities to expand your skills.
• Career Advancement Support: Assistance in earning professional certifications and pursuing further education.
• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Wellness Focus: Access to programs designed to support your overall well-being.
• Work–Life Balance: Paid time off and flexible work environment
• Flexibility & Trust: A flexible schedule and work environment built around mutual trust and accountability.
• Share the Talent, Share the Rewards: We value great people recommending great people, which is why our employee referral program is designed to reward you continuously

We offer a competitive salary and great benefits. At Excel Engineering, we’re proud of our positive, high-performing culture where teamwork, continuous improvement, and a service-oriented mindset help us do our best work every day. If you enjoy a fast-paced and rewarding environment, you’ll love being part of our team!

Excel Engineering, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.

We value diverse perspectives and believe they strengthen our work, our teams, and the solutions we deliver to clients. We encourage candidates from backgrounds traditionally underrepresented in engineering to apply. If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources team at ExcelHR@exceleng.net.