Project Manager

About Us:

Kelley Engineered Equipment (KEE) designs and builds highly customized equipment for the tunneling and underground construction industry.

We solve complex, real-world problems by delivering custom-engineered systems that perform in demanding environments. Our work is fast-paced, hands-on, and requires a high level of ownership and accountability.

The Role:

KEE is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex, custom equipment projects from concept through delivery.

This role owns the full project lifecycle, working across engineering and production to deliver high-quality systems on time and on budget.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the project lifecycle: from initial client contact through delivery and close-out

Own project financials: estimate, track costs, and manage invoicing and payments

Develop and maintain detailed project schedules: ensure milestones and deliverables are met

Coordinate cross-functional internal teams (engineering, procurement, and production)

Oversee procurement: vendor selection, negotiation, and contracts

Monitor progress and proactively resolve risks or delays

Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, managing expectations and resolving issues

Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards

Travel to job sites as needed (~10-20%)

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree (Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field)

Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously

Strong financial acumen (budgeting, cost control, forecasting)

Experience coordinating cross-functional technical teams

Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Ability to manage demanding clients and resolve conflicts

Preferred Experience

Custom equipment or engineered-to-order manufacturing

Tunneling, underground construction, or heavy civil projects

Familiarity with project scheduling tools (Wrike, MS Project, or similar)

ERP or project cost tracking systems

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Paid time off starting at 3 weeks.

Paid health insurance.

Health savings account, with company contribution.

IRA with employer match.

Life insurance and long-term disability.

Parental leave.

KEE offers a fast-paced, hands-on environment where integrity, responsibility, teamwork, and the ability to learn and work hard are central to everything we do. If you're ready to grow your career managing complex, high-impact projects, we'd like to hear from you.