Project Manager I - Science, Industrial, & Technology (Architecture & Engineering)

Company: Progressive Companies
Location: Grand Rapids
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Build a foundational understanding of project communication, collaborating effectively to meet client expectations and needs. Familiarize with project management best practices, integrating design and team workflows, scheduling QA/QC milestones, and ensuring compliance through structured checklists and project charters. Plan, monitors, and controls costs and schedules for small projects under guidance, meeting project profit goals and ensuring effective resource coordination. Assist in proposal creation and interview participation, gaining familiarity with various proposal types and components through team collaboration Initiate project start-up by setting project numbers, budgets, and schedules and coordinating team meetings to establish clear goals and responsibilities Monitor project scope and collaborates with Architects, Engineers, Designers, and other project team members to proactively address risks when changes occur Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area (architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, or engineering preferred). Master’s degree a plus. 5 years of experience managing complex projects in an AE environment required. CSI-CDT certification required (Progressive Companies provides training for certification within a year). Professional registration in your field highly preferred. Certification through PSMJ/PMI preferred. Experience with Deltek Vision and Project Planning preferred.

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