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HNTB

Section Manager – Project Management

HNTB

. Lead a professional or technical discipline section in the design, development, and delivery of project tasks .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeKing of Prussia • Pennsylvania • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, including scope, budget, and quality control, while leading and developing engineering teams. Proficient in client engagement, proposal generation, and strategic planning to ensure successful project delivery and staff development.

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Project ManagementLeadership ExperienceProfessional Engineer (PE) CertificationBudget ManagementEngineering Technical Discipline Experience

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Hard Skills
Project Scope ManagementBudget ForecastingQuality ControlEngineering DesignSpecifications PreparationPlan PreparationResearchReport GenerationWork PlanningClient Satisfaction Management
Soft Skills
Team LeadershipMentoringCollaborationCommunicationStaff Development
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in EngineeringMaster’s Degree in Engineering (Preferred)Professional Engineer (PE) Certification (Preferred)
Industry Keywords
Project Delivery ProcessesStaff AssignmentsMarketing ResponsibilitiesClient DiscoveryProposal GenerationWork-Sharing NeedsStrategic Plan SupportSuccession PlanningPerformance ReviewsStaff Reporting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead a professional or technical discipline section in the design, development, and delivery of project tasks
  • Manage scope, budget, quality control, project priorities, staffing schedules, and staff assignments
  • Develop, monitor, and manage the section’s operating budget and forecast updates
  • Manage the growth and professional development of the engineering section
  • Coordinate section activities, establish priorities, and assign staff to jobs
  • Ensure staff development, mentoring, and training needs are met
  • Collaborate with other Sections and Departments on work-sharing needs and opportunities
  • Support the firm’s strategic plan and Sophisticated Sales Approach process on project pursuits
  • Support contracting processes through project delivery, scope, work plan, and fee reviews
  • Support project delivery processes, including work planning and monthly project reviews
  • Assist with marketing responsibilities, including client discovery, proposal generation, interviews, and win-to-work activities
  • Maintain client contacts and ensure client satisfaction
  • Recruit, hire, develop, and retain section staff
  • Develop plans for staff reporting, performance and compensation reviews, and succession
  • Manage assigned project management activities and perform technical discipline tasks
  • Lead a team through direct and indirect supervision
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
  • 8 years of practical experience, including 2 years of leadership experience
  • Master’s degree in Engineering preferred
  • 10 years of practical experience preferred
  • 2 years of supervisory experience preferred
  • Professional Engineer (PE) certification preferred
  • Direct or indirect supervision experience of at least 5 employees, typically 7–10 or more
  • Ability to manage project scope, schedule, budget, and quality
  • Engineering technical discipline experience, including research, reports, design, specifications, and plan preparation

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • HNTB Total Rewards benefits information is provided via the employer's benefits link
  • Visa sponsorship is available for this position