At EXP, we’re driven to provide innovative solutions for the world’s built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP.
Are you ready to design your future?
Be our next Project Manager
Your work environment at EXP
In this role, you will be a part of the Aviation, Transit and Commercial Buildings team, of the Buildings Sector, based in Chicago, IL
What a day at EXP has in store for you
- This individual will be responsible for managing the design, production and coordination of projects nation-wide
- The successful candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, be a dynamic presenter, and be able to effectively manage diverse groups of clients, project stakeholders, and team members
- Project Managers at EXP are the primary liaison between clients and EXP project teams, including subconsultants
- As Project Manager, you will be responsible and accountable for understanding and negotiating appropriate fees, schedule, and contract terms that are acceptable to the client and beneficial to EXP
- Project Managers are responsible for project performance, including delivering projects within financial and schedule parameters, and for exceeding client expectations
- Participation in business development through market research, meeting with clients, assisting with marketing proposals, and participating in selection interviews is also a necessity to succeed in this role
What your experience looks like
- Bachelors or Masters Degree in Architecture or Engineering from an accredited University
- Minimum 10 years of relevant experience with the tasks identified above
- Track record of exceptional performance
- Experience in a variety of project market sectors, including Aviation, Rail + Transit, Federal Government, and Higher Education
- Thorough working understanding of the Microsoft suite of products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit capabilities
- Ability to utilize financial management software
- Ability for occasional travel
The salary range for this role is $100,000 to 150,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's skill set, experience, certifications, and geographic location. Compensation may vary by location due to differences in the cost of labor.
In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for all full-time employees, including health insurance, vacation time, and 401(k) retirement benefits.
About Us
Our story
With a mission to understand, innovate, partner and deliver, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design and consulting services to the world’s built and natural environments.
Our heritage dates back to 1906, when the earliest of EXP’s predecessor companies started its engineering infrastructure practice. Today, thousands of creative professionals across EXP work together to deliver extraordinary experiences year after year.
What makes us different
The passion, enthusiasm, diversity and industry-leading capabilities of our employees make us who we are. We’re committed to providing a challenging work environment that cultivates career growth, encourages creativity and rewards excellence.
Find out more about life at EXP by visiting www.exp.com.
About the TeamEXP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of Race, Color, Sex, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, Genetic Information or Testing, Family and Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression.
Should you need any special accommodations, please feel free to contact us at [email protected] and we will arrange for the most suitable accommodations based on your needs.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or Engineering from an accredited university
- Minimum 10 years of relevant project management experience
- Experience in Aviation, Rail/Transit, Federal Government, and Higher Education project sectors
- Thorough working understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit capabilities
- Ability to utilize financial management software
- Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
- Ability to manage diverse groups of clients, stakeholders, project teams, and subconsultants
- Ability to negotiate fees, schedules, and contract terms
- Proven track record of exceptional performance delivering projects within financial and schedule parameters
- Participation in business development, proposal support, and client meetings
- Ability for occasional travel
EXP Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about EXP and has not been reviewed or approved by EXP.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) offering is described as decent, with an employer match referenced. Company materials also highlight retirement plans as a core part of the benefits package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Vacation/PTO is characterized as strong. The broader package emphasizes time away and work-life balance as key elements.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Work flexibility, including hybrid/remote options and schedule flexibility, is repeatedly highlighted. These features are positioned as part of the overall benefits offering and employee experience.
EXP Insights
What We Do
EXP is a multidisciplinary professional services firm providing engineering, architecture, design, and consulting services aimed at transforming the world's built and natural environments. The company specializes in delivering innovative solutions for water infrastructure, aviation environments, mining and mineral projects, and underground infrastructure. Their expert team comprises engineers, planners, designers, and scientists dedicated to excellence and innovation across the full lifecycle of complex projects.
