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 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: $70,000 - $100,000 DOE
• 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 constantly 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.