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Project Manager Mechanical Engineering

MSA Professional Services, Inc.

Cedar Rapids, IAJob$88–142K/yrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$88–142K/yr
Location
Cedar Rapids, IA
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

MSA Professional Services seeks a Project Manager Mechanical Engineering to lead engineering projects from pursuit through closeout, manage client relationships, budgets, schedules, and project teams, and support business development. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field and at least six years of project management or mechanical engineering experience. Iowa PE licensure, relevant design experience, and project management certification are preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Project ManagementBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementProject Management PrinciplesMicrosoft OfficeExcelWordTeamsCommunicationOrganizationProblem SolvingHVAC SystemsBuilding SystemsIndustrial Mechanical DesignMultidisciplinary Teamwork

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or Related Field6+ Years Project Management or Mechanical Engineering ExperienceIowa PE LicensePMP, PSMJ, EMI or Equivalent Certification

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Responsibilities Project Management and Delivery - Lead mechanical engineering projects through pursuit, initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout - Develop project management plans, work breakdown structures, and schedules - Oversee project team performance and ensure quality deliverables Client and Business Development - Serve as primary point of contact for clients - Support proposal development, scoping, and contract preparation - Communicate with clients on budgets, schedules, and project updates - Identify opportunities for additional services and project growth Technical and Team Leadership - Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and external partners - Review technical work and ensure documentation quality - Mentor junior staff and contribute to team development - Collaborate with leadership on project strategy and delivery Financial and Operational Management - Monitor budgets, manage scope changes, and pursue amendments when needed - Review and issue invoices; ensure timely client payment ## Qualifications Required - Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field - 6+ years of project management or mechanical engineering experience - Proven experience managing engineering projects, budgets, and schedules - Strong knowledge of project management principles and best practices - Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Teams) - Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills Preferred - Professional Engineer (PE) license in Iowa. - Experience with HVAC systems, building systems, or industrial mechanical design - Project management certification (PMP, PSMJ, EMI, or equivalent) - Experience working with multidisciplinary engineering teams ### Why MSA At MSA, our people are our greatest asset. We believe in building strong teams, fostering collaboration, and creating an environment where employees can grow professionally while making meaningful contributions to the communities we serve. Youll join a firm where your work matters where your expertise, teamwork, and ideas help drive the success of projects and the organization as a whole. ### BEST-IN-INDUSTRY BENEFITS The salary for this position ranges from $88,000 to $142,000, with higher compensation possible for candidates with significant experience and exceptional qualifications. - Better Together - A collaborative work environment that promotes open doors, new ideas, and honest opinions. - Multi-disciplinary Opportunities - As multi-talented people in a multi-disciplinary firm, we encourage employees to explore interests, seek new experiences, and apply their skills where they can make the greatest impact. - Weve Got Your Back - Support when you need it and independence when you dont. - Commitment to DEIB - We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and where diverse perspectives drive innovation. - Passion and Purpose - We are passionate about what we do and proud of it. - Communities of Practice - Our Communities of Practice bring together experts across disciplines to collaborate, share knowledge, and generate new ideas. ### Additional Benefits Eligible employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package, including: - Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - As a 100% employee-owned company, eligible employees receive company shares at no cost - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Generous employer match that is immediately 100% vested - Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for employees and eligible dependents - Paid Time Off - Minimum of 17 days in the first year - Paid Holidays - 8 holidays annually - Paid Parental Leave - 2 weeks fo both parents, with additional paid leave for birth parents - Employer-Paid Insurance - Life, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage - Short-Term Incentive Program (STIP) - Annual performance-based bonus opportunity ### Equal Opportunity Employer MSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consi

How this job compares

Set against the 23,480 open Project Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$88–142K/yr
  • Iowa median$105–184K/yr151 salary ranges
  • US median$110–179K/yr14,766 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $115K, is 21% below the Iowa median midpoint ($145K) — in the lowest quarter of Project Manager salary ranges in Iowa.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 242 open Project Manager jobs in Iowa and 23,480 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Iowa
Experience
This posting asks for at least 6 years of experience; Project Manager postings that state a minimum ask for 7 years at the median (20,336 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 12,993 of the 23,480 open Project Manager jobs (55%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 29, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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