Project Manager II - Architecture & Engineering; A&E - Logistics

Position: Project Manager II - Architecture & Engineering (A&E) - Logistics

Project Manager II - Architecture & Engineering (A&E) - Logistics

Durham, NC, USA •

Grand Rapids, MI, USA •

Charlotte, NC, USA

Job Description

Posted Monday, January 19, 2026 at 5:00 AM

p>As a Project Manager II on our Logistics team, you will lead small to moderately complex design projects and contribute to high-volume programs for a fast-moving global e-commerce client. You’ll ensure successful execution by guiding project teams, maintaining strong client partnerships, and managing scope, budget, and schedule with discipline and care. You’ll play a critical role in integrating teams, elevating quality, and driving results—while mentoring others and contributing to a culture of excellence.

Deliver

Results

• Lead up to five small projects or one to two moderate-volume programs with minimal oversight, managing scope, schedule, and budget to ensure quality outcomes.
• Support senior project managers on complex or high-volume work streams by fostering collaboration, resolving challenges, and driving execution.
• Serve as the primary client liaison for assigned projects, maintaining open communication and strengthening long-term partnerships.
• Set up project logistics including number, budget, and schedule; facilitate project kickoff meetings to align teams on goals and roles.
• Assist in proposal and agreement development, including consultant interviews and contract preparation.
• Ensure compliance with internal processes through structured QA/QC milestones and project documentation tools.
• Monitor project finances and proactively address risks, scope changes, or other challenges to maintain profitability and delivery standards.
• Mentor junior staff and support project leaders in quality management, client communication, and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Interiors, Landscape Architecture, or related discipline;
  Master’s degree a plus.
• 7+ years of experience managing projects in a professional A/E environment.
• Professional licensure or registration in your discipline a plus.
• PMP, PMI, or PSMJ certification a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Experience with Deltek Vision and project planning tools preferred.
• Strong collaboration, client relationship management, and project coordination skills.

Progressive Companies is comprised of people with a variety of abilities, races, colors, religions, genders, sexual orientations, national origins, ages, veteran statuses, and more. As an equal opportunity employer, we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential elements of innovative design. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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