Senior Project Manager

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Headquartered in Aurora, Il, McNish LLC is a leading manufacturer of primary and secondary process equipment for the municipal wastewater treatment industry. The business operates three distinct divisions, collectively representing some of the longest tenured brands in the country, with significant market share across the core product types. McNish carriers a strong track record of profitable growth and is poised to capitalize on critical need for further wastewater infrastructure investment nationwide.
Position Summary
The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading and executing customer projects related to wastewater treatment equipment. This includes full lifecycle project management—from contract award through delivery, installation, and closeout—working across multiple departments including Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Accounting. This role mentors project teams, drives process improvements, and supports business development initiatives, ensuring alignment between project execution and organizational goals.
Key ResponsibilitiesManage the full lifecycle of customer contracts, from project kickoff through shipment and closeoutServe as the primary point of contact for assigned customers, maintaining professional and responsive communicationDevelop and manage detailed project schedules in collaboration with Engineering, Purchasing, and ManufacturingTrack project milestones, identify risks or delays, and implement corrective actions proactivelyCoordinate with internal departments to ensure all technical and non-technical requirements are metLead project meetings, generate status reports, and maintain project documentationSupport contract change management, including scope adjustments, cost implications, and revised timelinesWork closely with Accounting to align billing with contractual terms and project milestonesEnsure compliance with McNish standards, customer specifications, and regulatory guidelinesParticipate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project execution efficiency and consistency


QualificationsBachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business, or a related discipline7+ years of project management experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or industrial services environmentExperience coordinating field service or technical support teams in customer-facing projectsStrong knowledge of production planning and supply chain operationsExcellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skillsAbility to manage multiple complex projects simultaneouslyProficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
Preferred:Experience in the municipal water or wastewater treatment industryPMP Certification or equivalent project management credentialsFamiliarity with ERP systems (e.g. Microsoft Great Plains, or similar)Experience with Microsoft Project or Equal

The is an exempt position offers a salary range of $69,999.00 to $94,736.64 Annually and is bonus eligible. This bonus is based on the company’s budgeted EBITDA performance. xzbcwsv If the budgeted targets are not met, the Board of Directors will determine the bonus, if any.
McNish LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, nations origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, arrest record, or any other legally protected status.

Benefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offReferral programVision insuranceTuition Reimbursement