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Project Manager - Controls and Automation

Wunderlich-Malec
Philadelphia, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/5/2026

Wunderlich-Malec has Project Manager position available in Philadelphia, PA. This person will provide project management excellence to our clients as an owner’s representative, lead teams, and execute projects successfully.

YOU 

When you become part of Wunderlich-Malec you:

  • Are a 100% employee-owner
  • Work with Fortune 500 clients
  • Are part of an ENR (Engineering News Record) Top 500 firm

Right away you will notice the small company feel of Wunderlich-Malec with a strong focus on people.

Empowered Individuals Employee-owned, we hire the best and empower them to develop and deliver solutions.

Rewarded & Motivated Investing in continuing education and world-class benefits that motivates our staff.

Positive Attitudes Dedicated experts are committed in the long run and bring a positive, can-do attitude to your project.

Knowledgeable Recognized industry experts reinforced with ongoing training remain knowledgeable on the latest industry trends and directions.

THE JOB 

WM is seeking an experienced Project Manager in Philadelphia, PA. The ideal candidate will have experience with executing controls and automation projects with a strong background in successful project execution.  

THE PROJECT DAY-TO-DAY

  • Manages small to large-scale projects for clients independently with minimal oversight
  • May be responsible for managing and supporting multiple projects at once
  • Develops, manages, and controls project costs
  • Develops, manages, and controls project schedules
  • Manages and directs resources appropriately for the project
  • Manages the end-to-end project lifecycle for assigned projects
  • Guides the client in project decisions, ensuring the best solution for their business
  • Responsible for leading and developing a high-performing team to deliver on goals and objectives of the project
  • Manages vendor and client relations to ensure that service expectations are developed and met
  • Maintains regular contact with client and reports on project progress, issues, and accomplishments to both the client & Wunderlich-Malec
  • Accountable for project and/or program success
  • Responsible for representing the client as an OPM as needed, managing third parties as a client representative

WHAT WE NEED

  • Bachelor’s degree (preferably Engineering, Construction Management or related field)
  • Servant leader, who loves to see others succeed and is energized being part of a team
  • Exemplary communication skills
  • Minimum 6 years as a Project Manager
  • Experience in life sciences (GMP MFG environment) required

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

  • Consistently maintains a positive and encouraging attitude
  • Forward-looking and focused on the best resolution
  • Proactively seeks and accepts new challenges
  • Organized and prompt
  • Servant leader focus on leadership and advocates for their people before themselves
  • PMP certification beneficial

Position Demands

  • Seeing, color perception, hearing, listening, clear speech, dexterity in hands, driving, and ability to travel distances.
  • Travel – minimum 25% unless located nearby
    • Expectation is to be onsite during project execution 100%
  • Standard office environment: frequent use of personal computer, facsimile, and copy machines, along with miscellaneous office equipment. 

*Job Descriptions are not exhaustive lists of all skills, responsibilities, or efforts associated with a job.  They reflect principal job elements essential for performing the job and evaluating performance.

Wunderlich-Malec is proud to offer a comprehensive employee-owner benefit package. Full-time employees may be eligible for the following benefits: Medical • Dental • Vision • Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D • Long Term Disability • Voluntary Short Term Disability • Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts • Health Savings Account • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Paid Holidays • Tuition Reimbursement • Referral Bonus Program • 401(k)/Profit Sharing • 100% ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) • Employee Assistance Program • Will Preparation Resources • Worldwide Travel Assistance 

Salary Range The expected salary range is $132,000 - $177,000 depending on experience and qualifications plus a discretionary bonus and employee stock program.

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Salary : $132,000 - $177,000

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