Client Project Manager

Mead & Hunt is a national, full-service architectural, engineering, and construction firm serving a wide range of markets across the U.S. The Client Project Manager will build and maintain client relationships, manage project development and execution, coordinate project teams, provide technical guidance, and identify business opportunities within the Food & Beverage packaging industry.

Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular site visits, meetings, and strategic engagement
• Manage existing clients related to obtaining and executing projects
• Understand client organization, capital portfolio, and approval processes to better influence project development
• Collect and share client feedback to drive continuous improvement
• Proactively assess client needs and resolve issues related to cost, quality, schedule, or resources
• Project management, coordination and liaison for project work obtained
• Mentor and provide technical guidance and advice for less experienced technical staff
• Maintain familiarity with technical requirements and regulations affecting the assigned industry and other potential consulting opportunities
• Market work within the assigned industry and recognize potential opportunities in the company’s other business lines
• Maintain contact with current clients and pursue potential new clients within the assigned industry
• Other duties as assigned
• Some travel will be required
• For candidates near Champaign, IL office, travel is expected to be approximately 50%
• For candidates residing outside of the Champaign area, travel is expected to be approximately 75%

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or similar related field
• At least five years of relevant experience required
• Some travel will be required
• For candidates near Champaign, IL office, travel is expected to be approximately 50%
• For candidates residing outside of the Champaign area, travel is expected to be approximately 75%
• Experience working for a Food & Beverage company and experience working in a manufacturing/retail packaging facility is preferred
• Professional presence and confidence when interacting with clients, internal leadership, and external partners
• Sufficient technical depth to credibly engage with clients, understand project requirements, and guide technical teams
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills in environments with changing schedules, deadlines, and priorities
• Ability to analyze information, define problems, evaluate data, and draw sound conclusions
• Strong collaborative skills to coordinate multidisciplinary project teams
• Professional judgment and decision‑making skills when resolving project or client challenges
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new tools and technologies as they are implemented