City: Houston
State: Texas
-Job Title: Project Manager
Department: Industry & Facilities, Industrial Inspections
The Project Coordinator / Project Manager is responsible for scheduling industrial inspections for new CAPEX projects supporting the oil and gas industry. They will implement a QA/QC program in collaboration with the Directors to communicate client job expectations to field inspectors and serve as the inspectors main point of contact for the on-the-job issues. Examples of inspection projects could include materials used for offshore oil platforms or refineries. Must live in the Houston area.
Project Manager will be responsible for:Inspection Scheduling and Coordination:
- Manage detailed inspection schedules for raw materials and finished products used in offshore platforms, refinery construction, and other oil and gas construction projects.
- Manage internal and external field technician/inspector pool through a web-based project management system, including managing availability, geographic locations, qualifications, skillsets.
- Coordinate with suppliers, manufacturers, and inspectors to ensure timely execution of inspections.
- Adjust schedules as needed to accommodate project changes and ensure compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Communicate with clients and key stakeholders to ensure adequate level of field inspectors both geographically and with the required qualifications/skillsets and analyze need and how quickly operations can execute on projects in the pipeline.
- Liaison between operational leadership, field inspectors , clients, and client representatives to ensure customer requirements are met.
- Collaborate with team members in other BV offices globally to schedule inspections of materials and finished products in other countries.
- Ensure field inspectors meet client reporting and information expectations, maintaining accountability among workers.
-Tracking Inspection Activities:- Monitor and track the progress of all inspection projects to ensure adherence to project timelines and milestones.
- Maintain a centralized tracking system to provide real-time updates on the status of inspections.
- Identify and address any potential delays or issues that could impact project schedules.
Vendor and Supplier Coordination:- Liaise with vendors and suppliers to communicate inspection schedules and ensure their adherence to project quality requirements.
- Facilitate the resolution of any quality issues with suppliers, ensuring corrective actions are implemented and documented.
Documentation and Reporting:- Maintain comprehensive records of all scheduled inspection activities, including inspection reports, test results, and certifications.
- Prepare and present detailed reports on the status of inspection activities to project management and client representatives.
- Ensure all documentation is properly archived and easily retrievable for future reference.
-Project Monitoring and Progress Reporting:- Provide regular updates and detailed reports on the progress of inspection activities to project managers and stakeholders.
- Ensure alignment of inspection activities with overall project goals and objectives.
Accounting and Financial Oversight:- Validate and approve inspectors time sheets and expenses, including subcontractor invoices.
- Collaborate with the accounting department to ensure accurate recording and reporting of inspection-related expenses.
- Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts for inspection activities, tracking actual costs against budgeted amounts.
- Review and approve invoices related to inspection services ensuring alignment with POs and contracts.
Education and/or Experience:- Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred; minimum of three years of relevant experience required.
- Proficiency in written and verbal communication, with the ability to articulate complex information clearly to various stakeholders.
- Strong reasoning ability and problem-solving skills, with the capacity to navigate abstract and concrete variables effectively.
- Proficiency in computer operations and project management software.
Knowledge, Skills, and Other Abilities:- Time management, active listening, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Ability to multitask and to work in multiple systems.
- Adaptability to remote work and the ability to maintain productivity and communication from a remote location.
- Must possess a cell phone and internet service for remote work.
Qualifications:- Previous experience in a people scheduling and project scheduling role, preferably in a construction or engineering realm - ideally in oil and gas industry.
- Must live in the Houston area.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in office software including computerized scheduling tools.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions associated with the role.
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