Full Job Description
Duties/Responsibilities
Project Execution & Delivery
• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex ICSS projects across the full lifecycle, including engineering, procurement, integration, testing (FAT/SAT), commissioning, and service handover.
• Define and manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and resource plans in collaboration with customers and cross-functional teams.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including work breakdown structures, cost forecasts, and resource allocation.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget while optimizing profitability and cash flow.
• Monitor project performance against plan, implement corrective actions, and provide regular status updates to stakeholders and customers.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, including coordination with remote and international teams.
Financial & Commercial Management
• Manage project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, billing, cost control, cash flow, and contract claims.
• Drive margin improvement through cost optimization and efficient execution.
• Lead change order development, including scoping, risk assessment, negotiation, and execution.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms, financial requirements, and risk management practices.
• Support proposal development and pre-award activities, including scope definition, cost estimates, execution strategy, and risk assessment.
Customer & Stakeholder Management
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, building strong relationships and ensuring alignment on expectations.
• Lead project reviews, status meetings, and reporting to maintain transparency on progress, risks, and performance.
• Proactively resolve issues and identify opportunities for contract growth or scope expansion.
• Maintain a high level of customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
Technical & Quality Leadership
• Ensure adherence to Yokogawa standards, project quality plans, and ISO procedures.
• Oversee engineering deliverables, system architecture, and technical execution in alignment with project requirements.
• Participate in and oversee FAT, SAT, and design reviews to ensure successful system delivery and acceptance.
• Ensure proper documentation, reporting, and project closeout activities are completed and archived.
Team Leadership & Collaboration
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, vendors, subcontractors, and internal support functions.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development opportunities to project team members.
• Ensure alignment, communication, and effective collaboration across all stakeholders.
• Ensure availability of required resources, tools, and training to achieve project objectives.
Job Requirements and Core Competencies:
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to influence and guide cross-functional teams
• Ability to work independently while effectively communicating progress, risks, and results to leadership
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present project updates to customers and senior management
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute project strategies that meet both customer and business objectives
• Deep understanding of project management principles, including scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, and resource management
• Experience developing project execution plans, resource strategies, and productivity improvement initiatives
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and margin optimization
• Experience with project reporting, performance tracking, and executive-level presentations
• Ability to manage project changes, negotiations, and contract-related matters effectively.
• Ability to travel up to 30%
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
• 8-15 years' experience in ICSS/DCS or process control systems
• 5-8 years' experience in the field of Project Management and Execution, to include: EPC engagement, contract management, and resource management
• ISO 9001 Quality Management System Awareness
• Experience in Project and System Design Engineering Packages and related Software
• Experience working with international teams and culture.
• Current US work authorization without the need for employer sponsorship
Preferred Qualifications
• PMP Training and Certification