Bachelor's Degree in Business or a technical field required.
Preferred degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
PMP and Six Sigma certifications are advantageous.
2-3 years of project management experience or 2+ years as a Project Coordinator/Engineer.
Prior experience in a custom solutions industry is a plus.
Responsibilities
Act as the primary contact for customers regarding project matters.
Negotiate contract terms and conditions with vendors favoring the company.
Develop project performance metrics and provide solutions for issues.
Lead the integration and testing of project programs, evaluating engineering changes.
Plan and implement Project Management Plans, ensuring timely report submission.
Create visual project presentations to inform stakeholders of progress.
Provide weekly project status updates and manage project financials.
Benefits
Join an innovative, fast-growing international company.
Work in a collaborative environment where contributions are valued.
Enjoy competitive benefits including PTO, health care, 401K, disability, and life insurance.
Full Job Description
Main Tasks and Responsibilities:
Act as the central point of contact for the Customer
Review, interpret, communicate and negotiate contractual matters for Engineering and Project Management, including contract conditions and scopes of work.
Negotiate with key vendor's delivery/T&C's in the favor of the company. Expedite vendors as necessary to insure schedules are maintained.
Devise effective Project Management performance measurements and review such problem areas with the manager and recommend alternative plans and solutions.
Provide overall test program integration and assurance. Evaluate impact of engineering changes on Projects. Recommend technical, cost and schedule trade-off opportunities.
Plan, schedule, implement, and expedite Project Management Plan. Prepare and submit deliverable items, reports, progress reports, and milestone charts as required by management and/or customer.
Design and implement effective visual displays and presentations consistent with the magnitude, complexity, and requirements of assigned projects which will provide management and customer with an overview of the Project Management Plan, status and progress.
Provide weekly project status reports to keep management fully informed as to progress. Work with finance department to ensure cash flow analysis are maintained and progress billings are processed expeditiously.
Provide information to management in support of the project proposal activity. Direct project activities in support of re-quoting, re-forecasts, and budgetary estimates for assigned contract programs.
Manage and direct the activities of specialists and clerical personnel that may be assigned as required by the magnitude and complexity of assigned projects.
Approve or generate any documentation needed for the project (e.g. Purchase Requisitions; Shipping Documentation; Manuals; etc.)
Travel to Fabricator Shops or other suppliers for quality inspections, kick-off meetings or to expedite as needed and as required by the project (Typically 25% to 50%).
All other duties that may be necessary from time to time outside the normal scope of your job description that will contribute toward the Company meeting its goals and objectives.
Qualifications Your Experience & Education:
Bachelors' Degree in Business or technical field required.
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering preferred.
PMP certification is a plus.
Six Sigma certification is a plus.
2+ years of experience as a Project Coordinator/Project Engineer or 2 - 3 years of experience as a project manager.
Prior experience in a custom solutions industry is a plus.
Your Skills & Traits:
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Microsoft Projects.
Experienced in maintaining accurate project budgets, and schedules.
Basic accounting spread sheet knowledge.
Able to read mechanical drawings and P&ID's.
Experience managing multiple projects at the same time.
Experience managing projects in the 1-10 million dollar range is a plus.
Experience in coordinating with steel fabrication shops and steel erection companies is a plus.
Experience in Chemical Industry is a plus.
Experience working on projects with EPC companies as the main customer is a plus.
Experience in successful implementation of dust control projects or steel erection and fabrication experience is a plus.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly.
Able to exchange information both within the organization and between outside entities such as customers and suppliers.
Basic knowledge of an ERP system is required.
Prior experience using JD Edwards or IFS is a plus.
What we offer is more than just a job...
An opportunity to be part of a truly innovative and fast-growing international company.
A team-focused work environment where your efforts won't go unnoticed or unappreciated.
Competitive compensation and benefits including PTO, health care insurance, 401K, disability, and life insurance.
