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Job Title: Project Manager

Location: onsite to Painted Post, NY

End Client: SIEMENS | Working with Implementation Partner

Job Description:

Roles & Responsibilities:

The Project Manager will lead complex global projects (abilities up to B-category) throughout the project life cycle; which includes agreeing targets and work packages with project staff and delegate defined work packages, provide technical solution, integration of all systems, execution of site activities, managing acceptance tests and final project handover

• The project manager is responsible for project planning and oversight of planned activities from beginning to end.
• They balance budgets, keep track of work in progress, collaborate with suppliers, handle risks, and ensure projects are completed per schedule.
• The individual will work with engineering, drafting, supply chain management, manufacturing, quality, and shipping to ensure the overall scope of supply per the quotation proposals is achieved.
• The individual will run large multi-faceted projects and multiple projects at the same time.
• Run the order entry and transition process for assigned projects.
• Review order-entry packages and facilitate the receipt of all required information.
• Drive adherence to the Order Entry Process
• Initiate the project through required formalities and internal/external kickoff meetings.
• Take full ownership of the scope, budget, and schedule for assigned projects, and lead those constraints after the order award.
• Fully understand the provisions of the contract for the project, regularly informing functional representatives of salient provisions, and ensuring organizational compliance with all requirements
• Develop project plans as vital to successfully complete the project.
• Monitor and maintain the master project schedule including identification of the critical path and near critical path items to maintain delivery and cost objectives.
• Effectively report the progress and status of the project to management and the client
• Adequately document all subsequent (addendum) contractual agreements, both technical and commercial, and manage project scope via Contract Change Authorizations
• Develop project-specific risk management plans and proactively manage technical and commercial risk throughout project execution to minimize company exposure.
• Manage and maintain the project budget, initiate and facilitate corrective actions to maintain financial objectives and revenue recognition.
• Positively influence financial position, via cash flow management, working with internal accounting, and the client to ensure timely issue and collection of invoices related to milestone payments.
• Support the project through the warranty phase, working with the Commissioning Team members to address installation, startup, or warranty issues.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and management to develop relationships that are conducive to the successful completion of the project.
• Conduct Lessons Learned meetings for all projects; identify corrective actions and best practices and solicit a Customer Satisfaction Survey as part of the contract closure process.
• Candidates will prepare & make presentations to any internal /external client level.

Required Skills (Technical Competency):

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required (Mechanical, Chemical, Aeronautical/Aerodynamic, or equivalent degrees from an ABET accredited college/university will be considered)
• Minimum 7years of experience as an active Project Manager in an engineering environment like production, manufacturing, or project execution
• Experience with Gantt charts and Scheduling & SAP
• An interest and proficiency in project execution and a curiosity about providing leadership within a collaborative engineering team.
• Possess and demonstrates a high degree of tact and integrity; capable of communicating with Management, Peers, Shop Personnel, and Clients
• Broad technical background, high attention to detail, and excellent written and oral communication skills
• Good digital literacy and experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power-Point) and basic 2D/3D CAD
• Willing and able to travel domestically with short notice.
• Travel is variable and as needed but estimated in the range of 10-20% per year.
• Experience in Oil & Gas / Power Generation Industry experience
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