Project Manager

Project Manager - Control Systems Engineering

Corpus Christi, TX

Contech is seeking individuals to manage Instrument, Electrical, and Automation projects in the chemical and petrochemical industries.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The Project Manager performs a wide range of duties including some or all of the following:

• Assist on proposal development and define the scope of the project in collaboration with management and technical leads.
• Determine the resources (time, budget, equipment, etc.) required to complete projects.
• Develop a schedule for project completion that effectively allocates the resources to the activities.
• Review the project schedule and budget with management and all other staff that will be affected by the project activities; revise the schedule and budget as required.
• Ensure that all project personnel receive an appropriate orientation to the organization and the project.
• Assist in contracting qualified personnel to work on projects as required.
• Execute projects according to the project plan.
• Set up files to ensure that all project information is properly documented and secured.
• Monitor the progress of the project and make adjustments as necessary, to ensure the successful completion of the project.
• Establish communication to update stakeholders, including appropriate staff in the organization, regarding the progress of the project.
• Review the quality of the work completed with the project team on a regular basis to ensure that it meets the project and client standards.
• Write reports on the project for management.
• Monitor and approve all budgeted project expenditures.
• Monitor cash flow projections and report actual cash flow and variance to client and management on a regular basis.
• Manage all project funds according to established accounting policies and procedures.
• Ensure that all financial records for the project are up to date.
• Ensure that the project deliverables are on time within budget and at the required level of quality.
• Evaluate the outcomes of the project as established during the planning phase.
• Review and accept customer purchase orders.
• Review and approve invoices from vendors and to be sent to clients.
• Support sales efforts as needed.
• Prepare and conduct Lesson Learned on projects.
• Conduct performance evaluations to personnel related to projects.

Requirements:

The Project Manager requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

• BS in engineering required, with a PE preferable.
• PMP is preferred.
• 10 years of hands-on Control System Engineering experience.
• 5 years of project management experience.
• Knowledge of Microsoft software products (Word, Excel, Project, etc.).
• Basic knowledge of accounting.

Working conditions are as follows:

• Position Type: Full Time.
• Standard Hours: Monday– Thursday 7:00 am to 5:30pm.
• Overtime: Occasionally.
• Range: Permanent.
• Travel: Maximum of 25%.