Engineering Project Manager

Manifest Solutions; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Manifest Solutions is seeking an Engineering Project Manager for a hybrid role in Columbus, Ohio. The successful candidate will establish effective project scopes, manage construction projects, and collaborate with various teams to ensure timely and budget-compliant project completion.

Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field and at least 5 years of experience managing construction projects. The position requires strong communication skills and the ability to manage project budgets effectively.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing construction related projects.
• 3+ years’ experience working with pipeline construction contractors.
• 3+ years’ experience working with project budgets.

Responsibilities

• Establish effective scope, schedule, and cost baselines.
• Provide construction support to internal/external customers.
• Manage the planning, estimating, and permitting for projects.

Skills

Construction project management

Effective communication

Risk analysis

Budget management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction, or Project Management

Tools

Construction scheduling software

Microsoft Excel

Power Point

Job description

Manifest Solutions is currently seeking an Engineering Project Manager for a hybrid position in Columbus, OH.

• Establishes effective scope, schedule, and cost baselines and change management to measure progress against plans and identify when corrective actions are needed
• Safe/efficient high-quality construction work that complies with policies, practices, and standards
• Collaboration between project managers, project specialists, and contract construction inspectors
• Provides construction support for all internal/external customers
• Completes construction projects which meet customer expectations and budget requirements
• Promotes relationships with external municipalities and local authorities
• Timely and accurate invoice payments
• Effective team relationships throughout field and State staff functions
• Project success is based on the ability to complete all projects in a safe, reliable manner, within 5% of the cost estimate, on time and with no significant regulatory notices, violations, or citations
• Monitors and communicates progress of projects related to capital spends and projected spends, project status updates, inspector schedules, and land services requirements
• Manages the planning, estimating, permitting, scheduling, risk analysis, material procurement, agreements for land, engineering services, pipeline interconnects and reimbursements, prepares projects for bid process and assist with contractor selection, monitors field construction, and in-service facilitation and project close-out, progress and financial monitoring and additional project management of extraordinary gas transmission and distribution facilities and high profile projects requiring specialized project management support and oversight.
• Manages projects in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, ensuring safe, reliable service to customers in an efficient, economical manner.
• Collaborates and strategizes with peers within companies and in industry to ensure cost effective project management.
• Supports Engineering, New Business, and Sales & Services in cost estimating potential projects.
• Supports Local Operations through communications and commitment by applying input into projects.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction, Project Management, or other related field of study
• 5+ years’ experience managing construction related projects
• 3+ years’ experience working with pipeline construction contractors
• 3+ years’ experience working with project budgets
• Valid Driver’s License
• Travel Percentage: 30 - 40%

Preferred Additional Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Knowledge of gas system design and operations including gas flow, construction, contracts, and emergency response.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal operating codes and construction codes
• Proficiency with personal computers, construction scheduling software, Microsoft Excel, Power Point Presentations, and other computer software related to pipeline construction project management
• Working knowledge of operations support systems, i.e. WMS, etc