Engineering Project Manager

E Tech Group; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Generous PTO

Learning and growth

Job summary

E Tech Group in the United States is seeking a Project Manager to lead large projects and possibly multiple endeavors, including coordination with subcontractors and budget ranges from $50K to $3.0M+. You will guide design, procurement, implementation, and commissioning, ensuring technical and financial success.

You will develop proposals, align client goals with project teams, and drive scope, schedule, and cost control to meet profitability targets.

Qualifications

• BS Engineering degree or equivalent education/experience background.
• At least 3 years of dedicated project management experience or 5+ years in a project engineering environment.
• Proficient in project management principles, methods, and tools.
• Ability to implement PMI-based standards and mentor others.

Responsibilities

• Lead Proposal Development – scope, schedule, and cost estimates; PM methodology and pricing; facilitate handoff from Business Development.
• Manage Client Communication – ensure effective communication between client, project team, Business Development, and management at all phases.
• Project Schedule and Plan – develop labor resource and procurement plans to meet schedule and cash-flow objectives.
• Drive Scope – maintain defined scope and ensure contract requirements; manage Change Orders and opportunities.
• Maintain Cost – develop and maintain budgets; forecast costs and manage EAC/contingency.
• Lead the Project Team – guide the team to meet milestones on time and budget; coordinate with Operations for resource allocation; communicate progress.
• Present regular project updates to customers and internal stakeholders; adopt PMO standards and new tools.
• Develop understanding of E TECH GROUP’s PMLC cycle and act as an ambassador of core values.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Risk Management

Education

BS Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Job description

At E Tech Group, joining our team means joining a group of passionate and forward-thinkingexperts. We’re one of the largest engineering and system integration firms in the United States providing value for our clients through IT automation and control solutions for more than 30 years to the Life Sciences, Mission Critical, Metals & Mining, Warehousing & Distribution, and CPG/Food & Beverage industries. Our national and global scale allows us to help our clients develop and implement standardized solutions at any of their facilities regardless of physical location or the local resources available at that site.

We are seeking a Project Manager to lead a large project or multiple project efforts, which may include subcontractors, high dollar value material content and multiple resources within the Mission Critical Industry. Your responsibilities will include the management and coordination of the design, procurement, implementation, and commissioning phases of projects, including the commercial, financial, and technical success of projects ranging from $50K to $3.0M+.

You will take a leadership role in developing project proposals and vetting project cost estimates. You will develop and communicate a clear understanding of the client’s project goals and maintain the company’s alignment to these goals, enabling your team to exceed client expectations and budgeted profitability.

As a Project Manager, You Will:

• Lead Proposal Development – Participate in proposal scope, schedule, and cost estimates, as well as Project Management methodology and project pricing and structure. Prepare for a successful handoff from Business Development.
• Manage Client Communication – Ensure effective communication between the client, the project team, Business Development, and the management team at all phases of the project. Be effective at resolving scope, schedule and cost issues as they arise.
• Project Schedule and Plan – Develop the project labor resource plan and procurement plan to meet the client’s schedule objective and project cash flow requirements.
• Drive Scope – Maintain firm control of scope and compliance with specifications and contract requirements. Ensure that scope is well defined and communicated, and proactively obtain any required Change Orders, develop additional scope opportunities which may serve the client’s objective.
• Maintain Cost – Develop and maintain project cost budgets and reports; manage estimated cost at completion, earned value, and contingency. Forecast monthly project costs avoiding cost overruns.
• Lead the Project Team – Lead the project team in achieving the project tasks and milestones on schedule and under budget. Work closely with the Operations group to ensure that the right resources are assigned to the project at the optimal time. Communicate project progress to the team and to the client and be an effective advocate for the project team. Identify project risks in advance and mobilize the necessary resources to mitigate risks.
• Present regular project activity and financial updates on projects to large audiences of customers and/or internal associates/management/Executives.
• Become proficient in the extensive use of the E TECH GROUP PMO Methods, Tools and Process specific to project management standards.
• Participate in the implementation of new project management tools that will be utilized across the enterprise.
• Develop a strong level of understanding of E TECH GROUP’s Project Management Life (PMLC) Cycle Stages.
• Be an ambassador who embodies our Core Values, prioritizing the success of E Tech Group, our clients, and the professional development of our associates.

You Have:

• BS Engineering degree or equivalent education/experience background.
• At least 3 years of dedicated project management experience or 5+ years in a project engineering environment.
• Proficient in the utilization of project management principles, methods, and tools.
• Ability to implement Project Management Institute (PMI) based standards into the E TECH GROUP culture, and serve as a mentor to other associates.
• Proven project leadership on difficult projects, applications, solutions, and situations.
• Proven performance in a stressful environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• The ability to utilize technology to lead geographically dispersed project teams.
• Experience managing contracts and/or subcontractors.
• Experienced in the use of project management software such as MS Project.
• Familiarity with industrial controls projects.
• Experience with project budget / fiscal accountability.
• A DNA comprised of collaboration and teamwork.

You May Have:

• Controls Engineering background.
• Experience with true design projects (EOR).
• PMP Certified preferred
• Experience managing control system, HMI, plant data historian, and other industrial projects

Benefits & Perks:

• 401k + match + prompt enrollment. E Tech Group employees are 100% vested upon entry.
• Prompt enrollment into Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off that includes paid vacation, paid holidays, paid family leave and sick time off.
• Learning and growth are key parts of the E Tech culture. We provide you with training and continuing education from day one, so you canadvance your career. As an E Tech associate, youcan unlock your greatest potential through challenges and opportunities.

E Tech Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law. E Tech Group will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for religious beliefs. E Tech Group is an Aff…