Engineering Project Manager

powerdesigninc; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Power Design, a national company, seeks an Engineering Project Manager to lead engineering projects from inception to completion across the nation, collaborating with engineers, designers, stakeholders and contractors to deliver excellence on time and within budget.

You will assemble teams, manage budgets, assess risks, ensure quality, develop schedules, and communicate progress to clients while maintaining rigorous documentation and compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required.
• Master's degree or PMP certification is a plus.
• Proven experience in project management within engineering or technical environments.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and processes.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Proficiency with project management software.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations.
• Demonstrate Power Design values: integrity, accountability, teamwork, innovation, growth.

Responsibilities

• Assemble project teams, assign responsibilities, provide clear direction and guidance, and foster collaboration.
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and enforce cost control.
• Identify risks, assess impact, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Establish and enforce quality standards and ensure compliance.
• Develop schedules, monitor progress, and adjust timelines and resources.
• Maintain clear communication with stakeholders and clients, and provide status updates.
• Allocate and manage resources including personnel, equipment, and materials.
• Ensure scope remains defined and changes are documented and approved.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Oversee procurement, vendor selection, contracts, and supplier relationships.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Team leadership

Risk management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Engineering knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree

PMP certification

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

About the Position

Are you ready to lead, inspire, and innovate? The Engineering Project Manager plays a pivotal part in our mission to redefine excellence by leading our engineering projects from inception to completion efficiently, within budget, and with our high-quality standards. This role sits in the driver's seat, collaborating with a stellar team of engineers, designers, stakeholders, and contractors to bring our designs to life across the nation. Do you have what it takes?

Position Responsibilities

• Assemble project teams, assign responsibilities, provide clear direction and guidance, and foster a collaborative and efficient team environment.
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, ensure cost control throughout the project lifecycle, and identify and address budget variances.
• Identify potential risks, assess their impact, and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Establish and enforce quality standards and ensure that project deliverables meet or exceed client and regulatory requirements.
• Develop project schedules, set timelines, monitor progress, and adjust schedules and resources as needed to meet project deadlines.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with project stakeholders, team members, and clients as well as provide status updates and address project-related issues.
• Allocate and manage project resources including personnel, equipment, and materials.
• Ensure that project scope remains well-defined and that any scope changes are documented, approved, and incorporated into project plans.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive project documentation, including reports, plans, contracts, and technical specifications.
• Ensure that engineering projects comply with relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations.
• Manage the procurement process for necessary materials and services, including vendor selection, contracts, and supplier relationships.

Here’s What We’re Looking For

• A Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field (Master's degree or PMP certification is a plus).
• Proven experience in project management, preferably in an engineering or technical field.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and processes.
• Excellent project management skills, including proficiency in project management software.
• Effective leadership and team management abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations.
• Demonstrate and uphold Power Design’s core values, which include integrity, accountability, teamwork, innovation, and growth.

At Power Design, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Power Design believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is paramount to our success as a national company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool nationwide