Engineering Project Manager - Paper Converting

The Foth Companies; Columbia (SC); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a results-oriented Project Manager to join their innovative team. This role offers the flexibility to work fully remote while engaging in diverse projects that contribute to client success. You will be the primary point of contact for clients, managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to budget and schedule, and fostering strong client relationships. With over 85 years of experience, this member-owned firm provides a collaborative and values-based environment, making it an exciting opportunity for professionals looking to grow in their careers.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Bonuses

Flexible Work Environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the paper converting industry.
• 3+ years of project management experience with multi-discipline teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact with clients for project activities.
• Manage project activities within budget and schedule.
• Develop new business opportunities through project execution.

Skills

Project Management

Engineering Design

Client Relations

Budget Management

Safety Planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 700 members across 29 locations are dedicated to solving our clients' toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart, caring team of colleagues, consider joining us at Foth.

Foth is currently seeking a team-focused, innovative, and results-oriented Project Manager who is looking for new learning experiences, opportunities for career growth, and a desire to contribute to our clients' success. This position offers the flexibility to work fully remote. Preference will be given to candidates located near a Foth office.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Serve as the primary point of contact with the client for project activities.
2. Work with clients to develop scope, proposals, resolve conflicts, and build the Foth relationship.
3. Develop and execute projects within budget, schedule, and contractual commitments.
4. Manage all project activities in accordance with the schedule and take responsibility for overall execution of work.
5. Document and execute all changes in scope of project.
6. Develop new business opportunities through excellent project execution.
7. Direct and coordinate the engineering design team, subcontractor activities, scope of work, and contract specifications.
8. Anticipate project staffing needs and provide input to the selection of project team members.
9. Establish objectives and provide performance feedback for project team members.
10. Work with procurement resources to solicit, bid, analyze, and award installation services / contracts.
11. Provide direction related to procurement of parts and equipment and develop or assist with the development of procurement plans when required.
12. Establish project safety plans and ensure its communication to all employees on the job.
13. Promote, support, and monitor safety policies of Foth and Foth's clients.
14. Work closely with construction management resources during installation phase of projects.
15. Develop or assist with the development of installation, technical check-out, and start-up plans.
16. Work with, and sometimes act as, the start-up leader on the installation portion of projects; coordinate OEM service representatives and contractors.
17. Anticipate problems and work with client, engineering, OEMs, subcontractors, and project teams to provide corrective actions.
18. Work internally and with the client to identify and execute efficiency gains for work processes.
19. Travel as needed for data gathering, design reviews, installs, start-ups, and troubleshooting (approximately 30% annual average).

Required qualifications and experience within the last 5 years:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Paper Science, Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical) or equivalent technical experience.
• 5+ years of experience within the paper converting industry.
• 3+ years of project management experience within the paper converting industry utilizing multi-discipline engineering teams.
• Prior experience in various contracting models such as time and materials, lump sum, guaranteed maximum, etc.
• Prior use of project management tools for schedule and financial tracking.
• Experience in capital project management.
• Experience in leading project scope definition efforts.
• Proficiency with MS Project.

Preferred qualifications and experience:

• 10+ years of experience within the paper converting Industry.
• 7+ years of project management experience within the paper converting industry utilizing multi-discipline engineering teams.
• Project Management Professional Certification or ability to obtain within 24 months of start date.
• Professional Engineer license.
• Prior experience in a consulting environment.
• Prior experience leading proposal generation with or without a request for proposal.
• Experience using Primavera P6.

The base compensation listed reflects a general range for the position. Actual compensation will vary based on experience, location, responsibility level, and licenses/certifications. Benefits include bonuses, medical, dental, vision insurance, and more. Please contact our recruiting team for specific benefits or compensation questions.

In some cases, we may consider an alternative position based on your skills and experience, which could result in a different compensation range.

Watch more about the Project Manager role at Foth: https://youtu.be/0KfCVz7wl5M

Why Foth:

Established Reputation: Over 86 years of experience, 100% member-owned.

Dynamic Culture: Values-based, client-centered, flexible environment, high retention rate.

Challenging Projects: Engage in diverse projects fostering growth.

Learn more at foth.com/careers

Foth is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans to apply. All locations are tobacco-free. Applicants will undergo drug testing as per policy.

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