Lead Project Manager

3010 HYDRIL USA DISTRIBUTION; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HMH is seeking a Lead Project Manager in Houston, TX to ensure successful delivery of subsea equipment projects, post-sales support, and client satisfaction. You will manage scope, timelines, budgets, and resources while coordinating cross-functional teams across engineering, procurement, and services.

The role requires 5+ years of project leadership experience, strong communication, and proficiency with MS Project and JIRA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 5+ years in projects/production.
• Strong communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience delivering complex projects with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Project Delivery Excellence: Lead the timely delivery of services, upgrades, and new-built projects, within scope, timelines and budget.
• Scope Definition and Stakeholder Engagement: Define project scope and objectives with business goals and technical feasibility.
• Robust Project Planning: Develop comprehensive plans to track progress and anticipate challenges.
• Change Management: Manage changes in scope, schedule, and costs with risk mitigation.
• Performance Measurement: Use systems/tools to measure performance and identify optimization opportunities.
• Effective Communication: Regularly report status to stakeholders and escalate issues as needed.
• Client Relationship Management: Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Risk Mitigation: Conduct risk assessments and implement proactive strategies.
• Vendor Relationship Management: Manage third-party vendors and service providers.
• Documentation Management: Maintain comprehensive project documentation and status reports.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

MS Project

JIRA

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent (5+ years related experience)

Tools

MS Project

JIRA

Job description

About us

HMH is a leading provider of drilling solutions, offering a wide range of products and services that are designed to be the safest and most efficient in the industry. Apart from our expertise in land and offshore operations, we are continuously expanding our knowledge within subsea mining, geothermal, onshore and offshore construction, as well as offshore wind industries. With offices in 16 countries across five continents, HMH maintains a strong global presence. HMH is a frontrunner in developing and providing automation and digital solutions for our drilling customers to support their endeavor to improve efficiency and environmental footprint. Equipped with its brilliant team of engineers, HMH is committed to actively exploring opportunities in other industries. For us, this means new opportunities and challenges that we need creativity and great minds to solve in our efforts to innovate our future. Do you want to join our team? At HMH we value our employees. We offer exciting job opportunities that will give you the opportunity to grow in your role and give you the professional development you deserve. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, you will join a casual and inclusive work environment. Our environment is based on respect and having a good day at work, so you can expect to join a knowledgeable, global team who help each other to succeed.

Join Our Team

Our Project Management Team is dedicated to delivering exceptional post-sales support to our global customers. We ensure seamless assistance from project initiation through to completion for subsea equipment, including comprehensive full stream packages. Our commitment includes providing expert technical support, reliable services, and promptly addressing any customer requests to ensure optimal performance and satisfaction.

Role Summary

As a Lead Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of projects, maintaining profitability, and ensuring utmost customer satisfaction through efficient management of project-related activities and resources.

Responsibilities

• Project Delivery Excellence: Lead the timely delivery of services, upgrades, and new-built projects, ensuring adherence to predefined scope, timelines, and budgetary constraints.
• Scope Definition and Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to define project scope and objectives, ensuring alignment with business goals and technical feasibility.
• Robust Project Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans to effectively track progress, anticipate potential challenges, and facilitate proactive decision-making.
• Change Management: Employ appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule, and costs, while mitigating associated risks.
• Performance Measurement: Utilize suitable systems, tools, and methodologies to measure project performance and identify areas for optimization.
• Effective Communication: Regularly report project status to relevant stakeholders and elevate issues to management as necessary to ensure transparency and alignment.
• Client Relationship Management: Cultivate strong relationships with clients and other stakeholders, serving as the primary point of contact and ensuring their needs are met throughout the project lifecycle.
• Risk Mitigation: Conduct thorough risk assessments and implement proactive risk management strategies to minimize project risks and ensure successful outcomes.
• Vendor Relationship Management: Establish and maintain productive relationships with third-party vendors and service providers to ensure seamless collaboration and fulfillment of project requirements.
• Documentation Management: Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and other relevant records to support effective project governance and knowledge transfer.

Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 5 years of work experience)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in projects, services, or related production experience.
• Proven track record of managing teams to deliver project objectives.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, manage competing priorities, and adapt to changing circumstances in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in project management software/tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA) and Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Information

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis, now or in the future, without employer sponsorship for employment visa status No relocation assistance Location Houston, TX (JFK) HMH is a premier drilling solutions provider - delivering a broad portfolio of products and services that are designed to be the safest and most efficient in the industry. In addition to our land and offshore capabilities, we have expertise in subsea mining, geothermal, onshore and offshore construction, and onshore wind industries. HMH has a global presence spanning five continents with offices in 16 countries. HMH is a frontrunner in developing and providing automation and digital solutions for our drilling customers to support their endeavor to improve efficiency and environmental footprint. Equipped with its brilliant team of engineers, HMH is committed to actively exploring opportunities in other industries. For us, this means new opportunities and challenges that we need creativity and great minds to solve in our efforts to innovate our future.