Project Manager

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors; Chickasaw (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors in Chickasaw, AL is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead moderately complex engineering projects from inception to completion. You will act as Owner’s Representative, manage scope, budget, procurement, and construction activities, and drive safety and quality outcomes on multi-discipline teams.

Ideal candidates hold a BS/MS in engineering with up to 10 years of PM experience and preferably PE/PMP credentials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineering and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) registration is highly preferred.
• Up to 10 years of relevant engineering and project management experience.
• Knowledge of the Hargrove project execution procedures and company engineering standards.
• Ability to lead a team and manage client relationships in complex situations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as Owner’s Representative for capital projects execution at Mobile and Baton Rouge sites.
• Oversee the management of projects from submission through final closure, including scope, risk, budget, design, procurement, construction, commissioning and closeout.
• Manage construction contractors across piping, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and civil/structural disciplines.
• Promote a strong safety culture and participate in safety audits and meetings.
• Prepare bid packages and RFPs and select best-value vendors.
• Forecast and manage capital expenditures and track earned value metrics in EcoSys.
• Coordinate with site and company personnel and external vendors to optimize resource use.
• Maintain project records and controlled documents.
• Perform monthly goods receipts and invoicing reviews.
• Conduct project control activities such as estimating, cost control, and scheduling updates.
• Travel to other plants and sites as needed to meet project scope.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Owner’s Representative

Risk management

Budgeting

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

EcoSys

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chickasaw, AL

Full time

2026-001323

What You'll Be Doing

Job Scope:

Generally responsible for performing all aspects of project management for moderately complex engineering project assignments ensuring total delivery of the services on time, within performance budget and quality expectations. This work will be performed under minimal supervision.

Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Act as Owner’s Representative for capital projects execution at Mobile and Baton Rouge sites.

• Provide support for the management of projects from project submission (Capital Kickoff) through final project closure (including scope development, risk assessments, budgeting, engineering/design, procurement, construction execution, commissioning, startup, and project closure documentation).

• Manage construction contractors for execution of field work in the piping, mechanical, electrical & instrumentation, civil/structural disciplines.

• Advocate for strong safety awareness with a consistent implementation of policies and procedures and participate in construction safety audits and contractor safety meetings. Enforce strong safety culture and target zero Recordables.

• Prepare bid packages and requests for proposals (RFP) for materials, equipment, and services. Condition bids received to ensure best-value vendor selection.

• Responsible for forecasting and managing capital expenditures monthly. Also includes management of earned value metrics and project status updates in “EcoSys” project management database.

• Interface with key site and company personnel to make maximum use of available resources. Such functions will include, but not limited to, site engineering resources, purchasing, operations, and business engineering, as well as equipment vendors, contracting firms.

• Oversee appropriate maintenance, retention, and modification of project records and controlled documents.

• Perform monthly goods receipts and invoicing reviews of equipment and service purchase orders.

• Perform project control activities such as estimating, cost control, scheduling updates.

• Travel may be required to other plants, vendors, suppliers, etc. as needed to meet project scope.

Ideal Background

Education:

Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or Civil Engineering from an accredited university is preferred.

Certification:

Professional Engineering and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) registration is highly preferred.

Experience:

This position requires up to 10 years of relevant experience in engineering and project management.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the Hargrove project execution procedures.

• Knowledge and application of company business standards and good practices.

• Knowledge and application of company engineering standards and project controls tools.

• Demonstrated proficiency in complex project management.

• Ability to lead a team to deliver on commitments.

• A comprehensive understanding of the function of all engineering disciplines, procurement, and construction processes.

• Ability to manage client relationships in complex situations.

• Ability to relate easily to others in the business community such as customers, suppliers, contractors, government, professional and trade associations.

• Ability to handle stress with poise.

• Understanding of existing and potential customer needs and preferences.

• Ability to delegate authority appropriately.

• Ability to clearly communicate expectations and requirements to team members and to structure accountability.

• Ability to set priorities.

• Demonstrated leadership ability with team orientation.

• Coaching and mentoring skills and experience.

• Excellent listening and communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Excellent presentation skills.

• Excellent leadership and organizational skills.

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.

Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.

As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Hargrove is passionate about serving our clients within our industry and the local economy, and we recognize that our impact goes beyond building great projects. Our extraordinary teammates serve the community with their time, talent, and generosity. The Hargrove team is a family whose volunteerism makes a huge impact on our communities, and The Hargrove Foundation is the vehicle for making a true difference in the lives of others.

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. Hargrove has consistently been ranked one of the “Best Firms to Work For” by organizations such as ZweigWhite and Business Alabama.

We pair expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. Our teammates strive to expand their knowledge and contribute to the success of the organization.

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