Project Manager

Apache Industrial; El Dorado (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Apache Industrial seeks a Project Manager to lead the full project lifecycle in construction-related environments. You will coordinate with clients, architects, engineers and field teams to plan, budget, and schedule projects from award through completion, ensuring alignment with contracts and safety standards.

The role requires strong leadership, contract interpretation, KPI tracking, and proactive communication with stakeholders to drive on-time delivery and financial health of the project.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in construction management and industrial services.
• PMP or similar certification preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all elements of project execution from award to completion, including monitoring schedules, budgets, and manpower expenditures.
• Attend bid meetings and site walks; understand customer requirements and may estimate work or work with Estimator.
• Set up kickoff and contract review with stakeholders; define schedules, scope, and productivity metrics.
• Execute change orders, document scope changes, and capture cost differences including revenue.
• Perform continual project reviews with client, leadership, and contracted parties.
• Maintain stakeholder communication and promptly communicate scope changes or issues to ensure smooth operations.
• Own KPIs and ensure projects progress according to budget with project controls.
• Provide financial health updates and oversee project invoicing (payroll and T&M).
• Adhere to quality, safety, and contract requirements.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Contract interpretation

KPI tracking

Project scheduling

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, project management or related field

PMP or other certifications preferred

Job description

Position Summary

The Project Manager is the customer’s primary point of contact and manages the full project lifecycle, from initial project planning phases through completion of construction. Meets with clients, architects, engineers, and other personnel to establish project plans, budgets, and schedules.

Job Description

Position Title: Project Manager

Position Reports To: Area Manager, VP

Essential Functions

• Manages and leads all elements of the project execution project from award to completion, including monitoring project schedules, work assignments, budgets, & manpower expenditures.
• Attend bid meetings/job walk to understand all customer requirements, scope of work, and job site conditions. May estimate work and prepare proposals based on information or work with Estimator.
• Set up project kickoff meeting and contract review with stakeholders. Communicate project requirements and work with the field leadership to define job schedules, work scope, productivity metrics, etc.
• Executes the change order, documenting the change in scope, and capturing the appropriate cost differences including revenue.
• Perform continual project reviews with client, company leadership, internal project staff, contracted parties.
• Establish and maintain communication with the stakeholders and promptly communicate work scope changes and/or issues that may arise to ensure smooth operations through scope of work changes or any issues that may arise.
• Own KPIs and ensure projects are progressing according to budget through project controls.
• Responsible for financial health of the project and providing progress updates.
• Ensure compliance for quality, safety and job executed per customer contract.
• Provide oversight on project invoicing, such as payroll and T&M sheets.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• 5+ years of construction management, oil, and gas, and/or industrial services experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, project management or another related field preferred or equivalent experience in industry.
• PMP or other certifications preferred (not required)

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to manage and lead cross-functional teams.
• Ability to interpret contracts; knowledge and understanding of contract language.
• Deep knowledge in various crafts and technical knowledge.
• Understanding of project finance and accounting.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with craftsmen, leadership, customers.
• Positive, motivating attitude and strong work ethic.
• Ability to measure KPIs and drive productivity
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Financial and business acumen.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships.
• Customer/client orientation.
• Ability to identify and seek needed information/research skills.
• Project scheduling skills.
• Project management skills.

Work Conditions/Physical Demands

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Work that includes moving objects up to 40 pounds.
• No adverse environmental conditions expected.
• Frequent travel may be required as needed