Project Manager I

W-Industries; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short and long term disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

W-Industries in Houston is looking for a Project Manager 1 to lead assigned projects, ensuring delivery meets safety, quality, and cost standards. You will be responsible for project planning, budget control, and maintaining client relationships.

The role requires 3-6 years of relevant experience, preferably in engineering or project management. The company offers competitive benefits including medical insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in project coordination or related fields.
• 0–2 years of project management experience preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver assigned projects from planning to closeout.
• Establish and track project budgets and schedules.
• Serve as primary client contact from project handover through completion.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Analytical problem-solving

Proficiency in project management software

Time management skills

Customer relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

PMP or equivalent certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

The Project Manager 1 (PM-1) is responsible for leading and delivering assigned projects from initial planning through closeout, while meeting company standards for safety, quality, cost, and schedule performance.

Success in this role means balancing technical requirements, commercial priorities, and team dynamics to deliver high-quality results for a project load of around $10M in total value.

Requirements

Project Planning & Schedule Management

• Develop and maintain the project schedule, establishing key milestones and deliverables.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, production, and field teams to maintain schedule integrity.
• Proactively identify schedule risks and implement recovery or mitigation plans.

Budget & Cost Control

• Establish and track project budgets, including labor, material, and subcontractor costs.
• Monitor actual costs vs. budget.
• Collect and validate data from procurement, engineering, and production.
• Provide internal updates on cost status to the lead PM or PMO Manager.

Change & Risk Management

• Evaluate and process change requests, securing approvals before initiating work.
• Identify project risks, maintain a risk register, and lead mitigation planning with stakeholders.
• Escalate critical issues and implement contingency measures as required.

Client & Stakeholder Relationships

• Serve as the primary customer contact from project handover through completion.
• Lead client and internal project meetings; communicate progress, challenges, and next steps.
• Foster positive relationships with vendors, subcontractors, and internal departments.

Quality & Compliance Oversight

• Verify that engineering and production outputs meet specifications and applicable codes and customer specifications.
• Ensure adherence to company safety and quality standards across all project phases.
• Monitor nonconformities and shortfalls for reporting and suggestions for process improvement.

Procurement & Vendor Coordination

• Support procurement activities, including vendor selection, PO release, expediting, and OEM/vendor production schedules.
• Monitor material and equipment deliveries to ensure alignment with project schedules.

Project Close-Out

• Confirm completion of punch-list items and final inspections.
• Verify completion of all project related AP and AR functions.
• Oversee compilation and archiving of close‑out documentation and lessons learned.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communicator with clients, team members, and leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Proficiency in project management software, scheduling tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Basic negotiation and conflict‑resolution abilities.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Customer relationship management experience.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Effective time‑management and organizational skills.
• Experience working with culturally diverse teams and global supply chains.
• Professional presence and sound decision‑making ability.

Minimum Experience Required

• 3–6 years of experience in project coordination, scheduling, controls, engineering, or design.
• 0–2 years of project management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple work packages or small projects.

Preferred Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification a plus.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical power systems and applicable codes (NEC, ANSI, NEMA, IEC).

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Offered Benefits

• 401(k)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long term Disability insurance
• Voluntary benefits
• FSA and HSA
• PTO

EEOC Statement

W‑Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We ensure that no applicant for employment or employee is denied an equal opportunity based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non‑merit‑based factors.

E‑Verify Notification

W‑Industries is a participant of E‑Verify. E‑Verify is an Internet‑based system that compares information entered by an employer from an employee’s Form I‑9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to records available to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to confirm employment eligibility.