Project Manager

Petrotech

New Orleans (LA)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Petrotech Inc. in New Orleans, LA seeks a Project Manager to lead turnkey turbomachinery control projects. You will coordinate technical execution, manage customer relationships, and drive profitability while ensuring high-quality solutions and strong customer satisfaction.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, 5+ years in control systems and project management, and PMP/ PMI certification is a plus. Travel and site visits are possible as part of project delivery.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related technical field.
PMP or PMI certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop and oversee comprehensive project plans, ensuring technical specifications and contractual commitments are met.
Lead project execution, including scheduling, delivery, and payment management.
Act as the primary point of contact for customers, fostering strong relationships and ensuring clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.
Prepare and manage change orders, control project scope, and ensure on time delivery.
Collaborate with Finance to manage cash flow and maintain project profitability.
Conduct critical path analysis, track schedule variances, and implement corrective actions as needed.
Monitor project costs and performance metrics, and initiate corrective measures to keep projects within scope, schedule, and budget.
Coordinate with suppliers, fabricators, and customer teams to resolve technical, scheduling, and commercial issues.
Contribute actively to the Quality Improvement Process to enhance project execution standards.

Skills

Control system design

Scheduling

Client communications

Budgeting & cost control

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business/related field

PMP or PMI certification (nice to have)

Job description

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Project Manager

Full Time New Orleans, LA, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1020

Position Title Project Manager

Reports To Director of Project Management

Location New Orleans, LA (Houston, TX may be considered)

FLSA Status Exempt

Date August 2026

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and results driven Project Manager to lead Petrotech Inc.’s complex turbomachinery control projects. In this key role, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of turnkey control system projects by coordinating technical execution, managing customer relationships, and driving project profitability. Your technical expertise, leadership skills, and ability to navigate commercial and technical challenges will be essential in maintaining our reputation for delivering high quality solutions and achieving a high level of customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and oversee comprehensive project plans, ensuring technical specifications and contractual commitments are met.
Lead project execution, including scheduling, delivery, and payment management.
Act as the primary point of contact for customers, fostering strong relationships and ensuring clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.
Prepare and manage change orders, control project scope, and ensure on time delivery.
Collaborate with Finance to manage cash flow and maintain project profitability.
Conduct critical path analysis, track schedule variances, and implement corrective actions as needed.
Monitor project costs and performance metrics, and initiate corrective measures to keep projects within scope, schedule, and budget.
Coordinate with suppliers, fabricators, and customer teams to resolve technical, scheduling, and commercial issues.
Contribute actively to the Quality Improvement Process to enhance project execution standards.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related technical field. PMP or PMI certification is a plus.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in control system engineering and project management within the industrial automation sector.
Proven success managing complex projects involving control system design and build and startup activities.

Technical Skills

Deep understanding of control system design, including control panels, instrumentation, PLC/DCS/HMI programming, testing, and field commissioning.
Ability to analyze project schedules, costs, and technical issues and implement effective solutions.
Strong communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with clients, suppliers, and internal teams.

Soft Skills

Excellent leadership, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
Strong organizational and problem solving capabilities.
Adaptable to changing project demands with a proactive approach to risk management.
Effective communicator with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate project team members, including technical staff, suppliers, and subcontractors.

Physical Requirements

Ability to travel domestically and internationally, typically less than 15% of the time.
Willingness to visit customer sites, suppliers, and industrial facilities as required.

Working Conditions