Project Manager

Hargrove and Associates, Inc; Westlake (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Personal paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Hargrove is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead moderately complex engineering assignments, ensuring on-time, within-budget, and quality delivery under minimal supervision.

You will define scope, manage detailed plans (FEED → EPC → commissioning), control costs, and coordinate engineers, operations, and vendors while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
• PMP certification and/or project management experience preferred.
• Up to 10 years of relevant engineering and project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Define Scope, Objectives, and Deliverables for moderately complex engineering projects.
• Develop and manage detailed Project Plans and Schedules (FEED → EPC → commissioning).
• Control budget and financial performance within approved limits.
• Lead cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, maintenance, contractors, and vendors.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance per industry standards.
• Identify and mitigate technical, operational, environmental, and financial risks.
• Oversee procurement and contractor management; evaluate vendors and monitor performance.
• Monitor progress, KPIs, and implement corrective actions to stay on scope, schedule, and budget.
• Communicate with stakeholders and leadership with clear reporting and alignment.
• Manage change, quality, and project closeout activities.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Contract management

MS Office / project tools

Education

B.S./M.S. in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Excel

Job description

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.

• Define Scope, Objectives, and Deliverables -- Establish the full project scope, technical objectives, and success criteria, ensuring alignment with business and operational goals.
• Develop and Manage the Project Plan & Schedule -- Create detailed execution plans (often including FEED → EPC → commissioning phases), define activities, sequence work, and maintain the schedule baseline.
• Control Budget and Financial Performance -- Estimate costs, manage capital spend, track expenditures, and ensure the project is delivered within approved financial limits.
• Lead Cross-Functional Teams -- Coordinate engineers, operations, maintenance, contractors, and vendors - acting as the central point of accountability across all disciplines.
• Ensure Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Compliance -- Drive adherence to HSE requirements, environmental laws, and industry standards - typical in petrochemical facilities where risks are high.
• Manage Risk Proactively -- Identify technical, operational, environmental, and financial risks and implement mitigation strategies throughout the lifecycle.
• Oversee Procurement and Contractor Management -- Develop bid packages, evaluate vendors, and manage contractor performance to meet safety, quality, and schedule expectations.
• Monitor Progress and Control Project Execution -- Track KPIs, identify deviations from the plan, and implement corrective actions to keep the project on scope, schedule, and budget.
• Communicate with Stakeholders and Leadership -- Serve as the primary interface for Kronos leadership and operations stakeholders - providing clear, consistent reporting and alignment.
• Manage Change, Quality, and Project Closeout -- Control scope changes, ensure quality standards are met, and lead commissioning, handover, documentation, and lessons learned activities.

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.

• paid holidays
• personal paid time off
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• disability insurance
• 401(k)
• other benefits

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.

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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