Project Manager - Engineering

Matrix Service Company; Tulsa (OK); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Wellness program

Adoption assistance

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Matrix Service Company seeks a Project Manager to direct multiple engineering projects of moderate risk and complexity. You will guide PMs, assess scope, resources, and client opportunities across regions including Tulsa.

The role requires strong PM, financial and leadership skills, with preference for PMI certification and a proven track record in on-time, on-budget project delivery.

Qualifications

• 4 year degree in Mechanical, Civil or Industrial Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent + 10 years exp if no degree.
• 8+ years in project management with P&L; supervisory experience preferred.
• PMI project management certification preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction, design, finance and PM processes.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication; strong negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct multiple engineering projects with cross-discipline scope.
• Develop new business opportunities for client groups or geographies.
• Plan, organize and staff key project positions with department heads.
• Oversee project performance against design, budget and schedule.
• Provide technical guidance on drawings and construction methods; issue change orders.
• Ensure profitable project execution and timely billings/collections.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Education

B.S. in Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial Eng or Construction Mgmt

10 years exp if no degree

PMI certification preferred

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Job Summary

The Project Manager is primarily responsible for providing overall direction and managing multiple engineering projects of moderate level risk, scope and complexity, usually involving multiple craft disciplines; as well as developing new business opportunities relative to a particular Client, groups of Clients or geographical area. Works independently; subject to policies and general management direction. Provides guidance to lower level PMs on policies and procedures, where applicable.

The Project Manager is primarily responsible for providing overall direction and managing multiple engineering projects of moderate level risk, scope and complexity, usually involving multiple craft disciplines; as well as developing new business opportunities relative to a particular Client, groups of Clients or geographical area. Works independently; subject to policies and general management direction. Provides guidance to lower level PMs on policies and procedures, where applicable.

This role can be filled in Houston, TX; Pittsburgh, PA; or Tulsa, OK.

Essential Functions

• Actively supports the Company’s commitment to safety and its “Core Values.”
• Represents the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s “Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.”
• Initiates and maintains liaison with client to facilitate engineering and construction activities, including assessing scope of work and resources required to successfully complete project.
• Represents Company at bid meetings, project meetings, strategy meetings, etc. as applicable to the project.
• Establishes project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policy, including preparing or overseeing complete estimate for selected project with a detailed review of proposal specifications, drawings, and contracting.
• Plans, organizes and staffs key positions through operational department heads or subordinate project/construction managers.
• Supervises and/or monitors through administrative direction of engineering to ensure project is delivered in accordance with design, budget, and schedule. Investigates potentially serious situations and implements corrective measures as necessary.
• Provides technical assistance (i.e., interpretation of drawings) and recommends construction methods and equipment as required. Initiates and maintains extra work estimating and issuance of change orders.
• Responsible for profit/loss accountability for projects managed. Manages financial aspects of contracts to protect company’s interest and simultaneously maintains good relationship with client. Confirms project billings and collections are current.
• Develops new business opportunities relative to a particular Client, groups of Clients, or geographical area.

Qualifications

• 4 year degree in Mechanical, Civil or Industrial Engineering, or Construction Management; or combination of equivalent education and 10 years job-related experience if no degree
• 8+ years job-related experience, prior project management/P&L experience preferred; includes 4+ previous supervisory experience
• Project Management Certification from PMI preferred
• Strong understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes and standards and their impact on project activities
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills; good negotiation skills
• Strong knowledge of construction, design, finance and project management
• Excellent computer skills including MS Word and Excel
• Demonstrated ability to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize performance
• Proven track record of bringing projects in on time, on schedule, within budget, and safely
• Ability to manage occasional heavy workloads with time sensitive deadlines, prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting project objectives
• Demonstrated dependability and self-motivation to work on projects; take initiative to resolve problems; understand resources available and use resources effectively to generate solutions

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Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program and adoption assistance.

At Matrix, we are dedicated to building a culture of engagement, respect, collaboration and teamwork.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.