Project Manager II

Phantom Staffing; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A project management staffing firm in Ohio is seeking an experienced Project Manager to plan and execute projects according to internal best practices. The role involves tracking project performance, managing budgets, and leading project teams. Ideal candidates should have strong leadership skills, knowledge of the food or pharmaceutical processes, and excellent communication abilities. The position offers opportunities for growth and collaboration with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute the project according to Project Management System and internal best practices.
• Track project performance and meet budgetary objectives until closure.
• Prepare and manage staffing plans and identify the need for resources.
• Manage the project team and organize internal meetings.

Skills

Knowledge of food and/or cosmetic and/or pharmaceutical process

Comprehension of P&IDs, isometrics, layout, 3D drawing and functional description

Competency in MS suite and other data entry softwares

Strong leadership skills

Ability to work autonomously

Good organizational skills

Great communication and interpersonal skills

Job description

• Plan and execute the project according to our Project Management System and internal best practices in place
• Track Project performance and meet budgetary objectives until project closure. Manage project budgets and report estimated versus actual costs, against physical progress. Analyze and explain technical and budgetary variances
• Carry out project closeout, prepare project postmortem and report final project KPIs
• Play an active role in maintaining the good relationship between the company and the client
• Liaison with all project stakeholders throughout project lifecycle and main point of contact for customer on project related communication
• Execute and follow requests for modification to orders in compliance with contractual agreement and per internal rules
• Prepare and manage staffing plans - Identify the need for internal and external resources
• Manage the project team, organize and lead internal meetings. Organize and conduct project meetings (Kick Off Meeting, Weekly, Fortnightly, etc.) throughout the lifecycle of the project
• Apply standard Engineering practices to complete and/or review calculations, spreadsheets, drawings, piping layouts, and functional descriptions. Plan and coordinate with various departments the completion of tasks / milestones: to be delivered on time and on spec: design review, P&ID, 3D, highlighted P&IDs
• Manage and validate the technical calculations, specifications
• Work closely with the Supply Chain department: Plan the Supply Chain Kick Off meeting and comply with internal purchase order rules of engagements
• Write and validate reception protocols and approve installations
• Coordinate shop fabrication and onsite installation on assigned projects (may oversee equipment installation as necessary)
• Organize and facilitate acceptance tests (Simulations, FAT, SAT, Qualifications)
• Schedule and supervise the start-up
• Document project handover and execute Provisional and Final Acceptance certificates
• Prepare and provide project status reports to upper management/direct supervisor

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of food and/or cosmetic and/or pharmaceutical process
• Comprehension of P&IDs, isometrics, layout, 3D drawing and functional description
• Competency in MS suite and other data entry softwares
• Strong leadership skills
• Ability to work autonomously and to complete tasks without supervision
• Good organizational skills
• A strong interest in technical tasks along with a strong willingness to learn
• Great communication and interpersonal skills