Senior Project Manager

Thermo Systems LLC.; West Memphis (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonuses

401(k) with company match

Health care packages

Casual dress policy

Training programs

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation time

Team bonding events

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in West Memphis, AR, is seeking a Project Manager to oversee control system projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, 10+ years of experience, and at least 5 years managing projects. Key responsibilities include liaising with customers and trade partners, ensuring projects meet deadlines and budgets, and training junior staff. The role offers competitive salary, bonuses, and relocation opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of total experience, with at least 5 years as a project manager.
• History of managing control system projects.
• Ability to adapt to changing demands and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee control system projects from proposal to closeout.
• Build relationships with customers and contractors.
• Monitor project progress and adjust as needed.
• Provide guidance and training to junior staff.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Mechanical Skills

Customer Relations

Risk Identification

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or relevant field

10+ years total experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Project / PM software

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for planning and overseeing a wide variety of control system projects; from proposal generation through closeout. Based onsite in West Memphis, AR, this role coordinates internal and external personnel to complete projects on time and under budget. Undertakes strategic projects, or multiple projects of varying size. Works with technical staff and seeks guidance from experienced project leads, the company directors, and principals. Provides guidance and training to junior project managers.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science; Engineering or other pertinent curriculum combined with relevant technical experience.
• Typically, 10+ years total experience with at least 5+ years as a project manager.
• Proven Track Record: 2+ year as previous level

Duties and Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Excellent field experience and understands the roles of associated trades.
• Shows initiative by seeking out new responsibilities.
• Builds relationships with customers and contractors.
• Exhibit proficiency in Microsoft operating systems and Office tools.
• Demonstrate the ability to assist other project members during system installation and commissioning.
• Possess and apply strong hands-on mechanical capabilities.
• Understands control system design and how it interfaces with other systems.
• Understands electrical and mechanical system design and how decisions can impact process and safety.
• Practice procedures outlined in the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) daily.
• Demonstrate the ability to proof-read all project related documentation.
• Consistently champions safety policies in the office and the field.
• Has an open mind, especially with opposing viewpoints.
• Adapts to changing demands of the situation.
• Understands and enforces quality requirements on subcontractors.

Project Management Responsibilities

• Communicate in an effective, positive, and proactive manner with customers and trade partners.
• Complete assigned tasks accurately, on schedule, and under budget.
• Understand the scope of work assigned, identify when issues arise that are beyond that scope, and effectively resolve those with customer and team.
• Seeks opportunities for new work with customers and contractors.
• Understands and anticipates customer needs.
• Meets and exceeds client expectations.
• Accurately estimates the duration and difficulty of tasks.
• Provides accurate project forecasts and projections.
• Anticipates possible issues that may arise during a project and proactively plans solutions.
• Monitors project progress and adjusts as required.
• Ensures the team adheres to a realistic schedule and budget.
• Capable of creating scope of work for subcontractors and overseeing execution of subcontractor contract.
• Participates in generation and administration of change orders.
• Demonstrates an awareness of project contracts and specifications.
• Promotes a positive/collaborative team culture.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Where applicable, directs and oversees junior or subordinate staff members regarding construction, operations, and/or maintenance tasks and assignments at a project site.

Required Skills and Abilities

In addition to Project Manager II skills and abilities:

• Performs well under pressure.
• Is a stabilizing force in times of uncertainty.
• Is committed to the success of the organization above the success of himself/herself.
• Is willing to take on undesirable responsibilities to help the team.
• Gives discretionary effort to help the team succeed.
• Networks effectively across the organization.
• Appropriately conveys ideas so others listen.
• Ability to identify and mitigate risks.
• As required, expected to be 25-50%.
• This is an onsite position located in West Memphis, AR. As projects expand, this role may be expected to relocate in the future, offering the opportunity to support new sites and gain exposure to additional large-scale data center builds. Candidates must be open to relocation.

On Call

• Per project requirements.

Work Authorization/Other Requirements

• Proof of eligibility to work in the country where the position is located is required.
• Maintain a valid drivers license.
• Fit for Duty at all times

Culture

Model Thermo Systems core values of employee success, customer success and financial strength by:

• Seeking new and additional business through project change orders, additional services to existing customers, and referrals for new customers/projects. Drive financial success.
• Be a good teammate, support your colleagues, promote a positive atmosphere for those around you. Drive employee success.
• Go the extra mile for your customer, take ownership of their needs, over communicate. Drive customer success.
• Foster an environment of integrity, trust, collaboration, professionalism, serving one another, leading by example, and assuming good intent each and every day.

What You'll Get

• Competitive salary, annual bonuses, 401(k) with company match, and business travel reimbursement: We appreciate our employees, and we make sure they know it.
• Benefits: We offer full-time employees multiple healthcare packages, including low-cost options.
• Casual Dress: Every day is "Casual Friday"; we want you to be comfortable when you come to work.
• Training: We offer in-house and factory technical training to keep our staff sharp.
• Tuition Reimbursement: We encourage academic advancement and professional credentialing.
• Vacation/Sick Time: We believe work-life balance is essential. Ensuring our employees have time to truly relax and recharge is important to us.
• Culture & Extras: We provide free lunches, regular team bonding & fun office events, and plenty of company swag.

Thermo Systems provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.