Project Manager IV

Airswift; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift seeks a senior Project Manager IV to lead Instrumentation and Electrical capital projects in the oil and gas or petrochemical sector. You will own project delivery from FEL through close-out, building and guiding multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring safety, quality, and performance.

This role offers broad stakeholder exposure and meaningful project impact. Qualifications include 10+ years in PM within oil & gas, a PM/PE/ PMP pedigree, and a Bachelor's degree in Engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering.
• 10+ years of project management experience in the oil and gas or petrochemical industry.
• 5+ years as a Project Manager with sole accountability for project delivery.
• Desirable: 10+ years of project management experience in refining and/or petrochemical environments.
• Desirable: Experience with I&E capital projects in a refinery or petrochem facility.
• Desirable: 10+ years of refinery and/or petrochemical project management experience.
• Desirable: 10+ years of experience as a Project Manager with sole accountability for projects.
• Desirable: Working knowledge of industry practices, QA/QC requirements.
• Desirable: Knowledge of federal, state, local regulations and DOT requirements.
• Desirable: Experience managing engineering and construction contractors and multiple project teams.
• Desirable: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
• Desirable: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of small to mid-size Instrumentation and Electrical capital projects with sole accountability for project delivery.
• Assemble and lead a full-time project team to execute the work effectively and safely.
• Oversee preparation and implementation of the Project Execution Plan.
• Lead the FEL process, complete gate reviews, and secure management approvals.
• Manage project cost, schedule, procurement activities, and overall project performance.
• Lead contractor evaluation, bid review, award activities, and ongoing contractor performance management.
• Interview and approve contractor personnel assigned to the project.
• Set project safety expectations and lead the team to achieve safety goals.
• Ensure plant Operations and Maintenance personnel are engaged and understand project responsibilities.
• Ensure schedules are issued, reviewed, and used to drive delivery performance.
• Maintain accuracy of cost estimates and monthly cash flow forecasts.
• Establish effective management of vendors, fabricators, and specialty contractors where required.
• Ensure quality processes are followed throughout project delivery.
• Develop, gain approval for, and manage project KPIs and performance metrics.
• Lead development of risk management plans and provide presentations to stakeholders at various levels.
• Ensure timely and efficient project close-out.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

Risk management

Cost control

Vendor management

Safety leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Position Overview

This Project Manager IV opportunity is suited to a senior engineering professional with extensive experience delivering capital projects in the oil and gas or petrochemical sector. The Project Manager IV will lead full project execution across small to mid-size Instrumentation and Electrical projects, with accountability for planning, delivery, performance, and close-out. This Project Manager IV position offers the chance to work across key project stages, lead multidisciplinary teams, and drive safe, high-quality outcomes in a technically demanding environment. For candidates seeking a Project Manager IV role with broad project ownership and stakeholder exposure, this position offers strong scope and impact.

Role Context

This role sits within capital project delivery focused on Instrumentation and Electrical projects in the oil and gas or petrochemical industry. The position involves leading small to mid-size projects through FEL, execution, and project close-out, while working closely with contractors, plant Operations and Maintenance personnel, vendors, and wider project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of small to mid-size Instrumentation and Electrical capital projects with sole accountability for project delivery.
• Assemble and lead a full-time project team to execute the work effectively and safely.
• Oversee preparation and implementation of the Project Execution Plan.
• Lead the FEL process, complete gate reviews, and secure management approvals.
• Manage project cost, schedule, procurement activities, and overall project performance.
• Lead contractor evaluation, bid review, award activities, and ongoing contractor performance management.
• Interview and approve contractor personnel assigned to the project.
• Set project safety expectations and lead the team to achieve safety goals.
• Ensure plant Operations and Maintenance personnel are engaged and understand project responsibilities.
• Ensure schedules are issued, reviewed, and used to drive delivery performance.
• Maintain accuracy of cost estimates and monthly cash flow forecasts.
• Establish effective management of vendors, fabricators, and specialty contractors where required.
• Ensure quality processes are followed throughout project delivery.
• Develop, gain approval for, and manage project KPIs and performance metrics.
• Lead development of risk management plans and provide presentations to stakeholders at various levels.
• Ensure timely and efficient project close-out.

Qualifications & Experience

• Essential: Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering.
• Essential: 10+ years of project management experience in the oil and gas or petrochemical industry.
• Essential: 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager with sole accountability for project delivery.
• Desirable: 10+ years of project management experience in refining and/or petrochemical environments.
• Desirable: Experience with I&E capital projects in a refinery or petrochem facility.
• Desirable: 10+ years of refinery and/or petrochemical project management experience.
• Desirable: 10+ years of experience as a Project Manager with sole accountability for projects.
• Desirable: Working knowledge of industry recommended practices, design methods, and QA/QC requirements.
• Desirable: Working knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations, industry standards, and DOT requirements.
• Desirable: Experience managing engineering and construction contractors and multiple project teams.
• Desirable: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
• Desirable: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

About Airswift

Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider within the energy, process and infrastructure industries. Airswift serves as a strategic partner to clients, offering a turnkey workforce solution to capture and deliver the top talent needed to complete successful projects by aligning with unique hiring needs. With over 1000 employees and 9,000 contractors operating in over 60 countries, Airswift’s geographical reach and talent network are extensive.