Project Manager ll

Blue Signal Search; Illinois; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

On-site wellness centers

Gym reimbursements

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Blue Signal Search is supporting a client in Illinois seeking a Senior Project Manager II to oversee capital projects. This full-time, exempt role reports to the Regional Capital Projects Manager and partners with a seasoned team to ensure projects meet time, scope, and budget targets.

Travel up to 20% may be required for project assignments outside the office. Responsibilities include defining objectives, coordinating planning, monitoring costs, and providing stakeholder updates through all

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years managing several industrial projects of varying complexity.
• Experience with cost engineering and KPIs.
• Proficiency in industrial process project planning, scheduling, multi-craft trades.
• Experience with project commissioning methods.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office apps including Project and Primavera.
• Strong written and verbal English communication.
• Ability to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Define project objectives and coordinate planning and delivery with a clear roles and responsibility framework.
• Oversee project execution, including cost estimation and adherence to guidelines.
• Provide regular project updates to stakeholders throughout the lifecycle.
• Manage changes in project scope and escalate risk as needed.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and safety, quality, and operations standards.
• Promote contractor safety through proactive measures and safety metrics.
• Collaborate to develop documentation for training, commissioning, and maintenance.

Skills

Project management

Cost engineering

Scheduling

Stakeholder comms

Safety compliance

Travel-ready

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera

Job description

Our client has an impressive industry reputation based on quality customer service, attention to detail, and a high commitment to ethics. They are hiring a Project Manager to oversee capital projects in one of their locations.

The Project Manager II role is a full-time, salaried, exempt position that reports to the Regional Capital Projects Manager, working closely with a well-established team. This role is responsible for overseeing various project initiatives, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.

This Role Offers:

• Dynamic career progression opportunities within a company known for its significant community impact and commitment to ethical, fair business practices.
• Work in a culture celebrated for high standards of honesty, integrity, and respect, recognized by Newsweek and Fortune Magazine for its outstanding workplace environment.
• Generous wellness support including medical coverage, on-site wellness centers, gym reimbursements, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Potential travel up to 20% if assigned to projects outside of office.

Focus:

• Define project objectives and coordinate the planning and delivery of projects using a clear roles and responsibility framework.
• Oversee project execution, including cost estimation and adherence to established project guidelines.
• Provide regular project updates to stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, from initial concept through execution, commissioning, and completion.
• Manage changes in project scope and escalate risk management concerns as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with all local regulations and company safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Promote contractor safety through proactive measures and safety metrics.
• Ensure the reliability and safety of equipment are maintained during project implementation.
• Collaborate with the project team to develop necessary documentation for training, commissioning, maintenance, and compliance with legislative and company policies.
• Direct contractual partners to ensure efficient project execution using a comprehensive work breakdown structure.
• Establish a clear project governance structure, working closely with project stakeholders and steering committees.

Skill Set:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years managing several industrial projects of varying complexity, ranging in size from $1 to $10 million or equivalent experience.
• Experience with cost engineering and key performance indicators.
• Proficiency in industrial process project planning and scheduling with multi-craft trades.
• Experience with industrial process project commissioning means and methods.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Project, Primavera, or other resource-loaded scheduling tools.
• Effective communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Ability to travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP Certification or willingness to obtain it.
• Experience working with third-party design firms executing under various contractual methodologies.
• Experience managing multi-year projects with multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience executing revamp and brownfield projects or related experience.
• Familiarity with stage gate project execution.