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On-Board Companies · 7 hours ago

Capital Project Manager (Mechanical / Process)

Philadelphia, PA

Full-time, Contract

Onsite

Senior Level

$65/hr - $85/hr

5+ years exp

On-Board Companies is a privately held family of companies providing engineering and design services. They are seeking a Project Manager to lead multi-disciplinary capital and maintenance projects across gas transmission, distribution, and plant facilities, focusing on process and mechanical engineering.

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Responsibilities

Manage the full project lifecycle for assigned capital and O&M projects, including scope development, feasibility studies, cost estimates, schedules, risk assessments, and execution plans

Lead and coordinate internal stakeholders (engineering, operations, maintenance, safety, environmental, procurement, finance) and external partners (consultants, contractors, vendors) to deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget

Oversee development and review of engineering designs, specifications, drawings, and technical documents for mechanical/process systems (e.g., pressure regulation, metering, compression, piping, and related equipment)

Ensure projects comply with applicable codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., ASME, API, NFPA, OSHA, and relevant federal/state pipeline and utility regulations) as well as internal engineering and construction standards

Prepare and present business cases, funding requests, and project status reports to management, providing clear updates on scope, cost, schedule, risks, and mitigation plans

Develop and manage project budgets and schedules; track performance, analyze variances, and implement corrective actions as needed

Support development of bid documents, participate in contractor and vendor selection, and manage contracts, change orders, and invoice approvals

Coordinate field activities including site visits, constructability reviews, construction oversight, and support for commissioning and turnover to operations

Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities in project execution, engineering standards, and asset reliability

Promote a strong safety culture by integrating safety into project planning and execution and ensuring adherence to all safety policies and procedures

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringProcess SystemsProject ManagementPiping SystemsBudget ManagementScheduling SoftwareAnalytical SkillsPMP CertificationCommunication SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in project engineering and/or project management in a gas utility, energy, petrochemical, or industrial environment

Solid understanding of process/mechanical systems such as piping, pressure vessels, combustion equipment, rotating equipment, and associated controls/instrumentation

Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, including budgeting, scheduling, and coordination of multi-disciplinary teams and contractors

Proficiency with standard engineering and project management tools (e.g., MS Project or equivalent scheduling software, MS Office; familiarity with CAD and plant design tools is a plus)

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to manage technical complexity and competing priorities

Effective written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing technical reports and presenting to leadership

Proven ability to work collaboratively across departments and build strong working relationships with field personnel, engineers, and management

Valid driver's license and ability to perform periodic site visits within the service territory