VITS Consulting Corp · 3 hours ago
Project Manager
Bellingham, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$120K/yr - $170K/yr
10+ years expVITS Consulting Corp is seeking a Project Manager who will be responsible for planning, organizing, and managing engineering activities for small- to mid-capital retrofit projects. This role involves client and stakeholder management, project planning and execution, and ensuring project objectives are met in terms of scope, schedule, cost, quality, and safety.
Information TechnologyProject ManagementQuality AssuranceSoftware
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Responsibilities
Maintain effective and professional interaction with clients and stakeholders, clearly defining and managing expectations
Ensure fulfillment of all Company and client contractual obligations
Monitor client satisfaction and proactively address concerns, engaging Company leadership when necessary
Promote Company capabilities and pursue opportunities to expand scope of services where value is demonstrated
Protect the interests, confidentiality, and reputation of both the Company and its clients
Initiate, plan, execute, and close projects in accordance with approved proposals, contracts, and Company procedures
Develop Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), project execution plans, and detailed schedules covering scope, cost, schedule, risks, and deliverables
Define project organization and coordinate with engineering and design leadership to secure appropriate resources
Clearly establish roles, responsibilities, and interfaces among the client, Company, and third parties
Manage interdisciplinary engineering activities within a stage-gated project delivery framework (e.g., Front-End Loading)
Develop and maintain project schedules using Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6, managing dependencies and critical path activities
Identify, assess, document, and manage project risks and mitigation strategies
Implement effective management-of-change processes, including forecasting impacts, preparing change orders, and updating budgets, schedules, and scopes
Monitor and report project progress, costs, risks, and quality, providing accurate forecasts and recommending corrective actions as required
Communicate project expectations, risks, and priorities clearly and consistently to project teams and internal stakeholders
Ensure timely preparation, submission, tracking, and approval of deliverables and work packages
Maintain accurate, organized project records and ensure proper documentation control and archiving
Lead project closeout activities, including documentation handover, lessons learned, and closeout reporting
Review and approve client invoices and actively monitor payment status
Ensure project execution aligns with contractual scope, client requirements, and Company standards
Provide clear direction, set performance expectations, and foster collaboration across disciplines and offices
Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and open communication
Address conflicts constructively and drive issues to resolution
Support the development of project personnel and recognize individual and team accomplishments
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical or Mechanical preferred); Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred
Minimum 10+ years of relevant engineering and project experience in heavy industrial environments
At least 5 years of experience managing capital projects, preferably small- to mid-cap retrofit projects
Strong proficiency in critical path scheduling using Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6
Experience managing distributed teams and work-sharing across multiple locations
Willingness to travel routinely to domestic project sites
Eligibility to obtain or currently possess a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) required
Legal authorization to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship available)
Ability to work effectively under pressure, manage change, and prioritize multiple responsibilities
Strong verbal, written, analytical, and interpersonal communication skills
Commitment to ethical conduct, safety, and Company policies
Ability and willingness to work at industrial client sites, comply with safety requirements, and wear required PPE
Capable of performing site-related physical activities, including walking, climbing, lifting (up to 50 lbs occasionally), and working in loud or hazardous environments
Valid driver's license and insurability required; ability to travel by air without restriction
Drug and alcohol screening and background checks conducted in accordance with client, state, and federal requirements
Preferred
An engineering background with experience in heavy industrial environments—such as pulp & paper, petroleum refining, hydrocarbons, high-tech manufacturing, or specialty chemicals
Prior consulting engineering experience strongly preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including Medical
Dental
Vision
FSA/HSA
401(k)
Company-paid Life & AD&D Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Exempt staff compensation for hours worked beyond 40 per week
Company
VITS Consulting Corp
At VITS Consulting Corp., our formula for driving business has three key ingredients: People, Process and Technology.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
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2024-12-17
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