Kestrel Engineering, Inc. · 8 hours ago
Industrial Project Manager
Vancouver, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$102K/yr - $181K/yr
10+ years expKestrel Engineering Group Inc. is responsible for executing small- to mid-cap retrofit projects in various industries. The Industrial Project Manager will plan, organize, and manage engineering activities and resources to ensure project objectives are met while maintaining effective client interactions and satisfaction.
ConstructionOil and GasProject ManagementQuality Assurance
No H1B
Responsibilities
Maintain efficient and effective interaction with the client and project stakeholders, defining and managing expectations
Ensure all Kestrel and client contractual obligations are fulfilled
Focus on client care and monitor client satisfaction. Solicit Kestrel management support and intervention when required
Promote Kestrel capabilities and work to expand the Kestrel’s scope of services where it provides value to the client
Review and understand Kestrel’s proposal, contract, and associated risks
Manage client proprietary and confidential information in accordance with Kestrel’s and client’s requirements
Protect the interests and reputation of Kestrel and the client
Initiate, execute and deliver the project in accordance with the proposal, and client’s and Kestrel’s expectations
Develop Work Breakdown Structures for projects
Develop the project proposal/execution plan addressing the project scope, cost, schedule, and risks, as well as client expectations. Define the project organization and work with engineering and design management to obtain resources for the project
Establish the division of responsibilities between the client, Kestrel, and others
Ensure project team roles and responsibilities are clearly defined
Ensure project interfaces are clearly identified and managed
Facilitate an environment where project team members and project stakeholders can effectively achieve the project objectives
Develop and maintain project schedules, identifying and managing project dependencies, critical path, and deliverables issuance
Identify and manage project risks, developing and implementing risk response strategies. Ensure proper documentation and communication of project risks, actions, issues, decisions, and interfaces
Develop and implement management of change within projects, proactively forecasting and documenting changes to clients, developing project change requests/orders and subsequently modifying project budgets, schedules, and scopes of services in accordance with approved changes
Express ideas clearly and concisely. Seek to understand other’s perspectives. Keep accurate and organized records
Effectively communicate project expectations to project team in a timely and clear fashion
Communicate project risks as appropriate within the Kestrel and the project team
Ensure timely and appropriate generation, collection, dissemination, storage, and ultimate disposition of project information
Routinely monitor and report on project progress, cost, risks, and quality in accordance with Kestrel’s and client’s requirements, identifying trends and allowing for timely corrective actions. Provide forecasts of status and progress as required
Plan, manage and facilitate timely submittal of deliverables/work packages provided to clients and return of client review comments or approvals
Bring the project to an orderly completion, ensuring handover of appropriate project documentation and data
Ensure all required project records have been properly archived. Issue closeout report(s) and lessons learned
Review and approve invoices to client and monitor and expedite payments, as necessary
Execute the project work in accordance with the contract, scope of services, client requirements, Kestrel’s practices, and project procedures
Plan, organize and manage resources to achieve the project goals and objectives. Has a good working knowledge of all key project processes, including engineering, procurement, and construction management
Possess a solid grasp of interdisciplinary engineering practices in a project phase/stage-gated work process for heavy industry (e.g., Front-End Loading)
Support the development of project personnel and recognize the accomplishments of individuals and the team
Foster development of a common vision and collaboration among team members and teams, operating effectively across various offices
Provide clear direction and priorities. Convey a sense of urgency and drive issues to closure. Persist despite obstacles and opposition
Pursue aggressive project goals, setting a high standard of performance
Promote open expression of ideas, encouraging and empowers others to achieve
Address substantive conflicts and facilitate timely resolution
Qualification
Required
BS in engineering (chemical or mechanical preferred), with a preference for licensed Professional Engineers
Minimum of 10 or more years' experience; an engineering background and project experience in the pulp & paper industry, petroleum refining, hydrocarbons, high tech, or specialty chemicals experience highly desirable
Previous consulting engineering experience is strongly preferred
Have strong working knowledge of critical path scheduling techniques using Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6, and experience applying such tools on projects
Minimum 5 years' experience as project manager on capital projects, with a preference for small- to medium-cap retrofit projects experience in a portfolio program
Experience with project work sharing, working with resources in locations remote from the project manager's office
Travel to domestic job sites may be required on a routine basis
Eligibility to obtain or currently hold a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) required
All Kestrel staff must have the legal right to work in the United States
Ability to speak, write and understand English
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, electronic, or diagram form
Must be willing and able to independently enter, perform work within, and evacuate from all areas within the client's site
Must be willing and able to complete accurate and efficient field documentation in heavy industrial environment, including wearing personal protective equipment (PPE)
Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Preferred
Professional certification such as Project Management Professional (PMP) desirable
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) 4% Match
401(k) matching
Cell phone reimbursement
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Relocation assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Company
Kestrel Engineering, Inc.
Kestrel provides engineering, project and construction management and inspection services to the oil and gas industries.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
JAMES A TAYLOR II
SR WELD INSPECTOR
Jason Busby
UTILITY/WELDING INSPECTOR
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