Lead Service Project Engineer Service Project Management

Powell•Houston, TX

15h

About The Position

The Lead Project Engineer will provide support for the development of new engineering design opportunities as well as oversee the execution of large Engineering, Procurement, Construction Projects. The Lead Project Engineer will oversee the development of project plans, specifications, provide bidding support, engineering support, construction management, and managing the commissioning and start-up activities. More Information This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties. In our 75+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organization. As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated, and assembled to customer specifications! Powell’s culture has and will always be founded in our "can do" attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Become a part of our story and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have a legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis, with only those candidates selected for interview contacted. Powell offers comprehensive health insurance for you and your family, 401k savings, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, company-sponsored wellness programs, and a collaborative work environment. EOE Protected Veterans/Disability If you need an accommodation in the hiring process, you may contact 713.378.2685. Application status inquiries will not be accepted in this manner.

Requirements

Bachelors of Science in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering.
8-10 years of Project Management experience, PMP certification required
Knowledge of National Electric Code, ASCE and IEEE Standards
Strong analytical skills with the ability to diagnose and advise effective preventative/corrective actions and recommendations and facilitate decision-making on technical matters to project sponsors and support personnel
Effective communications in both oral and written forms. Experience giving project presentations and reports to a variety of audiences
Effective Risk Management skills

Responsibilities

Assists with the preparation of design plans, specifications, and related documents for the development of bid packages with engineering consultants, vendors and contractors. This may require occasional travel to project sites.
Develops Project Management Plans, including negotiating contractual documents directly with customers and/or suppliers.
Accountable for the planning, managing, and monitoring the project lifecycle to ensure projects are executed within their scope, schedule, budget, quality level, and targeted benefit realization — the project lifecycle includes, from the requirement phase through project retirement closeout.
Accountable for facilitating project cost reporting, scheduling, work breakdown structure establishment, project set-up and closeout, and field progress tracking specific to construction and construction related activities or program level activities as required.
Develop new and manage existing client relationships while interfacing with the client for proposal and project related items.
Ensures project alignment between customer requirements and company objectives to maximize benefit realization