Project Engineering Manager

Dolese Bros. Co.•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

The Project Engineering Manager is responsible for leading a team of Project Engineers to support Dolese operations through the entire project life cycle from designing, estimating, justifying, and procuring through constructing and commissioning capital projects at Dolese quarries, sand plants, stone yards, ready-mix plants, and recycle plants. This position supports all Dolese operations at all locations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field of study required
At least 5 years of management experience required
At least 5 years of construction management experience in the aggregates industry required
At least 5 years of formal project management experience, organizing and executing projects of varying scope and complexity, preferred
Excellent communication, facilitation, and reading comprehension skills
Strong problem-solving abilities, strategic thinking, and relationship-building skills
Must be familiar with mechanical, electrical, and general mining/industrial construction practices
Independently drives projects to completion despite adversity and leads with high energy and passion
Ability to multi-task and handle large workloads under time constraints
Detail oriented and able to complete tasks in a timely manner
Advanced computer knowledge including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Project, and the ability to create and understand complex Excel spreadsheets
Demonstrated strength in engineering and technical skills
Proven ability to engage and influence all levels of the organization
Ability to understand and apply analytical and statistics tools
Results-oriented with strong process and execution skills
A deep commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards
Willingness to work early mornings, nights, and weekends as required
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with good driving record
Ability to travel for work
Lift objects repeatedly of various dimensions and up to 30 lbs. of weight
Ability to repeatedly climb stairs and climb ladders
Ability to repeatedly balance, bend from the trunk, crawl, kneel, push and pull objects
Ability to tolerate working in all environmental temperatures and weather conditions
Ability to repeatedly reach, squat, and tolerate prolonged standing/walking/sitting
Ability to repeatedly walk on uneven surfaces

Nice To Haves

PMP Certification preferred
Supply Chain Management experience building a team of high-value contractors, including preparation of bid packages, managing the RFP process, and qualifying vendors preferred
Experience developing contractor safety programs preferred
Aggflow, AutoCAD, Tekla, or other construction modeling software experience preferred

Responsibilities

Manage a team of Project Engineers responsible for all phases of capital projects, from initial conceptual design, preliminary estimates, preparation of request for capital, detailed engineering, scheduling, contract preparation and execution, and commissioning.
Create preliminary budgets schedules, project execution plans, and presentations for the approval of capital expenditure packages.
Maintain a 5-Year Capital Plan for aggregate operations.
Develop cross-functional teams for new construction, new process start-ups, new process technology integration, cost reduction, productivity improvement, quality system improvement, continuous improvement, and supply chain improvement using Lean Manufacturing Principles
Partner with Mining Engineering to support civil development for construction projects ranging from large primary crushing installations to railroad spurs
Utilize exploration and sales data to design crushing, screening, and washing process flows and plant layouts for both greenfield and brownfield operations
Facilitate implementation of key stakeholder ideas into project scope, drive understanding of key customer needs to the project engineers, and maintain oversight of the scope of each project throughout its entirety
Ensure Project Engineers are managing project quality, schedule, and budget while ensuring stakeholder value is achieved
Maintain Project Engineering best practices and engineering guidelines to organize and execute projects, ensuring project quality and execution. Key deliverables for each project include comprehensive risk management plans, project charters, and lessons learned.
Compile and summarize Project Engineer detail progress reports into bi-weekly executive level reports in an effective and efficient manner using program and portfolio management techniques.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams for new construction, process start-ups, new process technology integration, cost reduction, productivity improvement, quality system improvement, continuous improvement, and supply chain improvement using Lean Manufacturing Principles
Foster a safe work culture at every level of project involvement, from offsite vendors to managing onsite employees
Review team deliverables to evaluate project scope, equipment specifications, and other project requirements align with Corporate goals and objects.
Participate in structural and safety design reviews of contractor drawings for new construction at Dolese locations according to Dolese design standards and the governing building code
Build relationships with vendors and manufacturers to procure sufficient information to enable thorough design and analysis of the work to be performed
Understand, negotiate, and manage large construction agreements/contracts
Manage escalated disputes with contractors and subcontractors by using well-documented communication; be prepared to provide documentation and consult with legal counsel when vendors do not meet contractual obligations
Establish a network of resources and contacts to meet business goals and customer needs
Active oversight of all strategic initiatives including regular site visits including overnight stays when necessary
Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed