Project Manager - Automation

Powell • Houston, TX

15h

About The Position

Project Managers provide oversight and direction to their assigned projects.
The Project Manager I is accountable for 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. Posted position does not provide visa sponsorship or relocation.

Requirements

• Electrical Engineering background or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years in switchgear, automation, or power systems
• Proven ability to lead projects while engaging in technical problem-solving
• Bachelor Degree in business, engineering or other related fields from an accredited institution or be a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) or have a management level certification from the Association of Project Management (APM)
• Effective abilities with project management, engineering, and accounting software (Primavera, MS Project, ERP system, Agile)
• Business Acumen (Business Strategy, Contract Management)
• Leadership (Inclusiveness, Critical Thinking)
• Technical Project Management (Professional Execution within a formal framework)
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence a matrix-organized team through the lifecycle of a project
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with all stakeholders
• Detail-oriented and results-driven
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions based on limited information
• Established ability to negotiate with and influence customers, subcontractors and other key stakeholders
• Strong focus on customer satisfaction
• Technically astute
• The Project Manager I level requires: Bachelor Degree in business, engineering or other related fields from an accredited institution or be a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) or have a management level certification from the Association of Project Management (APM) One (1) year in a titled project management position in the construction, manufacturing, oil & gas and/or power distribution industry, or similarly complex projects
• The Project Manager II level requires: Bachelor Degree in business, engineering or other related fields from an accredited institution or be a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) or have a management level certification from the Association of Project Management (APM) Three (3) years in a titled project management position in the construction, manufacturing, oil & gas and/or power distribution industry, or similarly complex projects
• The Senior Project Manager level requires: Bachelor Degree in business, engineering or other related fields from an accredited institution   Be a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) or have a management level certification from the Association of Project Management (APM)  Seven (7) years in a titled project management position in the construction, manufacturing, oil & gas and/or power distribution industry, or similarly complex projects

Responsibilities

• Drive positive customer experience during project execution
• Provides consultation on proposal development as required
• Ensures integration of the project activities to meet project cost, schedule, deliverables, and manages scope changes to achieve customer requirements
• Acts as meeting chair for internal/external Kick-Off meetings yes
• Flows down contract requirements to the project team to ensure each team member is aware of his/her obligations
• Develops and manages the project schedule with input from various departments to ensure alignment with both internal and contractual delivery commitments
• Conducts project-specific meetings with project stakeholders
• Responsible for project commercial and contract management
• Effectively work within a multi-organizational/divisional project environment.
• Develops and manages Project Management Plans
• Proactively manages risk (threats and opportunities) and regularly communicates to stakeholders
• The key point of contact for all communications between the customer and Powell
• Responsible for the Management of the project’s financials, including revenue budgets, cost budgets and forecasts to ensure the project’s P&L objectives are realized none
• Responsible for progress reporting
• Ensures project alignment between customer requirements and company objectives to maximize benefit realization
• Effectively communicate with project stakeholder to ensure timely and transparent information flow
• Make sound decisions and provide project direction that is well thought out to achieve predictable outcomes
• Lead and or participate in continuous improvement initiatives
• Responsible for the adherence to project and company quality levels
• Manage full project lifecycle: scope, schedule, budget, and client communication
• Lead coordination across engineering, vendors, and field teams
• Oversee delivery of LV/MV switchgear, protection & control, and PLC/SCADA systems
• Review technical deliverables (drawings, relay settings, submittals) for quality and alignment
• Support FAT/SAT, commissioning, and issue resolution as needed
• Manage RFIs, change orders, risks, and project documentation

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees