Project Manager/Construction Manager - Jackson, TN

EAD Management Services•Jackson, TN

About The Position

A Great Opportunity for Growth within a Successful Company! Join one of the United States' most progressive and innovative construction, automation, and engineering service firms. EAD supports clients' projects on hundreds of systems in industrial manufacturing facilities specializing in food and beverage, life sciences, specialty chemical, consumer goods and parcel and logistics. This opportunity will enable you to enjoy a fast-paced environment working on projects of all sizes and complexities. EAD Engineering is looking for an experienced Project Manager/Construction Manager for projects in industrial, processing, institutional and commercial facilities. The Project Manager/Construction Manager is responsible for leading cross-functional teams of process/business experts, engineers, and designers to deliver client projects on time, on budget and in scope. They are also the primary point of contact for new clients from closing the sale to successful project execution.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, Construction, or Civil Engineering and six years of relevant working experience with advanced knowledge in mechanical engineering, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Six years of experience in project management/execution with an understanding of standard project management processes/procedures
PMP certified or committed to obtain the certification within 12 months
High level interpersonal skills, tact, and diplomacy
Ability to manage small to large projects
Proficient in executing fast tracked projects
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to meet project deadlines
Scope management and client management skills
Engineering consulting firm experience
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, while being capable of interacting effectively with plant operations from the maintenance level through and including the executive level
Must have a proven track record of accomplishments as a project manager or lead engineer on industrial projects and be capable of supervising and directing a team of engineers, contractors, and vendors
Working knowledge of excel including macros
Self-starter with strong attention to detail
Ability to multi-task while working on numerous projects simultaneously at various stages of completion
Ability to develop business opportunities
Possess and able to maintain a valid driver's license
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office, MS Project required

Nice To Haves

Experience in working with food manufacturing, life sciences, bioprocess and/or petrochemical companies, construction of large industrial plants, or power stations will be advantageous

Responsibilities

Ensure projects are delivered under budget, within schedule, within the agreed-to scope and with great customer experience
Lead small teams consisting of various engineering disciplines and other project support personnel
Responsible for maintaining appropriate project documentation in the proper locations
Manage client's project expectations and requirements
Understand and perform critical path analysis
Sign client/firm agreement, if legally qualified within the limits of EAD signatory policy
Maintains understanding of project financial issues
Authorizes billing to client
Responsible for project reporting including resource utilization and project profitability
Accountable for project costs, schedules, performance and safety
Responsible for communications, escalations and resolving complex client issues
Act as single point of contact to the client, senior-level project managers and company executives
Tracking and delivering project metrics
Mentoring and coaching team members
Report into senior and executive management
Lead multiple, large, multi-disciplinary projects
Responsible for adhering to all EAD's safety standards and practices
Lead preparation of proposals including scope definition, schedule development and budget estimates
Perform other related duties as assigned