Project Manager I

CDI Engineering Services•Midland, MI

About The Position

The Project Manager I plans, directs, organizes, and executes designated project activities to ensure goals and objectives are achieved within schedule and budget. The role champions and administers TCE project management processes and procedures, works with clients to develop project scope, and prepares proposals to meet project needs. It provides program and project leadership under the general supervision of the Manager of Projects.

Requirements

Proven engineering project management experience.
Experience with project management tools, including scheduling, budgeting, earned value management, and resource planning.
Previous consulting experience.
Ability to plan, organize, and manage small and large projects.
Diverse knowledge of engineering execution, discipline interfaces, information flow between disciplines, and tailoring approaches to projects.
Knowledge and experience with contracting, procurement, and materials management.
Excellent communication and public relations skills, including customer relations experience.
Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and desire to excel in a collaborative team environment.
Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft applications.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a technical field from a four-year college or university is desired.
Ten years of experience in the engineering industry, including five years as a Project Manager.
A professional certification or registration is preferred but not required.
Fifteen or more years of experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree. Experience based on knowledge, skills, and abilities may qualify with approval from the Director of Operations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a technical field from a four-year college or university.
Professional certification or registration.

Responsibilities

Provide program and project leadership under the general supervision of the Manager of Projects.
Independently coordinate and monitor discipline work to achieve desired project results.
Establish and maintain client relations and lead proposal development efforts.
Lead project scope development for proposals when a client has not provided an RFP.
Manage overall project execution, including resource allocation and management, schedule and budget control, status reporting, contract management, change management, and client and TCE communications.
Ensure TCE processes and procedures are followed and properly documented.
Identify project risks and develop and execute mitigation measures.
Maximize profitability for TCE.
Ensure a safe work environment and safe design in accordance with TCE and client safety guidelines.
Comply with all TCE operating guidelines and standards.