Senior Project Manager- MicroElectronics

Water Technologies•Houston, VA

2d•Remote

About The Position

The Senior Project Manager guides a team of engineers and professionals who design, build, and manage complex water treatment projects. The role is responsible for the overall success of projects in the Industrial Market portfolio, coordinating activities from contract signature through process and equipment design, vendor selection, fabrication, shipment, installation, and startup. Working closely with the Lead Engineer and Sourcing Project Leader, the Project Manager ensures the team delivers on its commitments while meeting scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives. The position communicates project status, budget updates, and schedule progress while setting and managing client and vendor expectations. The position is remote and may be located anywhere in North America. Domestic and international travel is required 5–20% of the time. Applicants must be eligible to work lawfully in the U.S. immediately; the employer will not sponsor work authorization for this opportunity.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Economics, or an equivalent field.
10 years of experience managing projects that include equipment supply and construction.
Valid passport.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, or ability to obtain it within one year.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally 5–20% of the time.
Strong planning, organization, and time-management skills.
Clear, concise communication and presentation skills.
Ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders and work in a networked, highly flexible role.
Analytical problem-solving approach and intellectual rigor.
Knowledge of engineering principles and water treatment design and operation.
Ability to direct a team of experts, coach individuals, facilitate meetings, and resolve project-team conflicts as needed.
Ability to handle multiple shifting demands with professionalism and good judgment.
Ability to communicate effectively with varied audiences, including senior and executive leadership and client organizations.
Ability to exercise good judgment under ambiguous or changing conditions.
Eligibility to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; work authorization sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing Engineering and Procurement contracts.
Experience in industrial process system design or construction, particularly water treatment in chemical, oil and gas, or power markets.

Responsibilities

Oversee water treatment equipment project delivery from initiation through completion.
Organize contract execution and define clear project objectives.
Develop and maintain realistic plans for scope, budget, schedule, and key milestones.
Coordinate the project team so members understand priorities, project structure, and responsibilities.
Work with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to meet contractual and technical requirements.
Promptly escalate issues or events that could significantly affect cost, schedule, scope, or quality.
Monitor progress through regular reviews and internal reports, adjusting plans as needed.
Identify, evaluate, and manage project risks and opportunities.
Oversee project changes and support claims management when required.
Participate in technical meetings and project reviews.
Collaborate with technical experts and discipline engineers to resolve issues and address critical topics.
Maintain and update action plans, ensuring timely closure of actions and adherence to project objectives.
Communicate project status, budget updates, schedule progress, and expectations to clients and vendors.
Champion quality and safety throughout project activities.