Industrial Construction Project Manager

Job Summary & Responsibilities

The Project Manager will develop and manage multiple capital construction and engineering projects. The Project Manager will be responsible for the development and execution of the scope of work, budget and schedule of the assigned projects including successful commissioning and turnover to the Owner. This is an on-site role located in Sioux Falls, SD.

• Maintain a safe work record within the group and on project sites.
• Promote and foster a culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance at all times.
• Facilitate project coordination meetings, construction and commissioning progress updates, and other multifaceted personnel interfaces.
• Manage detailed construction budgets and provide feedback on actual and projected expenditures.
• Control expenses to maximize profitability while delivering a superior project.
• Meet or beat contractual completion dates and manage engineering, procurement, and construction schedules.
• Report schedule variances on a monthly basis.
• Review Engineering recommendations and execute purchase orders, contract (including Change Orders), and vendor negotiations.
• Create detailed construction schedules for use by Engineers, Project Superintendents, and sub-contractors.
• Monitor construction activity at the construction sites and check for accuracy according to plans, enforce construction safety, and pursue ways to improve efficiency and sequencing.
• Provide detailed project estimates to appropriate leadership, facilitate project review and kick off discussions with stakeholders.
• Cookordination the project commissioning, including the internal start-up team, sub-contractors, and vendors. Manage the project commissioning process and personnel through contractual completion.
• Maintain a team environment at all times and champion POET in the community.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or Business required.
• Experience requirements, preferably in heavy industrial construction environments:
• Project Manager I: 2-5 years of progressive professional capital project management experience
• Project Manager II: 5-10 years of experience
• Senior Project Manager: 10+ years of experience
• Must possess excellent scheduling and budget management skills.
• Strong knowledge of MS Project preferred.

Work Environment

• Up to 50% travel will be part of the norm for this position to visit the bioprocessing facilities, meetings, and site visits.
• In some cases, overnight travel may be required.
• The work environment at POET is dynamic. You should expect a balance between time spent in the office and at the bioprocessing facility, which may include some physical labor helping your team members.

Growth & Development Opportunities

• At POET, we encourage internal development and growth by allowing team members to carve their own path to success.
• Leaders support team members with the necessary resources to develop their skills, achieve goals, and create the most value.
• We believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization.
• Each new team member’s position and compensation are carefully determined by considering their unique qualifications and skillset.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package: Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution
• Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonuses and Bi-Annual Incentive Bonuses
• Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions
• 401K with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays – 40 hours available on day ONE!
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Atractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations

Other Perks

• A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually
• Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements
• Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements
• Discounted home and auto insurance