Project Execution Manager

About the role

The Project Execution Manager oversees all phases of project execution to ensure successful delivery of projects meeting safety, quality, schedule, and budget objectives. This role serves as the primary liaison between internal teams, clients, contractors, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage project execution activities from project kickoff through completion and closeout.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans.
• Cook up activities among engineering, procurement, construction, operations, and client teams.
• Maintain a watchful eye on project performance and implement corrective actions to address schedule, cost, quality, or safety concerns.
• Ensure the communication links are strong between the fabrication shop and job site.
• Support commercial offers in bid process, working with fabrication shops on cost-effective delivery process.
• Conduct regular site visits to assess project progress, resolve field issues, and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Facilitate project meetings and provide timely communication regarding project status, risks, and milestones.
• Manage project documentation, reporting, and change management processes.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, client requirements, industry standards, and applicable regulations.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while maintaining a focus on continuous improvement.
• Support project commissioning, startup, turnover, and closeout activities.
• Support expediting with manufacturing plants and coordination of product delivery between projects.
• Check order/fulfilment progress regularly and get involved in critical issue resolution.
• Provide input to SAP reporting tools to ensure GF can provide Sales Companies with major projects and key accounts sufficient information on material flow to meet project requirements.

Requirements

• Strong project management, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all organizational levels.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• Knowledge of project scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, and risk management principles.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Ability to work at a high level with SAP to provide outstanding customer service.
• Understanding of relevant products and applications.
• Ability to discuss end-market specific technical details.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Project Management, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of project management, project execution, construction, industrial, or related experience.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and complex projects.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred but not required.
• Experience working in industrial, manufacturing, energy, construction, or infrastructure environments preferred.