Project Manager

ITAC serves Process & Industrial clients with integrated engineering and construction services for complex capital projects. We also offer specialty services including power systems services and products, custom machine fabrication, and fall protection services and equipment. Founded in 1988, ITAC is a true success story—growing from a $5K loan to an ENR-Ranked Top Design Firm with a nationwide footprint and over 450 employees across six offices in Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. We specialize in power generation & utilities, chemicals, food & beverage, forest products, advanced manufacturing, and minerals & metals.

This is a seconded position: the selected candidate will be employed by ITAC but work full-time on assignment with one of our clients. While day-to-day responsibilities will be managed on-site with the client, ITAC provides ongoing support, resources, and benefits as your employer. The position is for an expected duration of six (6) months with an opportunity for permanent employment or extension.

About the role

We are seeking a Project Manager to lead construction management and administrative efforts across plant projects, ensuring technical excellence, compliance with safety practices, industry standards, and alignment with project objectives. This role involves communication and collaboration with multiple project managers.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management of projects for the facility, managing multiple projects at once.
• Develop project schedules, define project scope, estimates, and funding requests; manage spending throughout the project lifecycle.
• Control costs, forecast spending, and report schedules to site management.
• Lead decisions on contracting strategy and selection of contractor(s).
• Procure equipment and material for project execution.
• Work with plant maintenance team and contractors to schedule, execute, and supervise construction for projects.
• Responsible for final close-out reporting and all required project documentation.
• Review engineering designs and plans; collaborate with engineers from respective disciplines.
• Maintain project documentation.

Requirements

• BS in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or other engineering degrees acceptable with applicable job experience).
• 5+ years of experience in project engineering/management in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity as owner with capital projects executed on/integrated with existing operating sites.
• Experience developing project schedules using MS Project or other scheduling software.
• Change management experience.
• Strong commitment to safety, leading projects to achieve zero incidents and injuries.
• Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously and manage scope changes efficiently.
• Ability to work in and foster a strong team environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work with both management and craftspeople.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, climb stairs, walk distances, and sit at a computer for long periods.
• Ability to read construction drawings.

Benefits

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• 401k & ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Sick Time Off
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Wellness Program
• Mentorship Program
• Safety Incentive Program
• 24/7 Chaplain Care for employees and their immediate families