PROJECT MANAGER II
Yokogawa · West Baton Rouge Parish County, LA · 1 mo ago
Information TechnologyFull-time
Duties/Responsibilities
- Project Execution & Delivery
- Lead end-to-end delivery of complex ICSS projects across the full lifecycle, including engineering, procurement, integration, testing (FAT/SAT), commissioning, and service handover.
- Define and manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and resource plans in collaboration with customers and cross-functional teams.
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including work breakdown structures, cost forecasts, and resource allocation.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget while optimizing profitability and cash flow.
- Monitor project performance against plan, implement corrective actions, and provide regular status updates to stakeholders and customers.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, including coordination with remote and international teams.
- Financial & Commercial Management
- Manage project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, billing, cost control, cash flow, and contract claims.
- Drive margin improvement through cost optimization and efficient execution.
- Lead change order development, including scoping, risk assessment, negotiation, and execution.
- Ensure compliance with contract terms, financial requirements, and risk management practices.
- Support proposal development and pre-award activities, including scope definition, cost estimates, execution strategy, and risk assessment.
- Customer & Stakeholder Management
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, building strong relationships and ensuring alignment on expectations.
- Lead project reviews, status meetings, and reporting to maintain transparency on progress, risks, and performance.
- Proactively resolve issues and identify opportunities for contract growth or scope expansion.
- Maintain a high level of customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
- Technical & Quality Leadership
- Ensure adherence to Yokogawa standards, project quality plans, and ISO procedures.
- Oversee engineering deliverables, system architecture, and technical execution in alignment with project requirements.
- Participate in and oversee FAT, SAT, and design reviews to ensure successful system delivery and acceptance.
- Ensure proper documentation, reporting, and project closeout activities are completed and archived.
- Team Leadership & Collaboration
- Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, vendors, subcontractors, and internal support functions.
- Provide leadership, coaching, and development opportunities to project team members.
- Ensure alignment, communication, and effective collaboration across all stakeholders.
- Ensure availability of required resources, tools, and training to achieve project objectives.
- Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to influence and guide cross-functional teams
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present project updates to customers and senior management
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
- Deep understanding of project management principles, including scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, and resource management
- Experience developing project execution plans, resource strategies, and productivity improvement initiatives
- Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and margin optimization
- Ability to manage project changes, negotiations, and contract-related matters effectively
- Ability to travel up to 30%
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
- 8-15 years’ experience in ICSS/DCS or process control systems
- 5-8 years’ experience in the field of Project Management and Execution, to include: EPC engagement, contract management, and resource management
- ISO 9001 Quality Management System Awareness
- Experience in Project and System Design Engineering Packages and related Software
- Experience working with international teams and culture
- Current US work authorization without the need for employer sponsorship
- PMP Training and Certification