TKIE - Project Manager

Summary

The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for the full lifecycle execution of instrumentation and electrical (I&E) projects within petrochemical, refining, and industrial facilities. This role oversees multiple projects and field teams, ensuring safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery while maintaining the highest standards of quality and client satisfaction.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lead day-to-day execution of multiple I&E projects, including greenfield, brownfield, and turnaround work
• Directly manage Superintendents, Foremen, and field crews to drive safe and efficient execution
• Own project schedule, productivity, and cost performance from kickoff through closeout
• Identify and mitigate risks related to working in active/operating facilities

• Oversee installation, calibration, and commissioning of instrumentation systems
• Manage electrical scope including Low and medium voltage systems, MCCs, VFDs, cable tray, and power distribution
• Ensure proper execution of Loop checks, point-to-point verification, and system startups
• Interface with client systems including PLC & DCS
• Ensure compliance with hazardous area classifications and NEC

• Manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost tracking with a focus on labor productivity
• Develop and manage change orders, RFIs, and scope revisions
• Support estimating and pre-construction efforts for new and existing clients
• Ensure accurate reporting of project status to Operations and executive leadership

• Champion a strong safety culture aligned with OSHA, NFPA 70/70E, and client-specific requirements
• Enforce LOTO, energized work protocols, and safe work practices
• Lead safety meetings and ensure compliance across all field activities
• Maintain strict adherence to all company and client safety procedures

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Act as the primary point of contact for project related communication
• Participate in client meetings, planning sessions, and progress reviews
• Assist in recruiting, mentoring, and developing field personnel

This position will have some supervisory responsibilities.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice that are job-related and consistent with business necessity.

This job operates in a petrochechemical/refinery environment. Exposure to cold working conditions during winter months and hot working conditions during the summer months; exposure to noise, workers must wear protecting hearing equipment or frequently shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level. In an emergency situation, exposure to hazardous chemicals may occur and the use of a respirator is required.

All employees are required to be fit tested for the various respirators used as well as the ability to successfully pass a pulmonary function test (PFT).

Typical days and hours of work are variable/project dependent. Over‑time work is common and may be required as job duties demand.

Extensive travel required across the United States, including extended stays at project sites.

Stronghold is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Stronghold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local laws.

• 7+ years of experience in industrial construction with a focus on instrumentation and electrical (I&E)
• 5+ years in project management or supervisory role
• Proven experience managing projects in oil & gas, petrochemical, refining, or heavy industrial environments
• Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems, instrumentation systems, and start-up and commissioning processes
• Experience working in live facilities, turnarounds, or shutdown environments
• Valid driver’s license with clean MVR

• 10+ years of relevant industry experience
• Experience managing multi-million-dollar I&E projects
• Experience and knowledge of NEC
• Electrical/Instrumentation license and/or certifications
• PMP Certification