Engineering Project Manager III

Title:
Project Manager III
Location: Duluth / Minneapolis / Edina, MN areas or Houston, TX (Minnesota is the preference, with Houston least preferred)

Work Model: Mon, Tues, Thurs (in office) / Weds, Fri (from home)
Primary Focus:
As a manager of project execution this position provides overall oversight for the development, engineering, design, procurement, construction, commissioning and closeout processes for small to mid-scale CORE Electrical projects. This individual provides critical project related information to management to allow for appropriate decision making and coordinates a small team of technical staff.
Specific Accountabilities:
Accountable for project s performance (Product, safety, quality, schedule, risk and cost) and stakeholder /end-user/client satisfaction by:
Ensuring organizational objectives are translated into the department s activities in collaboration with internal stakeholders (e.g. environment, safety, quality, land, legal, supply chain, etc.)
Providing technical and business advice on the preparation and disposition of documents required for project completion
Ensuring that engineering project Product definitions comply with all regulatory, environmental, health and safety requirements through effective management and coordination of internal functional groups
Effectively managing project change and risk and providing regular updates to management and stakeholders
Facilitating communication between engineering consultants, contractors, vendors and appropriate internal stakeholders to ensure technical issues are addressed in a timely manner
Overseeing and being accountable for the specification and requisitioning of materials and equipment
Monitoring and controlling project activities ensuring project objectives are met within financial and schedule constraints
Providing front end project development support to Development Engineering
Providing direction in the tender, analysis, award and administration of engineering and construction contracts
Providing project field support during construction and commissioning activities
Implementing consistent, thorough and timely management of project records and closeout procedures
Product:
Provides broad business knowledge managing capital maintenance or pipeline projects that range in size from
*** K to
*** MM
Works collaboratively on varied project activities requiring a high level of planning and coordination
Represents the enterprise by providing advice and coordination of internal projects and associated external activities (e.g., partners, consultants, contractors, vendors, public, regulators, etc.)
Decision making is guided primarily by applying standard processes, procedures and standards
Implements pipeline and capital maintenance solutions, by applying project management techniques and providing leadership and direction to a small team of project resources
Provides operational support and leadership by:
Leading and implementing continuous improvement of the enterprise s project management/engineering systems and processes
Providing direction and assistance to technical staff, consultants and contractors
Applies leadership and people skills in mentoring less experienced staff
Contacts:
Interact with Project Sponsor to ensure they are continually aware of the current project Product and are aligned with anticipate spend.
Actively engaged in the resolution of information requests between
*** subject matter experts, engineering consultants and construction contractors
Facilitate regular communication between
*** project team members, stakeholders (environment, safety, quality, land, legal, supply chain, etc.), project sponsors, consultants, contractors and regulators
Interface with leadership of contractors and consultants to develop relationships and to provide feedback on areas of strengths and improvements to enhance their performance
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Completion of a degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering, Project Management, Pipelines, Construction or other related field
A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience that includes a minimum of 5 years project experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. This includes the ability to interact effectively with project team members, peers, management and all project stakeholders
In depth knowledge of the Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) Project Management Professional (PMP) certification with PMI considered an asset
Technical and working knowledge of internal and industry pipeline and facility design, construction codes and standards (Canadian Electrical Code; National Electrical Code)
Proven interpersonal, communication, planning, organizational, problem solving, decision-making, negotiation and leadership skills
Proven ability to identify issues, propose solutions, make timely decisions, manage change and escalate accordingly
Valid Class 5 driving license with safe driving record