Refining Project Manager

What You’ll Be Doing

Job Scope: We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in refining projects and the oil & gas sector to join our team. This is a role focused on business development with project execution—building client relationships while delivering high-quality engineering and project management services.

Primary Responsibilities Will Include But Not Be Limited To

• Efficiently manage promotional projects minimizing the cost to Hargrove by working with the Engineering Resource Leaders to accurately estimate Professional Services man hours to complete the project while achieving the objectives.
• Successfully manage commercial contract(s) on one or more projects of various sizes, as required. Ensure that invoices are paid in a timely manner, Project Change Notices are processed, monthly Office Earnings Report (OER) is reviewed in the time allotted, and the project(s) plan is current.
• Maintain control of the project by tracking and maintaining discipline performance budget progress, schedule commitments, and quality standards. Understand and utilize the project tools that are available for project control.
• Participate in development of all major technical, cost, scheduling and performance decisions on assigned projects.
• Be familiar with project scope, specifications, deliverables required by the client, and design criteria upon assignment to a project and gain Hargrove team alignment of schedule and budget in regard to deliverables required. Work with the client team to define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Recognize and communicate scope and design changes promptly by championing the Project Change Notice process and promoting a positive Change Management culture.
• Lead the effort in building a productive team both within Hargrove and with the client.
• Coordinate resource requirements with other ongoing project work and ensure all parties’ expectations are aligned.
• Communicate the plan to your team, the project leadership team and the client. Align expectations of all parties. Conduct weekly coordination meetings with the team.
• Maintain timely and accurate reporting including weekly and monthly reports utilizing a comprehensive action‑item list.
• Review engineering documents, vendor submittals, fabrication drawings and other construction submittals for compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, good engineering practice, and project objectives.
• Ensure that standard project work processes are followed by all team members through all phases of engineering, procurement, and construction.
• Interview discipline leads to maintain up‑to‑date progress against man‑hour expended analysis.
• Assess the performance of the project team members through the course of the project, and work with resource leadership to organize a qualified and motivated project team.
• Ensure project documentation is properly reviewed and approved by the client.
• Identify and pursue new opportunities within the refining and oil & gas sectors.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships to drive repeat business.
• Prepare proposals, estimates, and presentations for prospective clients.
• Lead and manage refining projects from concept through completion (FEED, detailed design, construction).
• Oversee scope, schedule, budget, and quality to ensure successful delivery.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with safety and industry standards (API, OSHA).
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide strategic guidance and technical expertise to meet client objectives.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or Civil Engineering or related field is preferred.

Certification: Professional Engineering and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) registration is highly preferred.

Experience: Requires 10 years of project management experience in refining and oil & gas industries.

• Knowledge of project execution procedures.
• Proven track record in business development and client relationship management.
• Knowle…