Project Manager ll (Champaign)

Project Manager ll

Our client has an impressive industry reputation based on quality customer service, attention to detail, and a high commitment to ethics. They are hiring a Project Manager to oversee capital projects in one of their locations.

The Project Manager II role is a full-time, salaried, exempt position that reports to the Regional Capital Projects Manager, working closely with a well-established team. This role is responsible for overseeing various project initiatives, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.

This Role Offers:

• Dynamic career progression opportunities within a company known for its significant community impact and commitment to ethical, fair business practices.
• Work in a culture celebrated for high standards of honesty, integrity, and respect, recognized by Newsweek and Fortune Magazine for its outstanding workplace environment.
• Generous wellness support including medical coverage, on-site wellness centers, gym reimbursements, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Potential travel up to 20% if assigned to projects outside of office.

Focus:

• Define project objectives and coordinate the planning and delivery of projects using a clear roles and responsibility framework.
• Oversee project execution, including cost estimation and adherence to established project guidelines.
• Provide regular project updates to stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, from initial concept through execution, commissioning, and completion.
• Manage changes in project scope and escalate risk management concerns as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with all local regulations and company safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Promote contractor safety through proactive measures and safety metrics.
• Ensure the reliability and safety of equipment are maintained during project implementation.
• Collaborate with the project team to develop necessary documentation for training, commissioning, maintenance, and compliance with legislative and company policies.
• Direct contractual partners to ensure efficient project execution using a comprehensive work breakdown structure.
• Establish a clear project governance structure, working closely with project stakeholders and steering committees.

Skill Set:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years managing several industrial projects of varying complexity, ranging in size from $1 to $10 million or equivalent experience.
• Experience with cost engineering and key performance indicators.
• Proficiency in industrial process project planning and scheduling with multi-craft trades.
• Experience with industrial process project commissioning means and methods.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Project, Primavera, or other resource-loaded scheduling tools.
• Effective communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Ability to travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP Certification or willingness to obtain it.
• Experience working with third-party design firms executing under various contractual methodologies.
• Experience managing multi-year projects with multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience executing revamp and brownfield projects or related experience.
• Familiarity with stage gate project execution.

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