Project Manager II – Fabrication

Vigor Values

Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day.

Truth: We seek the truth, and we speak the truth
Responsibility: We act on what we know is right
Evolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing world
Love: We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in

POSITION SUMMARY: Project Managers (PM) are responsible for managing all phases of projects from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring & controlling, and closure. Project Managers report to the Program Manager for the Market Segment their projects are operating under.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Key requirements and duties of this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Responsible for managing all phases of projects from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring & controlling, and closure.
• PM provides oversight of routine and advanced technical work performed for their projects and ensures that quality standards for all deliverables are achieved within established schedules, budgets, and scope definitions.
• PM is responsible for development of subcontracts; including technical, schedule, and financial performance of these subcontractors.
  • PM responsibilities include monitoring and controlling project performance and making course corrections where necessary to meet project schedule, cost, quality, safety and corporate goals. PM is responsible for all project performance reporting.
  • PM is responsible for project close-out, including ensuring conclusion of all supplier purchase orders and final invoices on behalf of the company are complete.
  • Typically manages projects at the $5 million to $25 million.
  • This position will assist the Program Manager in the development and supporting of a world class team to support the program, planning, budgeting, scheduling, strategic supplier decisions, integrated logistics support, contract management, and P&L responsibilities. Leadership responsibilities extend to other members of the program team, supporting company team members, third-party contractors, and consultants.
  • Project Managers are responsible for managing all phases of projects from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring & controlling, and closure.
  • Responsible for planning and facilitating all aspects of communication between different stakeholders within the company.

JOB SCOPE: The role operates within general parameters, but must use sound judgment and independent decision making when carrying out job responsibilities. Has the ability to influence and recommend modifying existing protocols. The candidate is held accountable for the overall guidance and consistency across projects to ensure profitable performance of the work is achieved. The candidate has profit and loss responsibility for his/her projects as well as, a critical role in securing revenue for the Company. Failure to meet the expectations of the customer could result in significant loss of future business.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: The position directly manages as many as 3 to 6 employees, with up to 50 through subordinates.

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS: The Project Manager coordinates his/her efforts with managers and supervisors at all levels in the business unit and with support services managers. This candidate must be effective at influencing and collaborating with other managers and peers not in the direct line of authority in order to perform successfully. The position represents the Company through formal and informal interactions with the customer. Additionally, the individual interacts with industry peers on a less frequent basis.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Able to fulfill the responsibilities of the role with little oversight or guidance.
• Understands the fundamentals behind the methods/procedures, able to make decisions that are in line with these principles on their own.
• Proficient with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Experience in a fabrication environment, preferably job-shop or general contract companies.
• Strong fabrication background/builder-mentality
• Strong technical skills/aptitude
• Excellent communication skills for use across the spectrum from craftsmen to customers and government regulators.
• Regular interaction with shop production is expected
• Understanding of Earned Value Management.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Bachelors of Science in a technical discipline or a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in steel fabrication or similar industries is required. Minimum requirement of 5 years’ experience in a Project Manager role.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work is conducted in a dynamic, fast-paced office setting. The person may be required to be in production areas at times. He/she must be able to walk to and from job sites. There may be local travel up to 10% of the time and out-of-town travel (including air travel) up to 5% of the time with notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: While in production areas will be exposed to all weather conditions, noise, dusts and odors. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vigor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.