Senior Project Manager

Job Description

The Senior Project Manager will lead complex projects for the design, manufacturing, and construction of hydroelectric turbines for power plants. They will be the primary customer interface and lead the project team to achieving the project goals including safety, profitability, schedule, quality, and risk mitigation.

Accountabilities

Project profitability throughout the project lifecycle.

Primary point of contact for all correspondence to customers for all aspects of the project

Ensures compliance and resolves any conflicts with contract requirements between customer and American Hydro

Resolves problems concerning project performance and customer service

Drives change control and coordinates the preparation of contract change proposals

Negotiates with customers to resolve any commercial disputes

Monitors project progress and when necessary, recommends corrective action to satisfy project schedule, budget, and quality commitments

Manages major subcontractors for large or complex systems such as generators, governors, and subcontract services

Leads cross functional teams to meet contract requirements

Manages the invoicing with customers to maximize cash flow for the organization

Satisfies ISO 9001 Quality System as it relates to these tasks

Coordinates with project teams to manage project risks

Essential Functions Performed by the Position

Lead continuous improvement initiatives specific to the PMO

On time delivery

Budget control

Risk management

Serves as primary contractual and technical contact with customers after a contract has been awarded

Collaborate with team members (i.e. engineering, operations, field services, supply chain, quality etc.) to ensure the project is running smoothly

Handles internal and external performance problems to minimize non-conformance to contract specifications and maintain strong customer relations

Resolve issues in a timely fashion

Complete invoices in a timely manner

Maintain overall safety on projects

Mentorship of colleague with less experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Detail oriented

Microsoft Office

Scheduling - Primavera P6

Time management skills

Risk management skills

Organization skills

Negotiation skills

Critical thinking skills

Ability to adapt to changes

Strong communication skills

Ability to work in teams and independently

Strong verbal and written skills