Project Manager at Matrix Service Company in Houston, TX

Job description

• The Project Manager is primarily responsible for providing overall direction and managing multiple field projects of moderate level risk, scope and complexity, usually involving multiple craft disciplines; as well as developing new business opportunities relative to a particular Client, groups of Clients or geographical area. Works independently; subject to policies and general management direction. Provides guidance to lower-level PMs on policies and procedures, where applicable.
• Travel Requirements: Must be willing and able to travel to assigned project site locations as required. Per diem will be provided for eligible travel assignments in accordance with company policy.

Responsibilities

• Actively supports the Company’s commitment to safety and its “Core Values.”
• Represents the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s “Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.”
• Initiates and maintains liaison with client to facilitate construction activities, including assessing scope of work and resources required to successfully complete project.
• Represents Company at bid meetings, project meetings, strategy meetings, etc. as applicable to the project.
• Establishes project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policy, including preparing or overseeing complete estimate for selected project with a detailed review of proposal specifications, drawings, and contracting.
• Plans, organizes and staffs key field positions through operational department heads or subordinate project/construction managers.
• Supervises and/or monitors through administrative direction of on-site field supervision to ensure project is constructed in accordance with design, budget, and schedule. Investigates potentially serious situations and implements corrective measures as necessary.
• Provides technical assistance (i.e., interpretation of drawings) and recommends construction methods and equipment as required. Initiates and maintains extra work estimating and issuance of change orders.
• Responsible for profit/loss accountability for projects managed. Manages financial aspects of contracts to protect company’s interest and simultaneously maintains good relationship with client. Confirms project billings and collections are current.
• Develops new business opportunities relative to a particular Client, groups of Clients, or geographical area.

Requirements

• 4-year degree in Mechanical, Civil or Industrial Engineering, or Construction Management; or combination of equivalent education and 10 years job-related experience if no degree
• 8+ years job-related experience, prior project management/P&L experience preferred; includes 4+ years supervisory experience
• Strong understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes and standards and their impact on project activities
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills; good negotiation skills
• Strong knowledge of construction, design, finance and project management
• Excellent computer skills including MS Word and Excel
• Demonstrated ability to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize performance
• Proven track record of bringing projects in on time, on schedule, within budget, and safely
• Ability to manage occasional heavy workloads with time sensitive deadlines, prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting project objectives
• Demonstrated dependability and self-motivation to work on projects; take initiative to resolve problems; understand resources available and use resources effectively to generate solutions

Skills

Required

• good negotiation skills
• take initiative to resolve problems
• MS Word
• Excel

Benefits

• Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program and adoption assistance. Some employees may also be eligible for paid time off, tuition reimbursement and a performance or safety bonus program.