Construction Project Manager

Job Title: Construction Project Manager

Job Description

Lead Program Manager for the development and construction of a Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) Facility. You will be responsible for managing the development, construction, and transition to operation of the LNG facility, utilizing our project management methodologies and processes. This position involves leading the project team, risk management, and coordinating with various contractors and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Utilize project management methodologies and processes based on PMI Standards to achieve scope, schedule, and cost objectives while effectively managing risks.
• Support program and project governance reviews.
• Determine specific business needs and deliverables of a project, and establish and manage costs, resources, performance measurements, timeline, and project deliverables.
• Perform cost/benefit analysis of projects and ensure feasibility.
• Determine appropriate project resource and staffing skillsets, and assess strategies to reduce overall project risk.
• Manage applicable project contracts in conjunction with sourcing personnel, including preparing RFPs, evaluating responses, participating in negotiations, and interpreting contract language.
• Develop and execute communication and stakeholder management plans, including reporting project status, risks, and progress to stakeholders.
• Ensure training needs are met for project team members and users of the project.
• Ensure smooth transition of deliverables upon project completion, including proper training for operational teams and closure of work orders.
• Utilize organizational change management methodology within the context of project management.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Use computer software programs (e.g., email, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management).
• Work in a diverse work environment.
• Perform work under the direct supervision of a manager or director.

Essential Skills

• Construction management, power plant construction, engineering, contractor oversight, natural gas, LNG
• Experience in LNG plant build (conversion or new)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• 5-20 years of power plant construction experience, including managing large multi-discipline projects from inception to operation
• Experience overseeing civil, mechanical, and electrical construction activities
• Strong mechanical skills, specifically in the installation of pipe and pipe systems

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in project management, engineering, or a related area
• Experience as an owner's representative in construction management for an electric utility
• Quality assurance experience is a bonus

Work Environment

The project team will include a contract administrator, cost control agent, scheduler, several engineers, an onsite construction manager, and a QA person. The team will consist of 10-15 personnel involved throughout the project. The project involves converting a coal-fired plant to an LNG plant. The current stage includes working with the owner's engineer to develop the drawing package for bidding and undergoing an RFP for an EPC contract. The project is expected to span two years with potential opportunities to work on other sites afterward.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80.00 - $90.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Madison,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 24, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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