Project Manager at MEI Rigging & Crating LLC

La Mirada, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Schedule Coordination, Budget Management, Timeline Management, Contractor Management, Client Communication, Change Management, Team Supervision, Risk Mitigation, Quality Control, Resource Scheduling, Project Documentation, Conflict Resolution, Data Interpretation, Safety Coordination, Field Team Leadership

Industry

Facilities Services

Description

Position Summary: The Project Manager is responsible for assigned project work (could be singular or multiple projects) and all activities associated with the assigned project(s). This will include the coordination of work schedules and staffing, contractors or subcontractors, timeline management, procuring materials and equipment, and project budgets. The Project Manager may serve as primary point of contact for customers and will be involved in all things related to project(s) from project quoting to onsite management, through the final close out of the project. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: · Plans, manages, and completes assigned projects which may cross several functional areas such as staffing, operations, or project administration. · Work with cross-functional team members to develop detailed project schedule including milestones, deliverables, and dependencies based on business objectives, budget, scope, timeline, and risks or hazards. · Review plans and other technical documents and serve as the main point of contact for project questions, project scope and timelines. · Manage project finances and budget; schedule resources including needed labor and equipment according to budget parameters. · Conduct Pre-Hand-Off Meeting (prior to commencement of the project) & Post-Hand-Off Meeting (post completion of the project) with the sales and operations teams, ensuring clarity of the scope and expectations, as well as establishing lessons learned. · Anticipate changes or challenges, maintain productivity, and ensure successful project transition throughout the project lifecycle utilizing effective change management practices. · Supervise field teams and provide leadership and oversight for project teams. May input time and various pay codes and approve timecards for team members. · Communicate directly with clients, contractors/subcontractors, and project designers utilizing a Request for Information/Quote/Proposal (RFI/Q/P) processes. · Keep MEI leadership, field personnel, and customers / clients and stakeholders informed of project progress on a frequent basis. · Collaborate with various teams to execute the project management plan; revise & document plan via a structured change order process as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements. · Work closely with sales team in all phases of the project; work with safety team to coordinate safety training, accident and injury investigations, or property or equipment/material damage incident investigations. · Identify, monitor, and work to continuously mitigate risk inherent with projects. · Problem-solve and demonstrate quality control measures to ensure project meets MEI standards and customer expectations. · Facilitate and/or participate in weekly department and team meetings; provide updates on project progress and resolve issues while communicating with team members, stakeholders, and executives. · Must be able to travel to client’s job site(s) and work onsite while directing all activities on the project. · Maintain project files in SharePoint to ensure project continuity and historic documentation. Prepare project status reports and works to ensure plans adhere to contract specifications. · Consistently demonstrates professional conduct as a representative of MEI and adheres to the corporate mission, vision, and values. · Perform all other duties as necessary and directed. Minimum Qualifications (Experience, Skills, and Education): · High school diploma or GED equivalent necessary. Higher education (bachelor’s degree) in project management, construction, or a related field highly preferred. · Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification is preferred. · Five (5) plus years proven machinery moving, construction, project management or construction safety experience is preferable. Rigging and rigging concept knowledge strongly preferred. · Familiar with a variety of field / project concepts, practices, procedures, and risks. Background in managing long-term and resource heavy projects preferred. · Excellent supervisory and project management skills. · Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills. Able to effectively share information across all levels of staff and understanding. · Highly self-directed and self-motivated; works effectively with a team or independently. · Must be able to work along aside field technicians for the assembly of and erecting of machine tools. · Demonstrated problem-solving and time management skills. · Able to utilize critical thinking skills and execute independent judgment within established guidelines. · Understand contract language and execute project successfully to remain in contract scope. · Ability to negotiate effectively with peers around priority and design. · Effectively recognize and resolve conflict in early stages. · Ability to read and interpret sets of data and plans including schematics, technical manuals, or blueprints. · Proficient with MS office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Familiarity with both Windows and Apple/iOS operating systems helpful. · Knowledge of Bluebeam, Autodesk, 3-D modeling, ACC preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of SharePoint a must. · Valid driver’s license or ability to attain, and clean background. · Ability to travel to various job sites, customer sites, or MEI locations. · Embraces and demonstrates our Values, Vision, Mission, and Company Culture. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: This is very physical, hands-on work. A Project Manager must be able to perform General Physical Activities — activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping/crouching, and lifting or moving materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Must have the ability to work off the ground at varying heights and not be affected by moving machinery or parts. Willing and able to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment and/or outdoors in all types of weather, and over uneven ground or terrain. Additional Requirements: Work with a Top-of-Mind Awareness for the safety of yourself and everyone at the job site. Must be able to work in a high functioning team environment. Display the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. Take pride in your work and in the company. Communicate openly and strive for peak performance in daily tasks. Know and deliver the quality service MEI’s customers have come to expect. Disclaimer: This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of work performed by a Project Manager and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and/or requirements. MEI reserves the right to change or modify this job description or the essential duties of the job, as necessary. MEI is an Equal Opportunity, M/F/Disabled/Vet Preferred Employer.

Responsibilities

The Project Manager plans, manages, and completes assigned projects, coordinating work schedules, staffing, contractors, timelines, materials, and budgets across various functional areas. This role serves as the primary point of contact for customers, managing projects from quoting through onsite execution to final closeout.