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APC DEMONSTRATIONS PROJECT MANAGER

 

 

Position Summary: The ADA Environmental Solutions APC Demonstrations Project Manager is a Senior Engineer (Engineer III or above) or Senior Scientist who typically manages more than one air pollution controls (APC) demonstration project simultaneously.  The Project Manager has responsibility for the application and integration of all aspects of the assigned utility plant emissions project including initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing. The project manager is responsible for accomplishing the project objectives by: identifying project requirements; balancing the competing demands for quality, scope, time and cost; and adapting the specifications, plans, and approach to the different concerns and expectations of the various stakeholders.  Extensive management and technical ability is critical for this position.

Duties and Responsibilities:  The essential duties and responsibilities regularly performed and normally assigned to this position are as follows:

 

 
1. Project Initiation
  • Assist with the project proposal, as required
  • Review the contract and define the project requirements (staffing, resources, budget, deliverables) based upon the contract with clarification from the customer as required
  • Identify how project meets Division goals

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    2. Project Planning. 
  • Define project scope, work breakdown structure, and activities required to produce deliverables.  Includes clear understanding of client needs obtained through direct communication with customer.
  • Develop schedule, detailed budget, and determine key staff, subcontract and other resource requirements.
  • Determine frequency of meetings required to assure effective project communication among stakeholders.
  • Define and plan quality assurance measures.
  • Identify project risks and develop an associated risk management plan.
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    3. Project Execution. 
  • Coordinate people and resources, as well as integrate and perform the activities of the project in accordance with the plan.
  • The project manager is typically also the technical lead on the project. In this role, applies advanced technical aptitude via detailed understanding of project components and technical areas.
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    4. Project Monitoring and Controlling. Monitor and control all aspects of project work including scope, cost, schedule, quality, and risk.  Coordinates cost and resource management with accounting department and company management.  Assures client invoicing is completed accurately.  Coordinates all proper technical review document control, including: communications, drawings, proposals, contracts, etc.

     

     

    5. Project Closure.  Verifies all deliverables have been completed, all payments received, and there are no outstanding obligations or liabilities.  Formally closes project.

     


    Additional Responsibilities:   Train and supervise staff. Overtime may be required.  Willingness to work a flexible schedule.  Up to 50 % travel may be required.


    General Competencies:

    • Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions. Displays orientation to profitability. Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition. Aligns work with company strategic goals. Knowledge of contracting, negotiating, and change management

    • Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals. Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses. Analyzes market and competition. Identifies external threats and opportunities. Adapts strategy to changing conditions.

    • Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in both positive or negative situations. Listens and gets clarification. Responds well to questions. Demonstrates group presentation skills. Able to lead productive group meetings.

    • General Project Management skills (Develops project plans. Coordinates projects and communicates changes and progress. Experience in developing and managing project budgets and consistently completing projects on time and within budget. Manages project team activities. Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight time frames.)

    • Customer Service – Actively seeks customer input regarding needs and future work. Meets commitments; treats customers with respect.  Previous experience managing customer relations, including responses to unexpected challenges and pressures

    • Exceptional analytical and problem solving skills.  Excellent interpersonal, mathematical, verbal, written and presentation skills.

    • Has the flexibility to engage, hands on, in all aspects of project processes, if necessary.

    Physical Demands:
    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stoop and kneel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  These physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Education, Certificates and Licenses:
    • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, or a related field. Master's level preferred.
    • Equivalent combination of education, experience and training may be substituted.
    • Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification preferred.

    Experience:
    • Five to ten (5-10) years experience in successful project development and implementation including project management.
    • Three to five (3-5) years of staff supervision preferred.
    • Utility industry/power plant experience preferred.

    Experience: Job titles reporting to this position may include: Project Engineers, Engineers I & II, and Technicians.

    This position is full-time and offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

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