Job 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, andcompletesassigned projects which may cross several functional areas such asstaffing, operations, orprojectadministration.
• Work with cross-functional team members to develop detailed project schedule including milestones, deliverables, and dependencies based on business objectives, budget, scope, timeline, and risksor hazards.
• Review plans and other technicaldocuments andserve as the main point of contact forproject questions,projectscope andtimelines. 
• Manage project finances andbudget; schedule resources includingneeded 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 salesand operations teams,ensuring clarity of the scope and expectations, as well as establishing lessons learned.
• Anticipate changes or challenges, maintain productivity,and ensure successful projecttransitionthroughout the project lifecycleutilizingeffective change managementpractices.
• Supervise field teams and provide leadership and oversight forproject teams.May input time and various pay codesand approve timecards for team members. 
• Communicate directly with clients,contractors/subcontractors,and projectdesigners utilizing a Request for Information/Quote/Proposal (RFI/Q/P) processes. 
• KeepMEI leadership, field personnel, and customers / clients and stakeholders informed of project progresson a frequent basis. 
• Collaboratewith 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 teamto coordinatesafety training, accident and injury investigations, or propertyor equipment/materialdamage incident investigations.
• Identify, monitor, and work to continuously mitigate risk inherent with projects.
• Problem-solve anddemonstrate quality control measures to ensure project meets MEI standards and customer expectations.
• Facilitateand/or participate inweeklydepartment and teammeetings;provideupdateson project progress and resolve issues while communicating with team members, stakeholders, and executives.
• Must be able totravel to client’s job site(s)andwork 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 schooldiplomaor GED equivalentnecessary.Higher education (bachelor’sdegree)inproject management, construction, ora 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.Riggingand rigging conceptknowledgestrongly preferred.
• Familiar with a variety of field/ projectconcepts, practices,procedures,and risks.Background in managing long-term and resource heavy projectspreferred.
• Excellent supervisory and project management skills.
• Excellent communication,interpersonal,and presentation skills.Able toeffectivelyshare information across all levels of staff and understanding.
• Highly self-directed andself-motivated;workseffectivelywitha team or independently.
• Must be able to work along aside field techniciansfortheassemblyofand erecting of machine tools.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and time management skills.
• Abletoutilizecritical thinking skillsandexecuteindependent 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 officeSuite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).Familiarity with both Windows andApple/iOSoperating systemshelpful.
• Knowledge ofBluebeam, Autodesk, 3-D modeling, ACC preferred.Demonstrated knowledge of SharePointa must.
• Valid driver’s licenseor ability to attain,and clean background.
• Ability to travelto various job sites, customer sites, or MEIlocations. 
• Embracesand demonstratesour 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.