Senior Project Manager

Mitsubishi Power Americas, Inc. in Basking Ridge, New Jersey is looking for a Senior Project Manager.

 

SUMMARY

The primary responsibility of this position is to manage projects.  Depending on the size and complexity, this may include multiple projects simultaneously.  The selected candidate will be directly responsible for all aspects of project execution, including P&L, on the projects that he/she is assigned to.  Depending on the workload, the candidate may, at times, be also responsible for preparation of proposals.  As a Sr. Project Manager, the candidate will be most likely assigned to one larger, more complex, project.  This may include EPC (Engineer-Procure-Construct) type of work.  The candidate will be responsible for the execution of project/projects in accordance with contract documents, as-sold budgets, and the contractual schedule.  When working on proposals, candidate  shall be responsible for managing the overall effort of preparing such proposals including their preparation/write-up.

 

 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

 

 

Clear and comprehensive understanding of the commercial and technical requirements for each assigned project.  Preparation of a Project Execution Plan.

Primary communication link with the customer.  Maintain professional and positive customer relationship.

Management of the project team.

Preparation of internal monthly cost and progress reports.  Preparation of customer monthly report (if contractually required).

Ensure projects are executed within as-sold budgets, per contractual schedule, in accordance with contractual documents, and per MPW-ES internal standards.

Continuously monitor project budgets and schedule and prepare monthly costs reports.  Review project status with VP of Environmental Solutions, highlighting all concerns, variances and any issues that could affect the success of the project.

Prepare mitigation plans to address unplanned non-conformities from the original Project Execution Plan.

Maintain or increase the original estimated profit for the project.

Identify and manage all contract changes and process them on timely basis in accordance with contractual requirements.

Conduct internal project meetings with Engineering, Costs Control and Procurement to monitor progress, discuss project challenges and concerns, and develop mitigation plans to address potential problems.

Prepare project closeout reports.

Prepare “lessons learned” reports at the end of each project.

Collaborate with engineering and estimating departments on technical and budget issues, respectively, to prevent their reoccurrence on future projects.

 

Proposal Management Role

 

Primary interface with the customer throughout the entire proposal process.  Establish, cultivate, and maintain excellent professional working relationships with customers, vendors, contractors, subcontractors, and customer’s engineer.

Review of commercial and technical RFP documents to ensure clear understanding of the work scope, risk, and other commercial aspects of the project.

Manage a proposal task force to respond to customer Request for Proposals (RFPs).

Preparation of the proposal, including customer presentation material. 

Prepare initial assessment of the technical, financial, schedule or any other risks associated with the proposal/project.

Evaluate, adopt, and initiate risk mitigation plans and techniques and assess technical and commercial risks to ensure adequate risk mitigation plans are in place.

Develop technological and commercial guarantees with the assistance of engineering department.

Negotiate commercial terms and conditions.

Clearly define the scope of work and services offered to the customer and identify any clarifications or exceptions to the customer’s inquiry.

Support estimation group as required.

Initiate and conduct internal Kick-Off Meetings; attend customer Pre-Bid Meetings and Site walkdowns; conduct Bid Presentation Meetings; and conduct Executive Management Review Meetings.

Develop Commercial Risk Assessment/Analysis documentation and Executive Management Review packages.

 

 

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Ability to work independently and with others.

Find creative, common sense and economic solutions to problems.

Continuously seek ways to improve products and processes to reduce their overall installed cost.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EDUCATION

 

Education and/or Experience: Candidate must have a BS degree in Engineering as a minimum, comprehensive knowledge of boiler technologies and SCR systems,  and proven experience in project management and/or preparation of commercial proposals.  Experience with other AQCS syste