Project Manager

Project ManagerBolingbrook, ILJob DescriptionThe Project Manager is involved in the entire scope of the project, from initiation through close-out, and is responsible for the successful initiation, planning, execution, control, and close-out of complex projects. This role requires exceptional leadership skills and the ability to navigate and resolve the complex, often multi-functional challenges associated with large projects.ResponsibilitiesProvide strategic project management leadership for large and complex projectsManage overall project scope, schedule, and costParticipate in design development as required within areas of core competencyAccount for key project decision-makingCollaborate with other plant departments to resolve key functional project issues affecting planned scope, schedule, and costLead the overall project through coaching, conflict resolution, facilitation, motivation, and negotiationLead project meetings including specification and drawing reviews, bid meetings, progress meetings, and PSSRsDevelop, update, manage, and publish the project planCoordinate communication and provide status updates to stakeholders as requiredAssess project risk and proactively develop mitigation plansProactively manage project requests for information and action itemsLead the project through all internal and external processes, including FEL, change orders, and other client-required business processesEnsure availability of, or seek out, adequate resources to support the projectAnalyze problems and identify alternative solutionsForecast consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations supporting scope, schedule, and cost objectivesEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with plant employees and outside contractorsDemonstrate strong leadership, verbal and written communication, time management, interpersonal, and organizational skillsConsistently produce results that meet goals, maintain high work standards, and demonstrate an understanding of the client’s business environment and processesAchieve results through problem solving, setting priorities, and organizationMaintain client focus, meet or exceed client expectations, and represent our client in a professional and courteous mannerStrive for individual excellence by seeking challenges and self-development, demonstrating high levels of expertise, commitment, self-confidence, and integrity