Project Manager - Houston, TX

Company Description

At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community, and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work.

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Project Manager

REPORTS TO: Director, Project Management

Overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of various projects within ETO AME organization, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, according to contract specifications, and meet the required quality standards. 

Main focal point for customer to our company for the project.  Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop project plans, define project scopes, allocate resources, and track project progress.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and manage project risks and opportunities, resolving issues, and communicating project updates to stakeholders at all levels.

• Review technical and commercial information of the project assigned to ensure understanding of scope of project.

• Schedule internal kick off meetings. Ensure that every team member is aware and knowledgeable of project targets and how they will be accomplished.

• Formulate project execution plan with input from Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality and Install Subcontractors, monitor for compliance, and take action to correct any plan deficiencies.

• Ensure the project is planned, controlled, and managed according to the Konecranes procedures & best practices to have controlled process from the beginning to the end of the process.

• Financial reporting, invoice triggering and any financial instruments applicable.

• Administers Contract scope and Change Orders

• Establish and maintain job files.  Ensure records are accurate and ERP System is up to date and any given time.

• Coordinate the shipment of crane to job site– coordinate with installer and customer. Ensure subcontractor has sufficient information to complete installation.  If necessary, arrange site visit with subcontractor prior to installation.

• Arrange start up and commissioning of equipment with appropriate service group.  

Qualifications

• Qualifications:

• Post secondary degree or diploma from a college, or PMP certification is preferred.  Previous Project Management experience is required. 
• Experience with overhead crane delivery, installation, and commissioning; or related similar construction experience is required.  Applicant must be familiar with transportation of heavy machinery, installation and installation practices (including basic rigging requirements), installation equipment (mobile cranes, personnel lifts, fork lifts, etc.), jobsite scheduling of multiple trades, and jobsite safety.
• Must have demonstrated leadership experience and well developed “people” skills. Applicant will interface with all levels of supplier and customer management and must be able to communicate effectively to all.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to efficiently handle and administer multiple tasks on concurrently running projects, and experience in problem solving and conflict resolution.
• Advanced PC skills, including MS Project, MS Office, and other ERP systems.
• Must have strong technical aptitude and a desire to fully understand our products and processes

Additional Information

What we offer:

Benefits: Medical Plan, Dental, Vision, 401k plan with a match from day one, identity theft protection, accident insurance, travel insurance and so much more!

Vacation: 2 weeks of vacation per year (pro-rated for the first year depending on start date). 5-12 years of service, 3 weeks. 13+ years of service, 4 weeks.

Sick Leave: 5 days of Sick Leave per year. Pro-rated the first year after 90 days of service

Holidays: 10 paid holidays per year

Konecranes moves what matters. Konecranes is a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.

Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Other Protected Category.

Konecranes, Inc. and its affiliates will not accept resumes from external recruiters or agencies without a Service Agreement and Agency Portal submission. Any resumes sent without a Service Agreement and Agency Portal submission with Konecranes, Inc. are void of any fees and free for internal use. Applicable Konecranes data protection obligations are the responsibility of the agency.