Who We Are

Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over 2,000 Teammates across the US, we build long-term support relationships in the energy generation, manufacturing, research and development, and process-heavy industry in on-site support arrangements, in plant-level small projects and consulting roles, and in larger capital projects.

Hargrove’s key operating principle is to provide the Right People, in the Right Place, at the Right Time. We believe that relationships and partnering together provide the best results and long-term benefits for our clients.

Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business.

What You'll Be Doing

Job Scope: The Project Manager – 1 is the single point of accountability for the end-to-end execution of assigned Capital projects in the range of $1M to $5M and may execute projects up to $10M.

Working with leadership, technology, maintenance, operations, engineering, safety and quality, the Project Manager is accountable to the site(s) for capital projects implementation, status reporting and optimal utilization of site team/external engineering in compliance with site(s) and corporate work processes.

Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Coordinates with Project Sponsor and Divisional Engineering Director to develop Business Objectives Letter

• Leads and provides input into developing the project objectives.

• Coordinates with the Site Engineering Manager / Regional Engineering Manager to develop project execution strategy and priorities to support achievement of business objectives.

• Coordinates with Finance to develop project economic model to support project justification and prioritization.

• Provides leadership for an effective and cohesive team by ensuring roles and responsibilities are clearly understood, team member workloads are reasonable, cross-function communications are adequate for both internal and external members

• Works with high performing teams from an external engineering partner.

• Regularly engages the project steering team to ensure alignment with business and functional direction, seek help with issue resolution and provide status updates throughout the project's execution.

• Defines and analyzes Key Performance Indicators to ensure overall performance expectations for the project are met and communicates results to the steering team and appropriate functional leaders.

• Works with Process Engineers / Manufacturing Technology for developing strong Basic Data.

• Works with project team and engineering leadership to identify appropriate design deliverables.

• Ensures all the required EHS (Environmental, Health & Safety) reviews are held, and Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements are incorporated into the facility design and installation.

• Engages Process Hazard Analysis experts when needed

• Understands Front-End Loading (FEL) process

• Leads the team in identifying non-cap alternatives or lower capital options, evaluating scope options, conducting risks analyses, and developing mitigation plans

• Leads project gatekeeping reviews.

• Engages early and independently with Sourcing organization during FEL to align on Contracting and Procurement strategies

• Drives the use of preferred vendors / suppliers and alliances partners.

• Ensures site personnel are staffed and prepared for commissioning, pre-start-up reviews, and start-up of the new facilities, including training, procedure updates, maintenance records updates, qualification plans etc.

• Ensures schedules are aligned with supply chain and operations/maintenance needs, such as Turn-Arounds (TARs), to determine when outages are available if necessary.

• Responsible for the safe execution of all field construction activities leveraging, when needed, Construction Management through Engineering contractors.

• Prepares preliminary construction safety plan

• Applies Life Saving Principles and applicable EHS standards

• Actively pursues continuous improvement in EHS and pursues the interdependent state of project team.

• Leads Job Safety Analysis/Safe Work Permit development and "toolbox" meetings prior to contractor work

• Performs meaningful safety audits and tracks safety observations

• Runs constructability reviews and integrates findings in Scopes of Work

• Works with procurement to set up and execute bid meetings

• Can develop and maintain a construction schedule

• Manages contractor adherence to scopes of work

• Develops detailed cost estimate following Estimating Guidelines requirements.

• Structures the estimate using the appropriate scope breakdowns e.g., Design Areas, WBS (Work Breakdown Structure), construction packages.

• Develops and maintains integrated project schedule

• Runs critical path analysis to adjust project team efforts and keep project on track

• Prepares funding requests and establishes baseline forecasts for monthly capital and non-cap expenditures

• Provides monthly Cost Control and update Forecast according to real progress vs plans

Ideal Background

Education: Bachelor or Master’s degree, or equivalent technical experience in Engineering fields: Process / Chemical Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, Bio-Tech, Food Technology Engineering.

Certification: Construction Safety Rules & Regulations (OSHA 510 or equivalent); Project Manager Professional (PMP) Certification is a plus

Experience: This position requires 5+ years of relevant experience in engineering and project management.

• Good understanding of the Stage Gated Model of Capital Execution process (CEP)

• Demonstrated Ability to effectively self-manage and prioritize multiple Tasks.

• Demonstrated Ability to lead and work effectively with diverse Teams.

• Autodesk / 3D models / Laser scanning applications

• Automation & Process Controls systems

• Proficient in ECOSYS and SAP systems

• Knows the fundamentals of manufacturing plants and departmental functions

• Knows the balance including Process Equipment Trains, Utilities and DCS (Distributed Control System) Systems

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

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Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.

Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.

As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Hargrove is passionate about serving our clients within our industry and the local economy, and we recognize that our impact goes beyond building great projects. Our extraordinary teammates serve the community with their time, talent, and generosity. The Hargrove team is a family whose volunteerism makes a huge impact on our communities, and The Hargrove Foundation is the vehicle for making a true difference in the lives of others.

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. Hargrove has consistently been ranked one of the “Best Firms to Work For” by organizations such as ZweigWhite and Business Alabama.

We pair expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. Our teammates strive to expand their knowledge and contribute to the success of the organization.