Engineering Project Manager

Project Engineering Manager (Capital Projects)
Littleton CO JMTC
R26_1268
Full time

Who We Are

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.

A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

Pay Range

$136,900.00-$188,200.00 Annual

This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus.

The Project Engineering Manager is accountable for the management of JM's largest and most complex projects and is an expert in companywide applied areas. Responsible to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple projects, and prioritize tasks and assign team members to ensure that resources are used effectively, and all project goals are met. Cooperates and communicates actively with the project stakeholders such as plant managers and business leaders to ensure alignment in all stages of the project. The typical project budget is $40M to $150M.

Responsible for equipment and work specifications; develops schedules, budgets and forecasts; selects materials, equipment, project resources, and contractors, and ensures all aspects of the design are reviewed technically and commercially for scope, safety, quality, and functionality. Identifies and promotes use of best practices and implements programs for continuous improvement in the Capital Project Process. (CPP)

Leads cross-functional project teams that typically consists of plant personnel, discipline engineers, procurement and external engineering contractors. Reports to the project steering team which reviews options and provides support and guidance at the various phases of the project.

Responsibilities:

• Execute investment projects with a budget of $40M to $150M with high complexity according the CPP process and requirements described below:
• Develop, guide, review, and present project feasibility studies and business cases that accurately identify project benefits, risks, and returns project assignments concurrently and driving projects to completion. Guide less experienced engineers on processes.
• Estimate costs of an approved project, resources and time required to complete. Drives the iteration of options to identify in the end the most optimal technical solution to meet the cost/performance improvements defined in the business case. Ensures that Lessons Learned are considered in design considerations.
• Evaluates vendors in close cooperation with procurement to check cost/performance and decides according to the project RACI on the sourcing plan
• Provide project management and oversight for all aspects and phases for multiple project assignments concurrently and drives projects to completion
• Review Mechanical and/or Electrical Controls detail engineering for all project aspects
• Ensure compliance to technical specifications and contracts for equipment and services for all aspects of projects
• Coordinate, review, provide oversight and manage external engineering resources and consultants as needed
• Develop bid request documentation, supplier lists, bid evaluations, and make recommendations for purchasing
• Responsible for the design of safe processes and specification of safe equipment, ensures that ergonomics are considered in all areas of design, and that potential safety and health hazards are identified and eliminated during project execution
• Design and specify environmentally compliant equipment and processes, ensure that all permit requirements are considered and addressed in the design, and that potential environmental issues are identified and addressed during project execution
• Prepare, review, deliver, and implement necessary training to maintenance and operations hourly workforce regarding the project
• Ensure that all safety policies and procedures are followed, driving a zero-incident project environment
• Work with Engineering Leaders and Procurement to identify and evaluate potential engineering firms and contractors
• Maintain effective communication to management and project customers regarding project status, problems, and changes
• Prepare, organize, document, and archive project documentation
• Work with Engineering Leaders and project engineers to drive consistency in the identification and use of best practices regarding project engineering and management, and to continuously improve on all aspects of the commercial components of the process
• Apply lean manufacturing concepts to all aspects of design and project execution
• Drives a continuous lesson learned logbook through the project and drives the analysis after finishing the project. Communication of the results in the engineering team to support the continuous improvement.
• Works proactively with process engineers, production, and maintenance departments to solve process and equipment issues, and to identify improvement opportunities based on joint performance reviews with coworkers.
• Provide engineering input for improved automation and product packaging opportunities
• Follows the trends in technology and equipment design by visiting tradeshows / exhibitions and key vendors.
• Coach and mentor project staff and assigned operations team, and assist them to solve problems and meet company, division and departmental objectives.
• Provide indirect leadership and coaching to less experienced project engineers
• May be required to perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements: (education, skills and abilities)

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, (chemical, electrical or mechanical) with a minimum of 10 years engineering experience in industrial or manufacturing industry
• Strong project management skills managing projects $40M +
• Proponent/SME for CPP and project management processes and improvements therein.
• Excellent leadership skills and proficient at building and motivating high-performance teams to deliver exceptional services and solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated high level of drive and initiative to complete assigned tasks and investigate and seek out improvement opportunities
• Works with limited guidance, effectively self-directed, both independently and in a team environment
• Ability to interface at all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
• Supervises/Leads individuals or a project team to achieve milestones and objectives by setting priorities and providing direction. Will provide feedback for performance evaluations.
• Experience managing contractors and sub-contractors, including bid process
• Experience preparing estimates, schedules and project deliverables
• Proven ability to negotiate and manage change
• Solid knowledge of contract design and legal requirements
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Proficient in project scheduling software (MS Project, Primavera)
• Exposure to SAP systems a plus
• Heavy travel required (30%-60%)
• Work environment is typical of a manufacturing facility: May be exposed to environmental conditions of cold, heat, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, heights, dust/mist/gas/fumes, extensive walking or climbing, etc.
• May be required to lift, carry, push or pull up to and including 25 pounds

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Please Keep in Mind

If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.

Benefits

Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.

Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.

Johns Manville supports employee growth with vast educational opportunities and a company-wide mentoring program. This program pairs employees and leaders to grow skills, build stronger internal networks and strengthen the company’s succession planning process. Johns Manville also offers soft and hard skills training facilitated by internal and external presenters. Our talent management team prioritizes the holistic growth of our workforce.

Diversity & Inclusion

Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.

Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

About Us

Johns Manville is a proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, serving customers in more than 80 countries, supplying innovative products to the construction, aerospace, automotive, filtration and energy industries. With a more than 160-year legacy, we understand that our story continues to grow only with the right people saying, thinking and doing the right things. Make your story our story.

Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.

Compensation details: 136900-188200 Yearly Salary

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