Engineering Project Manager

Project Engineering ManagerJohns 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 AnnualThis 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 planProvide project management and oversight for all aspects and phases for multiple project assignments concurrently and drives projects to completionReview Mechanical and/or Electrical Controls detail engineering for all project aspectsEnsure compliance to technical specifications and contracts for equipment and services for all aspects of projectsCoordinate, review, provide oversight and manage external engineering resources and consultants as neededDevelop bid request documentation, supplier lists, bid evaluations, and make recommendations for purchasingResponsible 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 executionDesign 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 executionPrepare, review, deliver, and implement necessary training to maintenance and operations hourly workforce regarding the projectEnsure that all safety policies and procedures are followed, driving a zero-incident project environmentWork with Engineering Leaders and Procurement to identify and evaluate potential engineering firms and contractorsMaintain effective communication to management and project customers regarding project status, problems, and changesPrepare, organize, document, and archive project documentationWork 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 processApply lean manufacturing concepts to all aspects of design and project executionDrives 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 opportunitiesFollows 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 engineersMay 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 industryStrong 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 skillsStrong problem-solving skillsDemonstrated high level of drive and initiative to complete assigned tasks and investigate and seek out improvement opportunitiesWorks with limited guidance, effectively self-directed, both independently and in a team environmentAbility to interface at all levels of the organization, both internally and externallySupervises/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 processExperience preparing estimates, schedules and project deliverablesProven ability to negotiate and manage changeSolid knowledge of contract design and legal requirementsProficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OutlookProficient in project scheduling software (MS Project, Primavera)Exposure to SAP systems a plusHeavy 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 poundsPlease Keep in MindIf 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.BenefitsJohns 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