Head of Engineering and Project Management

Job Description ITAC serves Process & Industrial clients with integrated engineering and construction services for complex capital projects. We also offer specialty services including power systems services and products, custom machine fabrication, and fall protection services and equipment. From humble beginnings to an ENR-Ranked Top Design Firm with a nationwide footprint and over 450 employees operating from 6 offices in Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, we provide Fortune 500 companies with innovative design-build solutions. We specialize in power generation & utilities, chemicals, food & beverage, forest products, advanced manufacturing, and minerals & metals.
Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and Direct Stock Ownership, every team member has the unique opportunity to be an owner who shares in the company’s growth and earnings. If the thought of challenging, fast-paced projects excites you, then you’ve come to the right place. This is a seconded position, meaning the selected candidate will be employed by ITAC but work full-time on assignment with one of our clients. While day-to-day responsibilities will be managed on-site with the client, ITAC provides ongoing support, resources, and benefits as your employer. This position is for an expected duration of six (6) months with an opportunity for permanent employment or extension. We are seeking a Project Manager to join our team. This role is pivotal in leading construction management and administrative efforts across plant projects, ensuring technical excellence, compliance with safety practices, industry standards, and alignment with project objectives. This role involves communication and collaboration with multiple project managers.

Provide project management of projects for the facility managing multiple projects at once.
Developing project schedules.
Defines project scope, estimates, develops funding requests and manages spending throughout the life of the projects.
Responsible for controlling costs, forecasting spending and reporting schedules to site management.
Leads decisions no contracting strategy and selection of contractor(s).
Procures equipment and material for project execution.
Works with plant maintenance team and contractors to schedule, execute, and supervise construction for projects.
Responsible for final close out reporting and all documentation required for the project.
Project documentation.
BS Engineering - Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or other engineering degrees acceptable with applicable job experience.

• 5+ years of experience in project engineering/management in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity as owner with capital projects executed on/integrated with existing operating sites.
• Experience in developing project schedules using MS project or other scheduling software.
• Change management experience.
• Strong commitment to safety, leading projects in achieving zero incidents and injuries.
• Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Able to handle scope changes reacting efficiently and expediently.
• Ability to work in and foster and strong team environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work with both management and craftspeople.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to stand on feet for extended periods of time, climb stairs, walk distances, and sit at the computer for long periods of time.
• From internships to seasoned professionals, our growing company provides career opportunities for all levels of experience. For life’s challenges, we also provide our employees and their immediate families with certified chaplains for around-the-clock encouragement and support. Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement