Head of Engineering and Project Management

Overview Thermo Systems is a global, full-service control systems integration partner, delivering world-class automation solutions in the District Energy, Life Sciences, and Mission Critical markets. Our diverse leadership and dedicated engineering team are committed to excellence and consistent growth. Our unique company culture, known as "The Thermo Way," strengthens our team by fostering an environment where all members perform their best. As we continue to grow and evolve, "The Thermo Way" supports our goals of becoming a world-class organization, ensuring employee success, customer success, and financial strength.

Responsible for planning and overseeing a wide variety of control system projects; Based onsite in West Memphis, AR , this role coordinates internal and external personnel to complete projects on time and under budget. Undertakes strategic projects, or multiple projects of varying size. Works with technical staff and seeks guidance from experienced project leads, the company directors, and principals. Provides guidance and training to junior project managers.

Bachelor of Science; Typically, 10+ years total experience with at least 5+ years as a project manager.

Excellent field experience and understands the roles of associated trades.

Builds relationships with customers and contractors.

Exhibit proficiency in Microsoft operating systems and Office tools.

Demonstrate the ability to assist other project members during system installation and commissioning.

Possess and apply strong hands-on mechanical capabilities.

Understands electrical and mechanical system design and how decisions can impact process and safety.

Practice procedures outlined in the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) daily.

Demonstrate the ability to proof-read all project related documentation.

Consistently champions safety policies in the office and the field.

Understands and enforces quality requirements on subcontractors.

Project Management Responsibilities

Communicate in an effective, positive, and proactive manner with customers and trade partners.

Understand the scope of work assigned, identify when issues arise that are beyond that scope, and effectively resolve those with customer and team.

Seeks opportunities for new work with customers and contractors.

Understands and anticipates customer needs.

Provides accurate project forecasts and projections.

Anticipates possible issues that may arise during a project and proactively plans solutions.

Monitors project progress and adjusts as required.

Capable of creating scope of work for subcontractors and overseeing execution of subcontractor contract.

Demonstrates an awareness of project contracts and specifications.

Where applicable, directs and oversees junior or subordinate staff members regarding construction, operations, and/or maintenance tasks and assignments at a project site.

In addition to Project Manager II skills and abilities:

Is willing to take on undesirable responsibilities to help the team.

Gives discretionary effort to help the team succeed.

Networks effectively across the organization.

Ability to identify and mitigate risks.

Travel Required

As projects expand, this role may be expected to relocate in the future, offering the opportunity to support new sites and gain exposure to additional large-scale data center builds. Candidates must be open to relocation.

Per project requirements.

Model Thermo Systems core values of employee success, customer success and financial strength by:

Seeking new and additional business through project change orders, additional services to existing customers, and referrals for new customers/projects. Drive financial success.

Go the extra mile for your customer, take ownership of their needs, over communicate. Drive customer success.

Foster an environment of integrity, trust, collaboration, professionalism, serving one another, leading by example, and assuming good intent each and every day.

Competitive salary, annual bonuses, 401(k) with company match, and business travel reimbursement: Benefits: We offer full-time employees multiple healthcare packages, including low-cost options.

Casual Dress: Every day is "Casual Friday"; Training: We offer in-house and factory technical training to keep our staff sharp.

Tuition Reimbursement: We encourage academic advancement and professional credentialing.

Culture & Extras: We provide free lunches, regular team bonding & fun office events, and plenty of company swag.

Thermo Systems provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

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