Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager

Columbus, OH, US

The Shelly Company, a CRH company, is a vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mix concrete and paving services throughout the state of Ohio. Our commitment to quality drives us to use the most modern, efficient and environmentally friendly technology in our industry. The Shelly Company is known throughout the industry for innovation, quality and for our commitment to safety.

Position Overview

Reporting to the VP Technical Services, the Senior Manager will oversee a portfolio of strategic projects within the company as well as a team consisting of a project engineer and capital project coordinator. The position will be responsible for the following responsibilities, but not limited to; developing, budgeting, proposing, executing, and managing all aspects falling within the scope of each project.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Adhere to all CRH, OSHA, and MSHA rules and regulations and wear proper safety equipment on plant grounds.
• Supports and helps oversee all aspects of projects.
• Ensures project site safety and environmental compliance. Works with assigned corporate / site HSE professionals and assures that assigned contractors for projects conform to required health and safety procedures and practices, with a focus on risk assessment.
• Supports and helps lead the project from concept design to feasibility phase, up to execution, following the project life cycle.
• Develop the project's budget, schedules, milestones, pre-established contracts, and work quality in collaboration with other key stakeholders.
• Provides overall strategic governance for projects by establishing processes and tools used for project delivery, establishes methodologies to set quality targets to assess project results and maintain a project risk matrix.
• Sets deadlines, assigns responsibilities, monitors execution, and summarizes the progress of each project.
• Oversees the Project(s) through Concept, Feasibility and Execution stages of the life cycle and is responsible for maintaining and updating company implemented tools. Collaborates with Engineering, Procurement, Operations, and other teams within the CAPEX project team.
• Work closely with the CAPEX project team to manage an overall project schedule and the project progress.
• Responsible for foreseeing typical issues surrounding schedules, construction, project costs and proposing improvements and cost savings for current and future projects.
• Develop a thorough document control process (cost management, construction drawings, etc.).
• Develop a rigorous communication and reporting process (accurate and timely information in a transparent manner) across the entire organization.
• Collaborate with AMAT National Performance Team, Steering Committee, and other key stakeholders for duration of project.
• Is present on-site and performs field supervision at the location for extended periods of time managing the site construction team up to commissioning and start-up.
• In charge of developing the monthly project progress report, and leads the presentation to the Project Capex team and to the Executive/Steering Committe
• Directs the activities of the project support staff and ensures that project decisions are in line with the overall strategy
• Adopts a process for managing capital risk such as change in scope, material delays, safety or quality concerns, change orders, etc.
• Adopts a process for tracking and documenting lessons learned for the purpose of improving future performance
• Promote the deployment of the latest technology to improve efficiency and reduce carbon emissions.
• Prepares reports for Division CAPEX Steering Committee on a frequent basis regarding status of project(s).
• Utilize demonstrated best industry practices, techniques, and standards throughout the project execution.
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree (B.S. or B.E.) from four-year college / university or equivalent experience.
• Engineer and / or Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred but not required.
• At least 10 years' experience in supporting and / or managing projects in mining, heavy construction and / or process industry.
• Proven experience and leadership in managing multiple CAPEX projects preferred.
• Experience in building trust and coaching a diverse team of business leaders.
• Strong ability to gain trust and create alignment across the organization to help drive project execution.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong values and high standards of ethics, integrity, and trust.
• Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read, write and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.
• Ability to understand engineering drawings and associated calculations.
• Surveying experience with total station, GPS systems accessories a plus
• Knowledge of advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office Products, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, AutoCAD, and structural analysis software.
• Ability to create and manage large construction budgets.
• Strong financial, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong negotiation and project management skills are important.
• Business acumen in manufacturing, distribution, and/or construction operations.
• Strong action orientation and drive for results.
• Strong oral/written communication, presentation, and listening skills.
• The ability to deal with ambiguity and facilitate change.
• The ability to lead effective teams.

Work Requirements

• Travel 25%+/-
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Individuals must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA.
• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.

Competencies:

Project Managers should be highly skilled in a broad range of competencies that will ensure their ability to lead and facilitate actions to identify opportunities, engage teams in designing and implementing solutions, and influencing critical stakeholders. These competencies include:

• Balance Stakeholders
• Business Insight
• Financial Acumen
• Project and Portfolio Management
• Action Oriented
• Communicates Effectively
• Ensures Accountability
• Managing Complexity
• Situational Adaptability
• Courage
• Collaborates
• Manages Ambiguity
• Influence Others
• Being Resilient
• Strategic Mindset
• Optimize Work Processes
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Instills Trust

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear.
• May require standing for extended periods of time.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must hold weights of 5-10lbs in a stretched arm position for extended periods.
• Able to climb ladders or stairs and to work at heights.
• Able to stand on hard surfaces for extended periods of time.

Work Environment

Normal office working conditions in addition to industrial plant sites and quarries require the usage of personal protective equipment, e.g., hard hats, steel-toed boots, and safety glasses.

• Able to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to drive up to 8 hours for onsite services and meetings.
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