Project Management Internship Internship

Job Summary: Responsible for planning and overseeing a wide variety of control system projects; from proposal generation through closeout. Coordinates internal and external personnel to complete projects on time and under budget. Undertakes multiple small to medium, or a single large project, or assists with managing larger projects under the direction of a more senior project manager. Works with technical staff and seeks guidance from experienced project leads, the company directors, and principals.

ABOUT THE JOB

Duties and Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities:• Excellent field experience and understands the roles of associated trades.• Shows initiative by seeking out new responsibilities.• 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 control system design and how it interfaces with other systems.• 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.• Has an open mind, especially with opposing viewpoints.• Adapts to changing demands of the situation.• Understands and enforces quality requirements on subcontractors. Project Management Responsibilities:• Communicate in an effective, positive, and proactive manner with customers and trade partners.• Complete assigned tasks accurately, on schedule, and under budget.• 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.• Meets and exceeds client expectations.• Accurately estimates the duration and difficulty of tasks.• Anticipates possible issues that may arise during a project and proactively plans solutions.• Monitors project progress and adjusts as required.• Provides accurate project forecasts and projections.• Ensures the team adheres to a realistic schedule and budget. • Capable of creating scope of work for subcontractors and overseeing execution of subcontractor contract.• Participates in generation and administration of change orders.• Demonstrates an awareness of project contracts and specifications.• Promotes a positive/collaborative team culture.Supervisory Responsibilities:• Where applicable, directs and oversees junior or subordinate staff members regarding construction, operations, and/or maintenance tasks and assignments at a project site.Required Skills and Abilities:• In addition to Associate Project Manager Skills and Abilities:• Works independently with minimal guidance from senior staff members.• Makes effective decisions based on data, intuition, experience, and judgement.• Balances the need to gather information with the need to make decisions quickly.• Anticipates and understands the needs, desires, and intentions of others. • Picks up on verbal and nonverbal cues from others.• Manages emotions effectively.• Demonstrates the ability to identify risks.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and oversee a variety of control system projects, coordinating internal and external personnel to complete projects on time and under budget.
• Communicate effectively with customers and trade partners, complete tasks accurately and on schedule, and seek opportunities for new work.
• Create scope of work for subcontractors and oversee execution of subcontractor contracts, participate in generation and administration of change orders.
• Monitor project progress, adjust as required, and ensure the team adheres to a realistic schedule and budget.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field combined with relevant technical experience.
• 3-5 years technical experience with exposure to project management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft operating systems and Office tools.
• Strong hands-on mechanical capabilities and understanding of control system design.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY

Education and Experience: • Bachelor of Science; Engineering or other pertinent curriculum combined with relevant technical experience. • Typically, 3-5 years technical experience with exposure to project management.• Proven Track Record: 2+ years as previous level.

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Positions open in Lincoln and Omaha Nebraska as well as Kansas City, Missouri.