Job Description

Manages overall project and assists in establishing project specific objectives and policies. Facilitates continuous collaboration with the discipline managers and technical leads, enforces company and project policies, maintains close client relationship, and ensures all facets of the project are constructed in accordance with design, budget and schedule. Performs all functions and responsibilities in partnership with the company’s culture, company vision, ethics, and code of conduct. Position has profit/loss reporting responsibility for assigned projects with a recommendation plan for recovery in the case of a loss.ResponsibilitiesEstablishing a healthy safety culture for the project team by consistently presenting brief safety talks during team project meetingEnable a collaborative and trusting environment allowing the team to express their opinions leading to team alignment on key issues and strategiesImplementing company policies and procedures. Develop and review project proposal or plan to determine and establish schedule, work plan, budget, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements and allotment of available resources to various phases of the project. Translate the plan by working with the Nexus scheduler to plan the sequence of engineering tasks and other key activities and obtain buy-in from both the internal and external project teamDocument meetings and decisions including the who, what, where, why and the impact to the scope, budget, schedule and safetyWork with the project services team to review and confirm project controls data (earned values, schedule and cost performance and issue status reports to the client as requiredIdentify project scope changes, estimate the cost of the change, issue change notices to the client for approval and follow up on receipt of formal change ordersProvide project quality assurance by monitoring the completeness of Nexus’ standard quality proceduresIdentify and document project risks with recommended mitigation plans. Facilitate risk review meeting with the clientEnsure compliance with project specifications and stage gate work processes and deliverablesCapturing lessons learned and documenting them within the Nexus lessons learned databaseResponsible for continuously expanding and updating professional knowledge and honing skills and competencies to enhance individual and team innovation and productivityQualifications10+ years of project management experience, preferably in a consulting organizationBachelor of Science in an engineering discipline (required); advanced degree is a plusEIT certification desired; PE is a plusPMP certification is a plusExperience leading and managing engineering project efforts, ensuring alignment with defined budgets and schedulesProven ability to manage discipline and project team work within defined budgetsExpertise in identifying and solving ambiguous engineering and management issuesAdvanced knowledge of industry standards (API, ASME, ASTM, PIP, etc.)Working knowledge of industry safety and risk management practicesProficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Project, AutoCAD, and PLANT 3-DExcellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical writingDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively with teams and clientsExperience building and developing high-performing teamsAbility to work effectively in teams and maintain a positive client-facing presenceStrong leadership skills, with an emphasis on mentoring and collaborationStrong understanding of business challenges and capability to manage them effectivelyDeep understanding of process and personal safety, including risk management techniquesCompetitive BenefitsLearn more about our competitive benefits in detail.Why Nexus?Nexus Engineering Group, a distinguished independent full-service engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCM) firm, provides comprehensive support to clients from concept through startup. With over a decade of demonstrated engineering and design success, Nexus stands out as the firm of choice for those valuing integrity and expertise.At Nexus, you will be part of a talented and passionate team dedicated to excellence and innovation. We foster a collaborative and engaging work environment, making it a place where you’ll enjoy contributing to impactful projects. Joining Nexus means aligning with a firm renowned for its creativity, dedication, and relentless focus on achieving client goals.Nexus Engineering Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.Third-Party Recruiting PolicyLearn more about our third-party recruiting policy.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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