Reference #: 1111518400Lake Superior Consulting is seeking an Associate Project Manager to join our growing team!
The Associate Project Manager supports planning and coordination of cross-functional teams to achieve project success. This role applies technical expertise and project management fundamentals to establish an objective assessment of the project's goals, requirements, and constraints. Executing project plans, monitoring project performance, and mitigating risk will be required daily. This role will partner with the Project Manager, Team Manager, and program director to manage relationships with clients.
Responsibilities:Work closely with the Project Manager, Project Integration Department and key stakeholders to:Develop proposals complete with cost and resource estimates.Identify key deliverables and milestones.Establish baselines for project Scope, Schedule, Resources, and BudgetDevelop and execute project management plansSupport Project Manager to develop project charter, project work plans and kick-off meetings.Collaborate and assist Project Manager on assigned tasks.Communicate project plans to teams and gain stakeholder buy-in for successful execution of projects.Provide support and frequent communication and guidance to project stakeholders.Support the management of project plans (scope, deliverables, %work complete, budget and schedule)Identify issues and risks, develop risk mitigation strategies, provide change management when necessary.Coordinate with cross-functional teams and Management for acceptable resource allocation.Provide conflict management as necessary during key project decisions.In coordination with Project Manager responsible for:Facilitating Project Meetings; both internal and external stakeholdersMaintaining Project Management tools such as action item log, transmittal log, change order log, decision log, etc.Reviewing project progress & risks to ensure milestones are being metIdentifying and estimating Change OrdersFrequently gathering & reporting Project Performance Metrics and Status ReportsMaintaining project scheduleEnsures all OQ, Safety, and Quality requirements are met.Provide oversight for Project Coordinators on sub-projects or smaller, low risk projects.Provide direct support to Project Manager and Program Managers for large, complex projects or programs.Evaluate goals, objectives, and deliverables to meet final project requirements.Evaluate project performance with an emphasis on final costs to complete, lessons learned and close out activities.Requirements:Education, Certifications/Licenses, Experience:Bachelor's degree in engineering, project management, or related technical discipline preferred.Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Project Coordinator (or equivalent experience) required.CAPM certification preferred.Technical experience in a science or engineering related field preferred.Knowledge, skills, and abilities:Working knowledge of project management concepts and tools with aspirations to further develop skills and knowledge base.Strong desire to improve your leadership skills, with a proven history of successfully leading projects.Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects in a variety of locations and work environments.Experience with developing and managing project schedules.Sound financial skills, and the ability to interpret budgetary data.Proficient with Microsoft Office software.Ability to read/interpret basic technical information.Working knowledge of applicable State and Federal regulatory requirements that govern the oil and natural gas pipeline industry (49 CFR Part 192 & 195) preferred.Join an entrepreneurial team of dedicated engineering and technical service consultants that work to improve and strengthen our critical energy infrastructure. At Lake Superior Consulting (LSC), we are committed to safeguarding the well-being of people a d the environment without compromise in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. LSC provides integrity management solutions and engineering services to meet the increasing needs of our US and Canadian client base. Our talented team of technical professionals serves the Liquids and Natural Gas, Mining, Water and Wastewater, Renewables, and Manufacturing industries.
Competitive Compensation and Benefits Including:Medical, Dental, Vision InsuranceFlexible work options401K/Profit Sharing (6% company match)Company paid life, AD&D, and short/long term disabilityPaid time off (PTO)Paid holidays (twelve per year)Tuition reimbursement
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