Job Title: Project Manager Specialist
Location: Oklahoma, OK(Remote)
Duration: 24 Months + Extension
Bill Rate: $87/hour (C2C)
Job Type: W-2, 1099, C2C
Client: To Be Discussed Later
Work Authorization: US Citizen, Green Card, OPT-EAD, CPT, H-1B, H4-EAD, Other

Job Description:

The Project Manager Specialist will oversee projects from initial planning through design, construction, commissioning, and closeout. This position is responsible for managing project scope, budgets, schedules, resources, and risks while ensuring projects meet established objectives. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented project management professional with strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to coordinate multiple priorities in a complex environment. 

Key Responsibilities:

Lead projects through all phases, including planning, design, execution, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
Create and maintain project schedules, budgets, milestones, resource plans, and financial forecasts.
Track project performance, identify potential issues, and implement solutions to maintain timelines and budget targets.
Coordinate engineers, contractors, operations teams, supply chain personnel, and third-party vendors.
Monitor project funding, expenditures, and overall financial performance while providing regular status updates.
Establish priorities and coordinate resources to support efficient project execution.
Ensure projects follow applicable safety standards, regulatory requirements, and established procedures.
Assess project risks, determine resource needs, and identify when additional contractor support is necessary.
Maintain accurate project documentation and complete closeout activities, including lessons-learned reviews.
Manage multiple projects and competing deadlines while maintaining strong organization and attention to detail.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Business, Construction Management, or a related field, with at least five years of project management experience.
Alternative qualifications include a bachelor's degree with six years of related experience, an associate degree with nine years of related experience, or 12 years of relevant experience in project management, engineering, construction, or utility operations.
At least one year of experience leading projects.
Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage projects within established budgets and schedules.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Valid driver's license.
Preferred: Utilities or energy industry experience, PMP certification, and familiarity with SAP or similar enterprise software.