Project Manager

Our client, an established organization in the oil & gas services sector, is seeking a Project Manager to join their Houston team. This position is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering multiple concurrent projects, ensuring operational, technical, and commercial objectives are met safely, on time, and within budget. The Project Manager will serve as a key point of contact for clients and internal stakeholders throughout the full project lifecycle.

Salary + Additional Benefits:

• $120,000-$130,000 + Discretionary Bonus
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401K - company match

Location: Houston, TX

Type of Position: Direct Hire

Responsibilities:

• Plan, manage, and coordinate all phases of assigned projects from initiation through completion.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations to support successful delivery.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with technical requirements and client expectations.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams (including engineering, operations, manufacturing, quality, safety, environmental, finance, and other internal departments).
• Assign tasks, monitor progress, and drive accountability across the project team to maintain schedule and quality commitments.
• Support and develop project team members, fostering a high-performance, collaborative working environment.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle and maintain strong working relationships with clients, contractors, third-party inspectors, and subcontractors.
• Communicate project status, key milestones, risks, issues, and changes clearly and in a timely manner to internal and external stakeholders.
• Review technical aspects of projects to confirm feasibility, quality, and efficiency, and support problem-solving through engineering, assembly, and testing phases.
• Identify risks, constraints, and scope changes; recommend and implement effective mitigation plans and corrective actions.
• Monitor project budgets, costs, and expenditures to support financial targets; review cost variances and take appropriate action.
• Approve project-related expenditures within assigned authority limits and ensure appropriate financial controls are followed.
• Coordinate subcontractor scope, timelines, and commercial agreements to support project objectives and delivery requirements.
• Prepare and present project status reporting, including progress updates, risk items, and financial performance.
• Lead and/or participate in project review meetings and post-project evaluations; capture lessons learned to support continuous improvement.
• Support proposal development and technical/commercial submissions as needed.
• Maintain client relationships to help identify future opportunities and support business growth.
• Follow all company and/or client quality, safety, and environmental procedures at all times.
• Immediately report and document accidents, incidents, near misses, hazards, or unsafe conditions per company requirements.
• Maintain a “stop work” mindset by not performing tasks without appropriate training/authorization; escalate questions or concerns when in doubt.
• Complete required internal training as assigned, including safety and compliance, company onboarding/induction, and tool/equipment training relevant to job duties.

Requirements:

• Strong engineering and project management experience within a multi-disciplined environment
• Experience working with clients and vendors within oil & gas and/or heavy engineering industries
• Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong commercial awareness, including experience managing budgets and project costs
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build credibility with stakeholders at all levels
• Proficiency with standard business software tools (including spreadsheets, documents, and email/calendar platforms)
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Project Management certification (APM, PMP, or equivalent) preferred
• Chartered status (or similar professional designation) is an advantage
• Self-motivated with strong ownership, accountability, and follow-through
• Highly organized, adaptable, and responsive to changing project demands
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Ability to work primarily onsite in an office environment with regular interaction in workshop/manufacturing/operational areas; willingness to use PPE as required
• Ability to travel to client sites as needed (including occasional field assignments depending on project requirements)
• Ability to work extended hours or adjust schedule to meet project deadlines and operational demands when required

Due to the high volume of applications we typically receive, we regret that we are not able to personally respond to all applications. However, if you are invited to take the next step in the process, you will typically be contacted within one week of submitting your application.

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