Around the world, people, businesses, and countries are striving for a better future. A future that needs power and the right conditions to succeed. We’re the people who keep the lights on and control temperature.

We are hiring immediately a Sr. Project Manager, Major Projects anywhere in the US near a major airport – a role critical to customers’ electricity, heating, and cooling needs.

The individual will plan, direct, coordinate, and budget activities concerned with the installation, operations, and demobilization of temporary utility projects.

The Sr. Project Manager manages large, complex temporary utility projects and leads project teams. Other responsibilities are to mentor mid-level and junior project managers and provide guidance on project management processes, tools, and methodologies.

Why Aggreko? Here are some of the perks and rewards.

Work from home, on-site or in a local service center-hybridCompetitive compensation and BonusLow-cost medical plan option availablePaid training programs and tuition reimbursementSafety-focused culture

What you’ll do:

Work with Major Projects Program Manager and Major Projects Leader to provide leadership and mentoring across Major Projects teamManage a wide range of complex projects within established processes and tools, following formal project management principles.Work with internal engineering and other teams to facilitate estimates, drawings and other related material for customer quotesManage 3-5 major projects at a time through entire project life cycle. 30-40 % of projects will require onsite leadership.Plan, organize, and direct activities regarding installation, commissioning, maintenance, and demobilization including pre-job planning, parts lists, project drawingsPrimary interface with client, contractors, client’s engineer, internal Engineering department, vendors and internal technical service representativesTrack project against its schedule, budget and against phase review objectives, reporting status to management and customer on a regular basis, and executive staff as neededMentor mid-level and junior project managers. Expand team performance and deliverables reinforcing processes, tools, and templates.  Promote best practices and PM methodologiesConduct field assessments of team’s skills and behaviors, providing opportunities for learning and process improvementsAssist PMO in hiring and onboarding. Screen and interview PM team candidates. Engage in onboarding process and subsequent field observationsParticipate in PMO Portfolio internal/external post-project reviewsBe a safety champion: Lead by example and hold others responsible for working safely and providing a safe working environmentTravel 40-60 % of time to any area in North America in varying industries and environments

We’re experts, which means you’ll have the following skills and experience:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred in engineering, construction management10+ years of significant project experience managing field related projects in one or more sectors: Utility, Petrochem/Refining, Building Construction and ServicesMust have and maintain project management certification from PMI, APM or recognized equivalent, or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire date.Knowledge in HVAC/R, electrical power generation/transmission/distribution is a plusExperience in managing EPC, EPCM or similar Integrated project teamsStrong focus on HSE and safety leadership. Be a safety champion and lead by example and hold others responsible for working safely and providing a safe working environmentStrong negotiation skills for effective management and resolution of conflicts with internal and external stakeholdersDemonstrate decisiveness in resolving business problems, making decisions, and identifying prioritiesStrong organizational and communication skills for effective leadership of multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams and alignment of project objectives between various stakeholder groupsAbility to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulationsAbility to read and interpret one-line diagrams, P&IDs and process design packagesAvailability and willingness to work outside normal business hours, environments, climates, regions, etc.Intermediate computer software proficiency including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Teams, and SharePointMust be able to read, write and speak English fluentlyAbility to proficiently communicate verbal and written up and down organizationAbility to demonstrate vision and motivate high performing teamsMust be well organized and have ability to meet deadlines and perform under pressure in a fast-paced work environmentAbility to move or lift objects, typically less than 50 lbs

We recruit the best talent. Apply now and help us keep the power on.

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Equity, diversity and inclusion at Aggreko

We welcome people from different backgrounds and cultures, and respect people’s unique skills, attitudes and experiences. We encourage everyone to be themselves at work because we know that’s how we do our best, for each other, for our customers, for the communities where we work, and for our careers.

We are an equal opportunity employer. If you apply for a role at Aggreko, we will consider your application based on your qualifications and experience, and not on your race, colour, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.