Senior Engineered Project Manager US Water Market Area

KSB is a leading supplier of pumps valves and related service. Our reliable high-efficiency products are used in applications wherever fluids need to be transported or shut off covering everything from building servicesindustry and water transport to waste water treatment power plant processes and mining. Founded in 1871 in Frankenthal Germany the company has a presence on all continents with its own sales and marketing organisations and manufacturing facilities. Around the globe more than 190 service centres and around 3500 service specialists are on hand to provide local inspection servicing maintenance and repair services under the KSB SupremeServ brand. Innovative technology that is the fruit of KSBs research and development activities forms the basis for the companys success.

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Job Title: Senior Engineered Project Manager US Water Market Area
Reports to: Manager Project Engineering & Execution US Water Market Area

Location: Richmond VA (preferred) or Remote

Position Summary:
The Senior Engineered Project Manager leads complex multi-disciplinary projects in the municipal water wastewater and stormwater sectors with a primary focus on pumping systems. This senior-level role involves full lifecycle responsibility from planning and design through construction and commissioning for engineered pump solutions integrated into treatment plants conveyance systems collection/distribution networks and flood control infrastructure.
The Senior Engineered Project Manager engages in engineering projects from initiation to commissioning to product support. The position responsibilities include project execution and control to achieve continuity of purpose within scope budget and time schedules. He/she is responsible for scheduling developing planning executing monitoring and controlling identified engineered projects. The position executes engineering and design requirements to furnish the deliverables set forth in the project specification defines the systems and equipment described in the order and ensures that systems comply with and function to customer specifications.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Own and drive full project delivery in strict alignment with contract terms and conditions and project specifications and drawings delivering on time within budget.
Build stakeholder confidence in KSB by providing decisive project leadership on project timelines RFIs change management conflict resolution and design issues positioning KSB as the trusted partner of choice.
Create and execute comprehensive project plans schedules and milestone frameworks; track progress anticipate roadblocks and proactively coordinate with Local and Factory teams to accelerate delivery and remove obstacles.
Translate client vision into achievable reality - expertly interpreting needs aligning expectations with financial realities and delivering solutions that exceed requirements while protecting profitability.
Take full command of financial performance consolidate as-sold budgets control execution budgets and drive margin optimization throughout the project lifecycle.
Lead technical scope definition & execution thoroughly review technical specifications drawings and requirements (pumps mixers VFDs controls etc.) to establish clear comprehensive project scope and deliverables.
Prepare & review technical submittal documentation and packages (drawings calculations analyses CAD 3D models) throughout the project life cycle to secure customer approvals in-line with internal and external requirements.
Serve as the primary interface providing confident updates on technical deliverables production & delivery timelines as required by Engineering Firms during the entire lifecycle of assigned projects.
Manage customer Requests for Information (RFIs) - Coordinate internal and external resources to provide technical assistance to answer and resolve technical issues and deliver best-in-class engineering solutions that resolve issues and strengthen stakeholder relationships.
Define communicate and protect project success criteria actively managing stakeholder expectations from inception through closeout to ensure consistent alignment and outcomes.
Anticipate and manage change as scope shifts. Actively devise contingency plans mitigate risks and turn potential disruptions into opportunities for improved project execution exceeding stakeholder expectations.
Disposition warranty and customer claims with a focus on fulfilling customer expectations. Gather and objectively review technical evidence to develop path forward in ways that reinforce customer loyalty and protect KSBs reputation.
Resolve warranty and claims with authority and fairness - objectively evaluate technical evidence determine clear paths forward and fulfill commitments in ways that protect KSBs reputation.
Coordinate and deliver onsite and/or remote support during startup commissioning and training as required on assigned projects. Ensuring internal and external stakeholder alignment is achieved.
Actively partner with Sales & Business Development Teams and provide technical and project execution insights to support the success of engineered project contracts expanding KSBs market presence within the engineered project space in the US.
Ensure flawless data integrity and visibility. Driving accurate contract processing through purchasing and planning systems to enable real-time reliable reporting and informed decision-making.
Instill a culture of continuous improvement personally lead post-project lessons learned sessions to capture successes address shortfalls and institutionalize best practices across the organization.
Spearhead process innovation actively participate in Kaizen initiatives and champion organizational change management to elevate business efficiency effectiveness and competitive advantage.
Embrace additional assignments as required to advance KSBs mission and business priorities.

Support all the stakeholders of the Water Market Area in the acquisition of new business and retention of existing accounts.
Self-train and maintain up to date knowledge on the KSB product portfolio available for the water and wastewater market as well as gain self-sufficiency on the use of the internal configuration and pricing tools. Transfer this knowledge to representatives through in-person and on-line training.
Attend and Contribute to the Market Area company business meetings and provide reports on an as-needed basis.
Conduct business travel for in-person meetings in the most cost-effective manner and full abidance to KSB Travel and Expense Policy as well as KSBs Compliance Policy.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience:
B.S. degree in Engineering or equivalent work experience.
Project Management Professional (P.M.P) certification required.
Minimum of ten (10) years experience in water wastewater and stormwater infrastructure project management with significant focus on pumping systems.
Competency and Proficiency with Typical Business Systems (MS Tools Adobe etc.)
Experience with Document Control/Transmittal processes
Experience with Project Scheduling Software (Project Primavera etc.)
Experience in private and public bid processes.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Strategic thinking - Generation and application of unique business insights and opportunities intended to create competitive advantage for a firm or organization.
Quality & Productivity Produces work at a fast rate and with high accuracy. Demonstrates accountability if mistakes occur and ensures overall quality control.
Matrix management Develop relationships trust empathy and emotional awareness to successfully lead and influence stakeholders (including representatives) involved in the successful performance of the Engineered Project Business.
Time management Managing ones own time and the time required from others for projects work and in all aspects of the daily business while achieving strategic objectives.
Communication skills talking to others to convey information effectively one on one and in group presentations.
Technical Comprehension ability to understand complex technical concepts systems and drawings as shared by design and construction documentation.
Collaboration collaborative approach to sales activity problem solving and knowledge sharing.
Active Learning Self-reliance to seek and acquire relevant knowledge for the successful performance of the territory. Understanding the implications of latest information for both current and future problem-solving and decision making.
Deductive Reasoning The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce sensible answers.
Social Perceptiveness Being aware of others reactions and interpretations of an appropriate response.

Computer skills - Outlook Excel Word Power Point Adobe Acrobat CRM and Pump Selection & Configuration Software as a minimum.

EOE/M/F/D/V Drug Free Environment

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