Project Manager II
Baton Rouge, LA - USA
Job Summary
Not just a job but a career
Yokogawa award winner for Best Asset Monitoring Technology and Best Digital Twin Technology at the HP Awards is a leading provider of industrial automation test and measurement information systems and industrial services in several industries.
Our aim is to shape a better future for our planet through supporting the energy transition (bio)technology artificial intelligence industrial cybersecurity etc. We are committed to the United Nations sustainable development goals by utilizing our ability to measure and connect.
About the Team
Our 18000 employees work in over 60 countries with one corporate mission to co-innovate tomorrow. We are looking for dynamic colleagues who share our passion for technology and care for our return we offer you great career opportunities to grow yourself in a truly global culture where respect value creation collaboration integrity and gratitude are highly valued and exhibited in everything we do.
Duties/Responsibilities
Project Execution & Delivery
Lead end-to-end delivery of complex ICSS projects across the full lifecycle including engineering procurement integration testing (FAT/SAT) commissioning and service handover.
Define and manage project scope schedules budgets and resource plans in collaboration with customers and cross-functional teams.
Develop and maintain detailed project plans including work breakdown structures cost forecasts and resource allocation.
Ensure projects are delivered on time within scope and within budget while optimizing profitability and cash flow.
Monitor project performance against plan implement corrective actions and provide regular status updates to stakeholders and customers.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously including coordination with remote and international teams.
Financial & Commercial Management
Manage project financials including budgeting forecasting billing cost control cash flow and contract claims.
Drive margin improvement through cost optimization and efficient execution.
Lead change order development including scoping risk assessment negotiation and execution.
Ensure compliance with contract terms financial requirements and risk management practices.
Support proposal development and pre-award activities including scope definition cost estimates execution strategy and risk assessment.
Customer & Stakeholder Management
Serve as the primary point of contact for customers building strong relationships and ensuring alignment on expectations.
Lead project reviews status meetings and reporting to maintain transparency on progress risks and performance.
Proactively resolve issues and identify opportunities for contract growth or scope expansion.
Maintain a high level of customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
Technical & Quality Leadership
Ensure adherence to Yokogawa standards project quality plans and ISO procedures.
Oversee engineering deliverables system architecture and technical execution in alignment with project requirements.
Participate in and oversee FAT SAT and design reviews to ensure successful system delivery and acceptance.
Ensure proper documentation reporting and project closeout activities are completed and archived.
Team Leadership & Collaboration
Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering procurement vendors subcontractors and internal support functions.
Provide leadership coaching and development opportunities to project team members.
Ensure alignment communication and effective collaboration across all stakeholders.
Ensure availability of required resources tools and training to achieve project objectives.
Job Requirements and Core Competencies:
Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to influence and guide cross-functional teams
Ability to work independently while effectively communicating progress risks and results to leadership
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present project updates to customers and senior management
Strong organizational analytical and problem-solving skills
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute project strategies that meet both customer and business objectives
Deep understanding of project management principles including scope schedule cost quality risk and resource management
Experience developing project execution plans resource strategies and productivity improvement initiatives
Strong financial acumen including budgeting forecasting cost control and margin optimization
Experience with project reporting performance tracking and executive-level presentations
Ability to manage project changes negotiations and contract-related matters effectively.
Ability to travel up to 30%
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Engineering or related field
8-15 years experience in ICSS/DCS or process control systems
5-8 years experience in the field of Project Management and Execution to include: EPC engagement contract management and resource management
ISO 9001 Quality Management System Awareness
Experience in Project and System Design Engineering Packages and related Software
Experience working with international teams and culture.
Current US work authorization without the need for employer sponsorship
Preferred Qualifications
PMP Training and Certification
Yokogawa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Yokogawa wants a diverse equitable and inclusive will actively recruit develop and promote people from a variety of backgrounds who differ in terms of experience knowledge thinking styles perspective cultural background and socioeconomic will not discriminate based on race skin color age sex gender identity and expression sexual orientation religion belief political opinion nationality ethnicity place of origin disability family relations or any other circumstances. Yokogawa values differences and enables everyone to belong contribute succeed and demonstrate their full potential.
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About Company
Yokogawa is a leading provider of Industrial Automation and Test and Measurement solutions. Combining superior technology with engineering services, project management, and maintenance, Yokogawa delivers field proven operational efficiency, safety, quality, and reliability.