Project Manager

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Project Manager with compressor manufacturing experience to join our team. The successful candidate will lead and manage various projects related to the design, manufacturing, and delivery of compressors used in power generation and other industrial applications. The Project Manager will be responsible for ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to customer specifications and quality standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end management of compressor manufacturing projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closing.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, ensuring timely completion of key milestones.
• Manage project budgets, track costs, and ensure that projects are completed within financial constraints.
• Work closely with the following teams, in both Korea and US, engineering, production, quality control, and procurement teams to ensure the seamless integration of compressor designs and manufacturing processes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, ensuring clear communication, understanding of requirements, and addressing any project concerns.
• Ensure all compressor products meet the necessary quality standards and compliance requirements.
• Identify potential risks to the project timeline, budget, or quality and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Continuously assess and improve project management processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure high-quality output.
• Provide regular updates and progress reports to senior management and clients, ensuring all stakeholders are informed of project status. Maintains an understanding of a specific customer's business, work process, organization and standards.
• Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements / Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience in the compressor manufacturing industry, with a strong understanding of compressor design, manufacturing processes, and quality standards.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is a plus.
• Proficient in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).
• Strong knowledge of compressor systems and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with cross-functional teams and customers.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage schedules, and maintain accurate records.
• Knowledge in aspects of rotating machinery and/or oil and gas facility operations
• Ability to adapt to fast-paced, multi-faceted working environment and new businesses
• Office based role in Houston, Texas

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Compensation

Hanwha Power Systems Americas (HPSA) offers a dynamic and challenging work environment with benefits including generous Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Life Insurance and 401(k). HPSA will assist with normal moving expenses.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.