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Program Manager

Powell
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 3/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/21/2025

Job Description

Position Summary

Supervise and lead assigned Project Management staff members in organizing all aspects of the project execution lifecycle. From the requirement phase, through project retirement / closeout. Directly manage assigned programs, sub-programs, and major projects. Posted position does not allow for sponsorship or relocation assistance.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Drive positive customer experience during project execution
  • Provides consultation on proposal development as required
  • Oversee program's budget performance
  • Contract validation, program scheduling management, change order administration and negotiations management
  • Resolve all program / project-related issues
  • Focus on P / L driven commercial and contractual obligations
  • Provide proactive leadership and direction for Project Team members
  • Attend / Chair meetings as required to resolve issues and provide status updates
  • Handle multiple projects simultaneously within a program
  • Develop and implement training to assigned staff and indirect project team members
  • Responsible for program commercial and contract management
  • Effectively work within a multi-organizational / divisional project environment.
  • Develops and manages Program Management Plans
  • The key point of contact for all communications between the customer and Powell
  • Responsible for progress reporting
  • Ensures project alignment between customer requirements and company objectives to maximize benefit realization
  • Lead and or participate in continuous improvement initiatives

Minimum Qualifications

  • BS / BA Degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience; or BS / BA Degree with MBA, MS plus six years minimum relevant, progressive work experience
  • Be a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) or have a management level certification from the Association of Project Management (APM) Previous Project Management experience with P / L responsibilities desirable
  • Previous Project Management managerial or supervisory experience desirable
  • Ability to coach and develop direct reports
  • Experience utilizing Projects related software (i.e., Primavera, Microsoft Projects, Excel and Oracle) with the ability to learn new software programs
  • Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

  • Expected Competencies to include :
  • Business Acumen (Business Strategy, Contract Management)
  • Leadership (Inclusiveness, Critical Thinking)
  • Technical Project Management (Professional Execution within a formal framework)
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and influence a matrix-organized team through the lifecycle of a project
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with all stakeholders
  • Detail-oriented and results-driven.
  • Demonstrated ability to make decisions based on limited information
  • Established ability to negotiate with and influence customers, subcontractors and other key stakeholders
  • Strong focus on customer satisfaction
  • Technically astute
  • Working & Environmental Conditions

  • The employee typically performs duties in a normal office environment. There may be some work in a manufacturing environment and exposure to the elements of our factory. Additionally, there may be some work performed in the field with exposure to construction sites or active customer facilities.
  • It is the policy of Powell Industries to promote safe working conditions for ALL employees, to make available where necessary special equipment to protect employees against specific hazards, to reduce accidents through prevention programs and to establish rules that are designed for the safety of all. It is the responsibility of each employee to adhere to this policy, as well as to observe all safety practices and exercise every precaution for the safety of accidents.
  • This position is expected to travel approximately 5-10% of the time and must be able to travel with short notice and / or for extended periods of time. Physical Requirements
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Regularly required to use hands to touch, hold, handle, or feel.
  • Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
  • Must occasionally lift and / or move up to 65 pounds.
  • Maintaining body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs.
  • More Information

    This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

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    About Us

    In our 75 year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organization. As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated, and assembled to customer specifications!

    Powell's culture has and will always be founded in our "can do" attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Become a part of our story and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have a legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis, with only those candidates selected for interview contacted.

    Powell offers comprehensive health insurance for you and your family, 401k savings, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, company-sponsored wellness programs, and a collaborative work environment.

    We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer / Vet / Disability

    If you need an accommodation in the hiring process, you may contact [redacted]. Application status inquiries will not be accepted in this manner.

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