Engineering Project Manager

GENERAL DESCRIPTION MEGI Engineering Inc. is a full-service engineering design and consulting firm located in Portland, OR serving the pulp and paper, industrial, power and utility, and chemical markets. We strive to provide a Collaboration of Excellence, both within the company and with our clients. As an Engineering Project Manager, the successful candidate must be competent in performing, leading, and directing all aspects of multi-discipline engineering project execution, including planning, directing, supervising, and controlling all technical, fiscal, and administrative functions. Supervisory responsibility may include providing technical guidance and coordination for staff assigned to one or more projects, mentoring and developing staff, and interviewing and recruiting potential new hires. This position is client-facing with an emphasis on ensuring design, schedule, cost, scope, quality, and safety. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Deliver projects on time, within budget, and to approved specificationsEnsure engineering deliverables satisfy the project requirements within the scope of work to the required quality standardsDevelop engineering proposals in conformance with client requestsEstablish overall project execution plans, communication plans, and schedule.Develop, monitor, and review budgets, schedules, and staffing requirements for internal project teamsLead external project meetings to coordinate efforts, drive progress, identify scope change, and highlight risksEstablish, track, and report key performance indicators for external project teams during execution Employ professional project management tools to reduce project costs and deliver superior value to the clientProvide leadership on projects and act as the liaison between the client, varied stakeholders, and the engineering teamOversee the development of scope of work write-ups and cost estimates Review and approve all engineering deliverablesChampion safety in the field and in the design process for the project teams Mentor and train team members, clients, and vendors in project management fundamentals and proceduresHelp obtain new work through client interactions and relationships QUALIFICATIONS / QUALITIES Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering7 years of experience in Engineering Project ManagementPulp and Paper experience is highly desiredProfessional Registration (PE) is desiredKnowledge of paper machine equipment, processes, and operations is a plusSuccessful experience with engineering, construction, pre-design, pre-construction, contract management, project delivery methods, team building, and building client relationshipsProficient with Microsoft Office suite of software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project)Excellent verbal and written communication skillsMust possess exceptional organizational skills with emphasis on meeting customer deadlinesMust work well in a fast-paced, diverse, team environment Able to travel as required, up to 25% but typically lessMust pass a drug test, physical, background check, and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policyUS Citizenship and valid US Driver’s License Typical duties will be performed in an office environment with occasional field trips to operating facilities or construction sites. This requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time, computer data entry, normal hearing, the ability to stand, walk, reach, climb and balance, clear close and distance vision, depth perception and the ability to focus. Lifting up to 25 pounds may be required. Please note that we will not sponsor an employment visa, such as H1-B or related visa, to fill this position. Salary and benefits are negotiable based on level of experience and the agreed upon responsibilities.