FPC Franchise
Senior Technical Project Manager
FPC Franchise, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States,
We are seeking an exceptional and results-driven Technical Project Manager (TPM) to join our Program Management Office (PMO). The TPM will play a pivotal role in driving complex engineering projects within SPARC, our first-of-a-kind compact fusion machine. The TPM will be responsible to ensure that a comprehensive plan is established around the engineering, design and construction of complex highly engineered process systems and that the team executes to meet the requirements of that plan.
This team member will:
Drive engineering projects within SPARC from inception to completion
Develop comprehensive plans for the engineering, procurement and construction of highly engineered process systems
Manage SPARC systems through final design, working with a cross-functional team of engineers, scientists, designers, and analysts
Establish project milestones & ensure all deliverables are met while adhering to strict budget and timeline parameters
Develop comprehensive project plans, outlining project scope, goals, deliverables, resources, and timeline to meet strategic targets
Support resolution of schedule conflicts
Track and report SPARC progress
Facilitate collaboration between the PMO, system leads and other SPARC project team members to create more efficient project methods, efficient project communication, standards and reporting channels between groups
Lead implementation of strategic process improvement plans and act as a catalyst to resolve diverse objectives and competing priorities within the SPARC team
Lead a cross-functional team (matrix) composed of engineers, designers, analysts, procurement specialists, and other stakeholders to meet the requirements of the execution plan
Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture to drive project execution and achieve collective goals
Manage cost & schedule along with driving critical risk-based decisions throughout the project life cycle
Monitor project timelines rigorously, identifying potential delays, devising, and implementing mitigation strategies to maintain project schedule
Keep stakeholders informed about project progress through regular updates and reporting
Lead the active management of risks throughout the project lifecycle: Identify risks, develop & drive mitigation plans, and keeping stakeholders informed about progress of risks through regular updates & risk reporting
The ideal candidate will have most, if not all, of these requirements:
Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field
Proven track record of managing complex engineering projects with excellent project management skills, exceptional leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of technical project lifecycles.
Minimum 8 years of experience in engineering and project management working with a wide range of engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electrical and other areas.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
Possess a thorough understanding of project management, planning, and scheduling methods and techniques.
Exceptional planning, organizational, and time management skills
Thorough understanding of engineering product life-cycle with experience in driving products through phase-gate design reviews such as CDR, PDR, FDR or equivalent
Experience working with Jira, Confluence
Experience with scheduling tools such as MS Project, P6 or equivalent
Additional preferred experience and/or qualifications:
Experienced in the construction of highly engineered process systems
Previous work experience in construction or an industrial environment
Experience with 3D model and schematic design CAD systems and ability to navigate such systems
Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally
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This team member will:
Drive engineering projects within SPARC from inception to completion
Develop comprehensive plans for the engineering, procurement and construction of highly engineered process systems
Manage SPARC systems through final design, working with a cross-functional team of engineers, scientists, designers, and analysts
Establish project milestones & ensure all deliverables are met while adhering to strict budget and timeline parameters
Develop comprehensive project plans, outlining project scope, goals, deliverables, resources, and timeline to meet strategic targets
Support resolution of schedule conflicts
Track and report SPARC progress
Facilitate collaboration between the PMO, system leads and other SPARC project team members to create more efficient project methods, efficient project communication, standards and reporting channels between groups
Lead implementation of strategic process improvement plans and act as a catalyst to resolve diverse objectives and competing priorities within the SPARC team
Lead a cross-functional team (matrix) composed of engineers, designers, analysts, procurement specialists, and other stakeholders to meet the requirements of the execution plan
Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture to drive project execution and achieve collective goals
Manage cost & schedule along with driving critical risk-based decisions throughout the project life cycle
Monitor project timelines rigorously, identifying potential delays, devising, and implementing mitigation strategies to maintain project schedule
Keep stakeholders informed about project progress through regular updates and reporting
Lead the active management of risks throughout the project lifecycle: Identify risks, develop & drive mitigation plans, and keeping stakeholders informed about progress of risks through regular updates & risk reporting
The ideal candidate will have most, if not all, of these requirements:
Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field
Proven track record of managing complex engineering projects with excellent project management skills, exceptional leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of technical project lifecycles.
Minimum 8 years of experience in engineering and project management working with a wide range of engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electrical and other areas.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
Possess a thorough understanding of project management, planning, and scheduling methods and techniques.
Exceptional planning, organizational, and time management skills
Thorough understanding of engineering product life-cycle with experience in driving products through phase-gate design reviews such as CDR, PDR, FDR or equivalent
Experience working with Jira, Confluence
Experience with scheduling tools such as MS Project, P6 or equivalent
Additional preferred experience and/or qualifications:
Experienced in the construction of highly engineered process systems
Previous work experience in construction or an industrial environment
Experience with 3D model and schematic design CAD systems and ability to navigate such systems
Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally
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