Project Manager bei Point Eight Power

Description

We are seeking a Project Manager, as a Project Manager (PM) at Point Eight Power, you will lead complex, engineered-to-order projects serving the oil & gas, marine, and energy markets. You’ll be accountable for the full project lifecycle from kickoff through delivery ensuring excellence in safety, quality, cost, and schedule performance. This is a highly visible role that represents both the Point Eight Power brand and the Mission Critical Group values: Transparency, Reliability, Innovation, and GRIT. You’ll work cross-functionally to deliver best-in-class solutions while driving operational discipline through our Business Management System (BMS) and the MCG Way Operating System.  Apply today and help us power the future of energy. 

Schedule: Monday to 8am to 5pm 

Location: This position is 100% onsite at our facility in Bay St. Louis, MS with occasional travel to our facilities in Belle Chasse, LA. We are prioritizing local candidates and do not provide relocation assistance. 

What You’ll Do

Project Execution & Delivery

• Own the schedule, scope, budget, and risk from start to finish.
   
• Ensure on-time delivery of high-quality products that meet client and contract requirements.
   
• Lead project kickoff meetings and align cross-functional teams.
   
• Track progress using ERP and Master Production Schedule tools; drive corrective actions when needed.
   
• Manage procurement readiness, production, testing, and shipping to meet milestones.
   
• Process project changes (scope, cost, design) with accuracy and speed.
   

Stakeholder & Client Engagement

• Act as the primary client contact, providing proactive updates on progress, risks, and next steps.
   
• Build strong, trust-based relationships by anticipating client needs and driving responsiveness.
   
• Collaborate across engineering, operations, supply chain, and service to resolve issues quickly.
   

Risk, Quality & Compliance

• Identify and mitigate risks early; escalate issues impacting delivery or cost.
   
• Ensure documentation meets ISO 9001 and MCG PMF standards.
   
• Partner with QA/QC to resolve warranty and quality concerns.
   

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Foster collaboration and accountability across teams without direct authority.
   
• Mentor junior PMs and share best practices to grow organizational capability.
   
• Contribute to strategic initiatives that reduce cycle times, improve margins, and enhance customer experience.

How We Measure Success

• On-time delivery (OTD) performance
   
• Margin vs. baseline
   
• Customer satisfaction and repeat business
   
• Quality metrics (NCRs, warranty claims, escapes)
   
• Schedule accuracy and effective change control

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, project management, or related field (preferred).
   
• PMP certification (required).
   
• Lean, Six Sigma, or ISO training (a plus).
   

Experience

• 3+ years managing complex, engineered-to-order manufacturing projects (preferred).
   
• Industry experience in oil & gas, marine, electrical equipment, or critical power.
   
• Strong knowledge of ERP/IFS systems, MS Project/Primavera, and reporting tools (Excel/Power BI).
   

Skills

• Proven leadership and conflict resolution skills.
   
• Excellent communication (verbal, written, presentation).
   
• Strong analytical and organizational abilities.
   
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while balancing strategic and tactical needs.
   
• Self-driven and detail oriented.

Working Conditions

• Office-based with regular shop floor interaction.
   
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs and safely navigate production areas.
   
• Occasional travel to clients, suppliers, or test facilities (up to 10%).

Why Join Us?

At Point Eight Power, you’ll be part of a team that builds mission-critical solutions for some of the world’s most demanding industries. You’ll have the opportunity to make a direct impact on project success, client satisfaction, and company growth.

We’re looking for a driven, organized, and solutions-focused Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to lead from the front.