Project Manager

Join to apply for the Project Manager role at Amp Americas This range is provided by Amp Americas. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $150,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Amp Americas HR & Talent Acquisition Specialist at Amp Americas About Amp Americas Founded in 2011, Amp Americas builds, manages, operates and maintains RNG production facilities that convert dairy waste into carbon‑negative hydrogen, renewable transportation fuel and power. The vertically integrated company leverages over a decade of unique expertise and specialized experience in carbon‑negative fuel development, operations, services and marketing to deliver comprehensive, turn‑key solutions that address greenhouse gas emissions and seek to improve air, land and water quality. Visit ampamericas.com. Position Summary The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for delivering Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) facilities and major capital improvements to existing facilities on time and on budget. This is a role that must collaborate extensively with development, engineering, procurement, and project controls staff to successfully build new projects from the ground‑up. The PM will help shape project execution plans and own outcomes from concept to completion, including conceptual and final designs, contracting strategies, cost estimating, scheduling, AFE development, assignment of responsibilities, monitoring, reporting project status, and developing then executing plans to avoid or mitigate delays and overruns. The PM must be highly skilled in client and vendor management, familiar with common gas processing equipment, demonstrate sound professional judgement, exhibit strong leadership / people‑management skills, and have a track record of creatively solving problems. The role will report to the VP of Project Delivery. Key Responsibilities Manage development and execution of renewable natural gas projects in accordance with established quality and safety standards Own, influence, and resolve any issues with client/farm, contractors, technology suppliers, design team, governmental/regulatory/permitting agencies, and local community from conceptual engineering through commissioning and start‑up to ensure projects are delivered on‑time, within scope, and within budget Manage all deliverables required to develop accurate project cost estimates and prepare comprehensive design basis documents as well as project execution plans for final design, procurement, and construction Own all project deliverables such as execution plans, quality control documentation, cost estimates, schedules, risk registers, management plans, regulatory and environmental plans. Track performance data (budget, earned value and activity reports) to monitor and measure productivity, activity levels, and progress against goals Proactively collaborate with internal stakeholders including commercial, operations, engineering, and supply chain to anticipate issues, quantify risks, and deliver solutions to address schedule conflicts, ensure vendor performance, and manage cost within budget Travel to and maintain an appropriate presence at the project site during the construction, start‑up, and commissioning phases Participate in all project status meetings Efficiently allocate resources throughout the life cycle of projects Review design documents to ensure conformance and accuracy Review and approve contractor bids, RFIs, submittals, Change Orders, etc. Drive rigorous adherence to installation, quality and safety requirements Keep Amp leadership team informed on progress of project and budget Lead development of commissioning plan and close‑out documentation (Job Books) Manage Change Orders, shop drawings review, punch list and project close‑out Required Skills / Abilities / Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma in a related field (e.g., Engineering) (preferred). 5‑7 years of related project management experience (required) Experience in Owner PM role dealing with EPC contractors (preferred) Demonstrate competence with the project management principles and practices (required) PMP or PRINCE II certification (preferred) Willingness to travel 50% or more of the time (required) Passion for & track record of delivering results and problem solving (required) Excellent written & oral communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain relationships externally and internally (required) Ability to work independently to organize, plan, coordinate, and manage multiple projects/tasks simultaneously (required) Strong leadership skills in delegation, negotiation, communication, and consensus building to meet management objectives (required) Experience with basic computer software like MS Office (required) Interest in alternative energy and/or renewable fuels (required) What We Offer Compensation package commensurate with experience including significant productivity pay and equity. Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Paid time off and paid company holidays Opportunity to build upon your career in a company on the cutting‑edge of the RNG industry. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Project Management Industries Environmental Services, Services for Renewable Energy, and Oil and Gas Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Amp Americas by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid maternity leave Paid paternity leave Disability insurance Get notified about new Project Manager jobs in Chicago, IL. #J-18808-Ljbffr