Project Manager [HOU]
Hanwha Ocean Energy Plant Unit Houston, Texas, United States
Oil and Gas · 1,001-5,000 employees
About the role
The Project Manager is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of complex industrial projects, ensuring alignment with contractual, financial, and quality objectives. They lead cross-functional teams across engineering, procurement, and construction while serving as the primary interface for clients and stakeholders.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Project Management and 10-15 years of experience in EPC, Oil & Gas, or large-scale industrial environments. Proven expertise in managing complex projects, contract administration, and leading multicultural teams is required.
Full description
At Hanwha Ocean EPU, we empower our people to engineer the future of sustainable energy through meaningful work on cutting-edge offshore, onshore, and global infrastructure projects that create lasting impact for industries and communities worldwide.
As we evolve into a comprehensive EPCI(O) solutions provider, our expanding portfolio now spans FPSO, FLNG, floating production units, renewables, onshore power generation, and future centric infrastructure projects. Our globally connected teams collaborate across regions and disciplines to solve complex engineering challenges and deliver world-class end-to-end solutions.
Explore opportunities to be part of our dynamic team at the Energy Plant Unit and contribute to groundbreaking projects that redefine the onshore and offshore industry. #OneEPU
“Build, what matters. Grow, without limits. Power, the future with Hanwha Ocean EPU.”
Position Overview
The Project Manager is accountable for the end-to-end delivery of projects, ensuring alignment with contractual requirements, company standards, and business objectives.
The role leads and integrates all project functions including engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning to achieve successful execution and delivery outcomes.
Operating as the primary interface with clients and stakeholders, the position drives project performance, commercial outcomes, and execution strategy within a complex, matrix organization.
Key Responsibility
Project Delivery and Execution Leadership
- Lead and manage the full project lifecycle from initiation to close-out, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to required quality standards.
- Define and execute project strategy, execution plans, and delivery frameworks aligned with business objectives.
- Ensure overall project performance across scope, schedule, cost, and quality.
Commercial and Contract Management
- Manage project financial performance including cost control, cash flow, and revenue optimization.
- Ensure compliance with contract requirements and proactively manage deviations, claims, and changes.
- Support commercial decision-making and optimize project outcomes.
Planning, Risk, and Performance Control
- Establish project plans, schedules, and control mechanisms to ensure disciplined execution.
- Identify and manage risks, issues, and uncertainties impacting delivery.
- Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions as required.
Stakeholder and Client Management
- Act as the primary interface with clients, ensuring effective communication, reporting, and relationship management.
- Manage stakeholder expectations across internal teams, partners, and external parties.
- Lead engagement with key stakeholders to support project delivery and alignment.
Cross-functional Integration
- Drive alignment across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams.
- Ensure integration of project activities to support efficient and coordinated execution.
- Maintain visibility and coordination across all project functions.
HSSE, Quality, and Compliance
- Ensure adherence to HSSE and quality standards across all project activities.
- Promote a safe and compliant working environment.
- Ensure all operations meet regulatory, contractual, and company requirements.
Team Leadership and Capability Development
- Build and lead high-performing project teams with appropriate skills and resources.
- Provide leadership, coaching, and development to team members.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and delivery excellence.
Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred
- Minimum 10~15 years of experience in EPC / Oil & Gas / Offshore or large-scale industrial project environments
- Proven experience in leading large, complex projects across multiple disciplines (engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning)
- Strong understanding of contract management, risk management, and project commercial management
- Demonstrated experience interfacing with clients and managing external stakeholders in international project environments
- Experience in engineering, manufacturing, offshore, shipbuilding, energy or related industries is a strong advantage
- Strong leadership capability with experience managing cross-functional and multicultural teams
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
- Experience working in a matrix organization and project-based business environment
- Fluent English communication required
Hanwha believes that diversity and inclusion are vital to our success. We believe that by embracing different ideas and approaches, we enhance our ability to deliver the best results for our employees, our environment, and ultimately our business partners and customers. We foster a culture where all colleagues are able to share their passions and ideas in order that we may collectively embrace and overcome the challenges in our industry, and work toward a brighter future.
Hanwha is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.
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