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Job Title: Project Manager - (Energy / Utilities / Renewables)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Location: Chicago, US (Hybrid)

Company:

EM3 LLC is a Global Innovative Energy Management Solutions company that focuses on the energy performance of industrial manufacturing facilities. EM3 LLC is part of the SHV Energy Group which has 17,000 employees worldwide. In the past 2 years, we have delivered energy management services on large industrial sites in 24 different countries.

The company provides employees with an exciting, challenging and rewarding career in a dynamic and rapidly expanding company that strives to reduce the impact of large industries on the environment and reduce global warming emissions.

Role Overview:

The US Project Manager will serve as the primary point of coordination between EM3's engineering teams, partners and customers within the North America market. This role is responsible for planning, executing, and supervising project activities from inception through completion, ensuring all deliverables are met on time, within scope, and to the highest standard of technical quality. The ideal candidate is a structured, proactive leader with technical appreciation, outstanding client engagement skills, commercially aware with the ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Leadership & Delivery

· Lead the end-to-end management and execution of engineering and energy performance projects across multiple US client sites.

· Develop detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations aligned with EM3 methodologies, ensuring target margins.

· Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineers, analysts, subcontractors and client stakeholders.

· Ensure all project milestones, deliverables, and reporting requirements are met with high accuracy and consistency.

· Oversee procurement, contractor coordination, site readiness, risk management, and quality assurance activities.

· Monitor progress and implement corrective actions to address deviations in timeline, cost or scope.

Client & Stakeholder Management

· Act as the primary client liaison, maintaining strong, trust-based relationships with key stakeholders.

· Facilitate client meetings, workshops, and presentations, ensuring clear communication of technical findings and project updates.

· Proactively identify client needs, challenges, and opportunities for added value.

· Ensure elevated levels of customer satisfaction through professional, responsive, and solution-oriented engagement.

Technical & Operational Support

· Collaborate with EM3 engineering leads to translate technical solutions into executable project plans.

· Support technical reviews to ensure engineering outputs meet project objectives and regulatory standards.

· Track performance data, KPIs, and results to demonstrate impact and guide continuous improvement.

· Contribute to development of best practices, procedures, and project documentation frameworks.

Compliance & Risk Management

· Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements across all project activities.

· Maintain documentation, permitting, and compliance records.

· Identify and mitigate operational risks, ensuring safe and efficient execution of field and site activities.

Qualifications & Experience:

Required

· Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, Energy Systems, or related field.

· 7+ years' experience managing technical, engineering, or industrial projects, preferably within energy, utilities, manufacturing, or heavy industry.

· Proven track record delivering multi-site or multi-phase projects within the US.

· Strong understanding of energy performance, sustainability initiatives, or industrial operations.

· Experience with project management tools (MS Project, Asana, Monday.com, or similar).

· Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.

Preferred

· PMP, PRINCE2, or other project management certification.

· Experience with energy audits, M&V, HVAC, or industrial utilities.

· Familiarity with US regulatory frameworks, safety standards, and permitting.

· Background working with cross-border technical teams.

Core Competencies:

Project Execution Excellence

Ability to translate technical requirements into actionable project plans and deliver them with strong discipline, quality, and consistency.

Stakeholder Collaboration

Builds productive relationships with clients, engineering teams, contractors, and senior leadership; communicates with clarity and credibility.

Commercial Awareness

Deliver assignments on time and to budget. Track and monitor project commercial performance ensuring alignment with KPI's.

Technical Acumen

Understands engineering concepts, energy systems, and industrial processes sufficiently to guide project direction and interpret technical outputs.

Leadership & Ownership

Takes initiative, drives accountability, and demonstrates resilience in managing complexities, competing priorities, and dynamic project environments.

Analytical & Critical Thinking

Capability to analyse data, assess risks, solve problems, and make informed recommendations that support project success.

Adaptability & Agility

Responds effectively to change, navigates uncertainty, and adapts delivery approaches to meet evolving project and client needs.

Customer Focus

Maintains a strong commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes that exceed client expectations and reinforce EM3's reputation.

Why Join EM3

· Opportunity to influence the growth of EM3's expanding US operations.

· Work with a highly skilled international engineering team.

· Competitive compensation with benefits.

· Exposure to cutting-edge energy and engineering technologies.

· Meaningful work supporting sustainability and operational excellence initiatives.

Offer Details:

  • Competitive Salary and Benefits
  • Company Bonus Structure & Sales Bonus Scheme
  • Paid Time Off
  • Healthcare Plan
  • 401K Retirement Plan
  • Flexible work schedule with work-from-home opportunities.
  • A focus on learning and development for all employees.
  • Health & Well-being programs
  • Career Opportunities
  • Opportunities to travel
  • Professional Body Membership
  • Employee Referral Programme
  • Sports and Social events

Join EM3 LLC and be part of our mission to create a sustainable future by reducing the environmental impact of industrial manufacturing facilities. Apply now to embark on an exciting and rewarding career with us.

EM3 LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.