Position Overview

Join our Varec Biogas team at Ovivo and contribute to our nearly century of innovation as a world leader in biogas safety, cleaning and flaring technology.

We are seeking a talented Project Manager to oversee wastewater treatment projects for our VAREC-Biogas division, from order acceptance to installation and equipment startup. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining profitability, managing delivery schedules, evaluating risks and contracts, interfacing with customers, and coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of projects in the municipal and industrial wastewater markets. We are looking for a future leader who exemplifies the Ovivo Values of Teamwork, Integrity, Expertise, Innovation, and above all, Ownership.

This role requires a highly motivated individual who possesses a keen eye for detail, outstanding computer and writing skills, and the ability to comprehend engineering and construction drawings, as well as essential engineering terminologies. As a member of Ovivo, you will join a team dedicated to fostering a cleaner and safer environment for future generations. This position is based onsite in Huntington Beach, CA.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain detailed project schedules for purchasing, fabrication, construction, inspection, and start-up to ensure timely and cost-effective project completion
• Focus on the customer experience throughout the lifecycle of the project to ensure a favorable experience for our end clients.
• Review all applicable job data, including POs, project plans, specs, and provide comments when applicable.
• Coordinate with other departments and Project Managers to meet scheduled task deadlines.
• Communicate promptly with customer on project schedule and any issues.
• Schedule and conduct project review meetings, focusing on scope of supply, cost, construction, and project scheduling.
• Advise Project Management and Project Engineers of project status while adhering to all appropriate policies and established safety procedures.
• Other duties may be assigned as required.

Position Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in civil, chemical, mechanical, electrical or environmental engineering, construction management, or a related field; Strong work experience will also be considered in lieu of education

Required Experience

• 1-3 years of experience (including internships or co-ops) in project management or engineering design

Soft Skills and Competencies

• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to build rapport and work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to structure work effectively, manage resources, and maintain detailed records.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities from either work or school related projects (ASCE, ASME, etc)
• Must be able to communicate on a technical level, verbally and in writing
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and results driven.

Technical Skills

• Excellent knowledge of common software tools (MS Office, especially Excel, Google Workspace, etc)
• Knowledge of principles of Project Management
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret industry related technical documents
• Design experience is a plus

Work Environment and Travel

• In-person at Huntington Beach office. This role involves periodic travel for factory training, collaboration with the Stafford, Tx factory team, client meetings, site visits based on project requirements, and company-sponsored events at corporate offices.

Don't meet every single requirement? If you carry a strong sense of ownership and teamwork in everything you do, we'd like to hear from you any way.

Why work at Ovivo?

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• 401k Match
• Company paid life insurance along with company paid short and long-term disability
• 11 paid holidays
• Parental leave
• Educational reimbursement
• Three weeks of PTO to start (pro-rated PTO hours for the first year)
• Roll over of 64 PTO hours to the following year
• Sixteen personal hours (pro-rated personal hours for the first year)
• Days off between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day - paid by the company with no impact to PTO balance.
• Profit sharing.

At Ovivo we are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect.

Dive in - Apply Today! Let's change the future of water together.

About Ovivo

Ovivo is a global provider of equipment, technology, and systems producing among the purest water and treating some of the most challenging wastewater in the industry. Ovivo is a powerful global brand with renowned trademarks, possessing more than 150 years of expertise and references in water treatment, supported by its proprietary products, advanced technologies, and extensive system integration knowhow. Ovivo delivers conventional to highly technological water treatment solutions for the industrial and municipal markets and leverages its large installed base of equipment around the world to offer parts and services to its customers. Ovivo is dedicated to innovation in an industry that is in constant evolution and offers water treatment solutions that are cost-effective, energy-efficient, and environmentally sustainable.

Visit our website to learn more about Ovivo : https://www.ovivowater.com/en/

And about Varec Biogas www.varec-biogas.com