Project Manager Assistant - Plant Commissioning

About the role

IKO Industries Ltd., a manufacturer of roofing products with plants worldwide, is looking for a Project Manager Assistant to support the Project Manager at its Bismarck, Missouri plant. The plant makes granules from raw material for its shingle manufacturing line. This is a temporary role supporting the commissioning and startup of the granule plant, expected to last 9 to 12 months.

Key responsibilities

• Help plan, coordinate and run construction and commissioning activities, ensuring a safe and successful handover of plant systems.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, consultants, vendors and project stakeholders.
• Track schedules, RFIs, submittals, change orders and project documentation, and monitor progress, quality, costs, deficiencies, corrective actions and contract compliance.
• Attend project meetings, document issues and help resolve them.
• Support procurement, forecasting, reporting and close-out, and prepare meeting minutes, reports, turnover packages and testing records.
• Support pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup and performance testing, including commissioning schedules and milestone tracking.
• Coordinate commissioning among vendors, contractors, operations, maintenance and consultants, and manage inspections, functional testing, troubleshooting and punch lists.
• Coordinate operational readiness and training, and promote a safe, organized site.

Required profile

• Associate or Bachelor degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Industrial Technology, Project Management or a related field preferred.
• 2-5 years of project coordination, commissioning, manufacturing, construction or industrial experience preferred.
• Preferred: experience with granulation systems, conveyors, dryers, screens, dust collection and material handling; knowledge of industrial safety standards, LOTO and commissioning procedures; CAPM, PMP or commissioning certification.

Required skills

• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Knowledge of MS Project or Primavera is a plus.
• Excellent communication, organization and problem-solving skills.

The role reports to the Project Manager and works with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, EHS and Contractor teams. IKO offers competitive compensation, health care and a progressive workplace.