Senior Portfolio Manager - Chemical

Middough - Downers Grove, IL

Full-time - Senior

Hybrid - Downers Grove, IL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As a Senior Portfolio Manager (SPM) at Middough, you will act as the primary client account manager, overseeing the development and execution of a portfolio of projects typically exceeding $1 million in fees. This role involves ensuring project profitability, quality, safety, and client satisfaction while managing resources, scope, schedule, budget, and contractual obligations. The SPM will provide leadership to instill confidence in clients regarding the project team's capabilities and will be responsible for project planning, scheduling, and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Develop client proposals, project specifications/scopes, and negotiate final contracts with clients.
• Support and drive business development activities and establish ongoing client relationships to enhance Middough's client portfolio.
• Lead and organize projects to instill client confidence in the project team's abilities.
• Manage client project financials, pricing, and cash flow.
• Monitor project costs and quality to ensure profitability and technical performance, developing innovative actions to correct variances to scope, budget, and/or schedule.
• Anticipate, recognize, and identify key project challenges, establishing objectives and priorities for resolution; determine solutions and direct their implementation.
• Coordinate completion of defined work scope for a project between disciplines/departments and locations involved.
• Assist in preparation of project execution strategy and review progress as drawings and specifications are developed and prior to issue for permit and construction.
• Monitor changes in scope and schedule and secure change authorizations as required.
• Develop, review, and approve all project management documents including scope development, project costs and schedules, and internal/external communications.
• Exercise cost-efficient and innovative approaches in design to save construction costs and improve productivity.
• Collaborate with internal groups on safety and contract/liability topics.
• Prepare periodic reports for the client to track cost, schedule, and quality performance.
• Issue regular invoices for contracted work and services payment and follow up on past due invoices.

Requirements

• Accredited Bachelor of Science degree in an Engineering discipline required.
• 15+ years of client portfolio management experience within professional services/consulting and the chemical industry.
• 5+ years of successful business development experience.
• Strong ability to establish, build, and maintain relationships with clients and all internal levels around professionalism, trust, integrity, and collaboration.
• Knowledge and experience in project planning and scheduling functions; a thorough understanding of contract administration, liability, and safety requirements.
• Experience with and general knowledge of safety and contract/liability situations.
• Broad knowledge, understanding, and experience with basic engineering and construction models including A/E, EPCM, Design Build, and/or CM.
• Ability to multi-task and be highly organized for effective project planning and completion.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Excellent attention to detail; strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Benefits

• A hybrid work model for work-life flexibility (based on business and client needs)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Company paid Short/Long Term Disability, Life, AD&D, and Travel Insurance
• Health Saving and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Certifications and Registrations (as applicable)
• Employee Assistance Program