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Electrical & Instrumentation Project Manager

Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Baton Rouge by Baton Rouge Business Report, J H Operating Company, LLC is an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management firm supporting the upstream and midstream oil and gas industry. We are seeking an experienced, motivated ELECTRICAL & INSTRUMENTATION PROJECT MANAGER to oversee and execute capital projects for industrial infrastructure, including multi-well production facilities, central gathering stations, oil terminals, and saltwater disposals.

The E&I Project Manager will be responsible for managing the full project lifecycle, ensuring successful execution from concept to commissioning. This role requires hands-on leadership in electrical and instrumentation design, procurement, field execution, and client coordination. This position reports to Karla Orth, Vice President of Engineering.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Execution

• Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of electrical and instrumentation projects.
• Develop project scope, budgets, schedules, and execution plans.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Engage with clients to define project requirements and ensure timely, high-quality deliverables.
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify risks, delays, and cost overruns.

Technical Oversight & Field Support

• Provide leadership in electrical and instrumentation system design, including equipment selection, control systems, and power distribution.
• Review and approve key project deliverables, such as single-line diagrams, instrument datasheets, wiring schematics, and PLC drawings.
• Support commissioning and start-up activities, including Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR).
• Conduct field visits for troubleshooting, vendor inspections, and project execution oversight (approximately 15% travel required).

Client & Team Coordination

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Foster collaboration between engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure project success.
• Maintain clear and professional communication with all stakeholders.
• Uphold J Hs values in client interactions, promoting our culture of respect, teamwork, and confidentiality.

Qualifications

Required:

• Master Electrician license (Louisiana or ability to obtain reciprocity).
• 10+ years of experience in electrical & instrumentation project management in the oil & gas or industrial construction sectors.
• Strong background in electrical, instrumentation, and control systems within oilfield infrastructure projects.
• Experience leading multi-discipline teams and managing subcontractors.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70 (NEC), API, ISA, and OSHA standards.
• Familiarity with industrial automation, SCADA systems, and PLC programming.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Must be legally allowed to operate a motor vehicle and able to pass an in-depth drug screening.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to citizenship, marital status, or veteran status.