Senior Project Manager

Want to disrupt one of the largest industries in the world? Fortera is a Materials Technology Company headquartered in Silicon Valley focused on paving the way to zero CO2 cement. The technology is inspired by nature and directly converts CO₂ into a replacement for ordinary cement, turning a problem into a product. With over 100,000 hours of R&D, 10+ years of real-world product demonstration, and Fortera’s first small commercial plant operational, Fortera is growing the team to commercialize globally. Be on the ground floor of a carbon-to-value movement that will impact millions for generations to come. We are looking for passionate thinkers, doers, and problem-solvers who share our vision that big challenges are big opportunities for change. Visit www.forteraglobal.com for more information.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager with proven expertise in developing and executing logic-sequenced engineering plans that integrate deliverables, procurement readiness, and cost-time-resource (CTR) control into a cohesive project execution framework. This role will play a central part in shaping and implementing project execution plans for key functions, actively identifying and resolving potential execution obstacles to ensure reliable project delivery.

The ideal candidate will bring broad experience managing industrial projects through key lifecycle phases from early concept and engineering through procurement, construction, and commissioning with a proven ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, vendors, and contractors to achieve safe, efficient, and cost-effective delivery.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Delivery Leadership

• Provide leadership across multiple phases of capital project delivery from early concept and engineering through procurement, construction, and startup including projects exceeding $100MM.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of project governance plans, including charters, scopes, and integrated KPIs to measure and drive performance.
• Support the achievement of safety, cost, schedule, and performance targets by coordinating with internal teams, contractors, and external stakeholders to maintain alignment and resolve issues.

Engineering Planning & Deliverable Coordination

• Develop logic-sequenced engineering execution plans/workflows that clearly define interdependencies, deliverable milestones, and critical paths for all disciplines.
• Coordinate engineering deliverables to enable timely procurement, ensuring alignment between design maturity, procurement lead times, and construction readiness.
• Create and manage Cost-Time-Resource (CTR) packages tied directly to the logic-sequenced execution plan for accurate forecasting, tracking, and performance monitoring.
• Facilitate cross-discipline reviews to resolve design, schedule, and procurement conflicts before they impact critical paths.

Procurement Management

• Prepare technical input for procurement packages that are complete, accurate, and aligned with project specifications and schedules.
• Support the development of procurement plans that ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment to meet construction start dates and sequence requirements.
• Establish the framework to facilitate the management of contractual obligations under awarded contracts, ensuring vendors meet scope, schedule, quality, and commercial commitments.
• Establish the framework to coordinate with engineering and construction teams to resolve procurement-related issues that could impact project delivery.

Project Execution Framework Development

• Lead the preparation of function-specific Project Execution Plans for key project areas (e.g., engineering, procurement, construction, completions, commissioning).
• Integrate execution plans into the overall Project Delivery Framework, ensuring alignment with governance processes, risk management, and change control systems.
• Identify and remove execution bottlenecks, escalating and resolving issues through proactive engagement with internal and external stakeholders.

Stakeholder & Risk Management

• Coordinate closely with multi-disciplinary engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning teams, joint venture (JV) partners, and governance groups to maintain schedule integrity and delivery certainty.
• Facilitate alignment between JV stakeholders and internal project teams, ensuring decision-making processes, approvals, and reporting requirements are met in accordance with governance frameworks.
• Drive early identification of execution risks and develop actionable mitigation strategies, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, cost, and schedule objectives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering (P.E. preferred), business, or other applicable areas.
• PMP certification required.
• 10+ years of experience in capital project execution for industrial facilities, with direct responsibility for engineering planning, procurement coordination, and multi-disciplinary project delivery.
• Proven success delivering multi-disciplinary projects exceeding $100MM in value.
• Strong working knowledge of Pre-FEED, FEED, Detail Design, EPC, and commissioning processes for large-scale industrial plants.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated success in resolving execution obstacles through proactive stakeholder engagement.
• Learn and adapt quickly and thrive in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Ability to work in both office settings and construction environments.
• Travel as needed for project success

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience with first-of-a-kind technology deployment.
• Cement, power, LNG, chemical, or low-carbon fuels facility projects.
• Vendor document management, procurement strategy alignment, and advanced project controls.
• Implementation of digital solutions for engineering and completions tracking.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Strategic Engineering Execution Planning
• Procurement Readiness Integration
• Multi-Discipline Coordination & Leadership
• Risk Identification & Mitigation
• Cross-functional stakeholder communication.

COMPENSATION:

The compensation package for this role includes a compensation package commensurate with experience of $150,000 - $170,000, an annual bonus, and pre-IPO incentive stock options.  

PERKS AND BENEFITS:

We know that happy employees are productive employees, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 100% company-funded Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability coverages for employees
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• Tax deferred & Roth 401k
• Paid vacation days (increased with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and unlimited PTO for exempt employees.

Fortera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.