Project Manager III ? Facilities Development (Houston/Tomball)

Overview

On Site
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Full Time

Skills

Minimum Qualifications * Bachelors degree in Engineering. * 7-10 years of progressive Project Management experience
ideally in facilities development
materials management
or industrial operations.

Job Details

Nabors is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in about 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible hydrocarbon production. By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data science and manufacturing, Nabors aims to innovate the future of energy and enable the transition to a lower carbon world.

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We are an innovative startup at the forefront of energy technology, developing cutting-edge battery and hydrogen injection systems leveraging graphene-based advancements. Our mission is to revolutionize energy storage and efficiency with scalable, high-performance solutions.

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the development and operations of our new materials facility. This expert-level role manages multiple build projects, ensures integration across functional teams, and provides overarching oversight. The ideal candidate will excel at guiding technically minded R&D professionals toward practical, market-ready solutions and navigate the dynamics of high-performance, creative teams.


Project Leadership & Oversight

  • Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of assigned build projects within the facility.
  • Define the project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, budgets, and key milestones to align with the organization's strategy.
  • Simultaneously, oversee more than five small projects or two to three large-scale projects.
  • Understand and align with the company?s PMO framework, ensuring completion of all required documentation for stage gate approvals and compliance with standardized project governance.

Stakeholder & Team Management

  • Act as the primary liaison between engineering, R&D, procurement, operations, and leadership teams.
  • Facilitate regular reviews and communication of project status to senior management.
  • Effectively manage relationships with vendors and contractors to align execution with project goals.

Commercialization & R&D Integration

  • Bridge the gap between lab-focused R&D and commercial-scale execution by translating technical concepts into practical, scalable processes.
  • Mediate and align the priorities of technically oriented R&D individuals?often strong in innovation but less focused on commercialization?with operational objectives, timelines, and quality expectations.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally (including marketing, sales, regulatory, and production teams) to guide products from concept to market.

Operational Integration

  • Coordinate with materials management, logistics, and supply chain teams to ensure the facility builds support long-term operational workflows.
  • Oversee the integration of build projects into broader facility operations for seamless functionality.

Risk, Compliance & Quality

  • Identify project risks and implement targeted mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, environmental, regulatory, and quality standards.
  • Maintain high standards of documentation and reporting.

Continuous Improvement

  • Drive continuous improvements in project execution, materials handling processes, and facility development through best practices and process optimization.
  • Monitor industry trends and emerging commercialization strategies to enhance facility operations.

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Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor?s degree in Engineering.
  • 7-10 years of progressive Project Management experience, ideally in facilities development, materials management, or industrial operations.
  • Proven experience overseeing complex, multi-stakeholder projects from initiation through delivery.
  • Strong understanding of construction/build project phases, procurement, and operational integration.
  • Demonstrated capability to manage technically focused teams and support commercialization efforts.
  • Proficiency in project management tools.

Preferred Qualifications

  • PMP or equivalent certification strongly preferred.
  • Master?s degree preferred.

Key Competencies

  • Strategic planning & execution: Effectively translate high-level strategy into actionable project plans.
  • Cross-functional collaboration: Skilled at working across departments to align R&D with manufacturing, marketing, and operations.
  • Budget & schedule management: Skilled at managing project timelines and financials with precision.
  • Risk assessment & mitigation: Proactive in identifying and managing project risks.
  • Leadership & influence: Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire technically oriented teams to meet commercialization goals.
  • Communication: Exceptional at mediating between R&D innovators and commercial stakeholders, ensuring clarity and alignment.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

  • Office environment.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and use hands. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job includes close vision and distance vision.
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