Project Manager

This position is accountable for Project Management, Customer Service, and Scheduling and project wrap up of all jobs assigned. This position oversees multiple projects. In addition to the responsibilities of a PM, the project manager is responsible for identifying appropriate resources needed and developing the schedule to ensure timely completion of the project.

Duties:

• Manage daily operational and tactical aspects of multiple or large-scale projects from start to close out; conduct post-project ‘lessons learned’ review.

• Mitigate risks and manage scope across multiple projects.

• Ensure project quality, schedule adherence, budget consciousness, and safety.

• Communicate project information effectively to superiors and peers.

• Understand each customer’s organization and objectives; enhance customer satisfaction and strengthen customer relationships.

• Maintain frequent correspondence with internal and external teams; keep accurate project files.

• Oversee project information including shop drawings and submittals.

• Prepare and manage change orders promptly.

• Coordinate job requirements with management and supervision.

• Hold pre-job, post-job, and weekly project coordination meetings; distribute meeting notes.

• Communicate production delays and delivery changes to internal and external customers.

• Assist in preparing and maintaining job schedules.

• Hold planning and review meetings with Department Managers, Estimating, Engineering, etc.

• Submit job reports to Leadership as requested.

• Manage, coach, and lead the Project Coordination team.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to maintain professional demeanor in stressful situations.

• Problem-solving, conflict resolution, and effective decision-making skills under pressure.

• Advanced knowledge of blueprints and geometric tolerancing.

• Advanced skills in contract documentation and administration.

• Accurate minute-taking for formal and informal meetings.

• Ability to hold team members accountable for quality, time, and budget commitments.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Project, PowerPoint, internet technologies, etc.

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business, or Engineering related field; PMP Certification highly beneficial.

• 3 years of hands-on project management experience in process development, execution, and contract administration, including scheduling, budget management, forecasting, and analysis of government and private contracts.

• Equivalent experience in supervising/overseeing fabrication and machining projects and interfacing with customers, suppliers, and team members may substitute for formal qualifications.

• Ability to travel up to 25% as needed for project kick offs, tradeshows, and other customer requirements.