Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager
Reports To: Director of Operations
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Project Management
Division: Operations
Location: Cedar Park, TX

COMPANY:

TDK RF Solutions is a world leader in design, development, and manufacture of technical solutions for the electromagnetic compatibility testing and antenna industries. We offer a complete range of solutions including test systems, TDK anechoic chambers, RF absorbers, antennas, software, and a wide range of test products. Our mission is to utilize TDK’s global technical expertise and resources to become the preferred provider of EMC solutions, research & development, product design, and test products for the worldwide RF community. We call it Total RF Expertise (TM) and it means TDK RF Solutions is the trusted single partner for RF consultation, design, test products and services.

TDK RF Solutions is headquartered in Cedar Park, Texas with affiliate offices in Asia, Europe, and the Americas.

Summary: Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of Anechoic Chamber construction and installation projects to ensure that goals or objectives of project are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

1. Plans and coordinates the design, fabrication, shipment and receipt, and installation of a variety of RF shielding/chamber/RF absorber projects.

2. Oversees employees and/or subcontractors for completion of contracted scope of work.

3. Coordinates design requirements and shipments with TDK personnel.

4. Reviews project drawings for accuracy, manufacturability, and to ensure specifications are followed/met.

5. Monitors and manages costs to ensure profitability.

6. Manages, controls, maintains, and updates project budgets in MS Excel.

7. Creates/maintains and updates project schedules in MS Project.

8. Interfaces with the customer from the proposal/bidding phase to final completion/acceptance.

9. Regularly communicates with the customer, engineers, vendors, subcontractors, etc. as associated with a given project to ensure proper planning & coordination is achieved.

10. Coordinates purchase of all materials and services required to support the project’s scope of work.

11. Works directly with vendors to establish clear scope of work/supply and receive bids/quote.

12. Writes purchase requisitions and secures internal approvals as needed for materials acquisition, services, and sub-contractor purchase orders/contracts.

13. Must provide regular and detailed project status updates to Director of Operations and/or other integral team members.

14. Participate in Team meetings designed to increase communication and keep entire team updated on project activities.

15. Must be able to travel domestically and internationally. Travel may be brief (a few days) or may be extended (several weeks).

16. Must be able to pass background checks as required for some customers with sensitive and/or classified facilities/projects.

17. May be required to physically perform or support the construction/installation work associated with our scope of work/supply.

18. Knowledge of and/or experience with multiple construction trades, such as carpentry, ironworks, electrical, mechanical, finishes, foundation/concrete, heavy equipment, welding, sheetmetal.

19. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:
A minimum of five (5) years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Position requires knowledge of project management, scheduling, construction-related regulations (e.g., electric code, building code, structural design, foundation design, HVAC, fire protection systems, OSHA, etc.), chamber functions, components and underlying technology, design drafting standards, architectural design standards, and regulations related to chamber design (e.g., FCC, EN, CISPR, ISO, ANSI, IEC, VCCI, etc.), contract administration, and import/export issues.

Position requires organizational, communication, and teamwork skills. The incumbent must have high attention to detail and customer focus.

Ability to work effectively with construction trades such as heating/AC, electrical, plumbing, concrete, fire protection/alarm, etc.

Ability to plan ahead to avoid issues, work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and travel up to 50% of the time.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical drawings, documents, and contracts.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and/or concrete variables.

Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have proficient experience and knowledge of MS Word; MS Excel; MS Project, and MS Outlook software. Knowledge and/or experience with AutoCAD, Solidworks, and MS PowerPoint.

Competency:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Dependability - Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
• Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Ethics - Works with integrity and ethically.
• Initiative - Takes independent actions and calculated risks.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks. Maintains clear & organized written documentation for record & reference purposes.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Professionalism - Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information; Confirms verbal communications in writing.

Certificates and Licenses:
PMI Certification is not required but is desired.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities but must oversee the work of employees and/or subcontractors as needed for successful completion of projects.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. When on customer’s site for installation, incumbent must be able to navigate around a construction site safely.

Benefits:

TDK offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, 401(k), pension, life insurance, vacation and 12 paid holidays.

TDK is an Equal Opportunity Employer: EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $1.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Project management: 5 years (Preferred)
• Construction Project Managers: 2 years (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: In person