The Project Manager plans, directs, and coordinates activities of designated projects to ensure that the goals and objectives of the project are accomplished within the prescribed time frame and funding parameters.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Act as technical support to the sales staff during the quoting process

Interpret customer requests, specifications and drawings as they apply to switchgear equipment and related products

Supports sales with technical expertise to identify opportunities and develop proposals

Review project proposals and specifications to construct project procedures and critical paths for accomplishing the project in regards to internal resource availability and material deliveries

Upon receipt of customer orders, become the central point of communications between the customer and Trachte. Collect all information required from the customer in a timely manner that will allow the project schedule to be maintained. Transmit all required information to and from internal & external customers

Work with large or repeat customers, internal personnel and vendors to constantly improve the product from a quality, satisfaction, schedule, pricing and profitability standpoint

Direct and coordinate activities of engineering team personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget

Review status reports and modify schedules or plans as required and communicate changes to customer when necessary

Confer with project personnel to provide technical advice and to resolve problems

Coordinate project activities with activities of government regulatory or other governmental agencies

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Management or related field. Combination of education and experience will be considered

Electrical experience/background required or Project Managment experience on Manufacturing/ Commercial/ Industrial electrical projects

Knowledge of electrical wiring, components and schematics

Knowledge of National Electric Code (NEC)

Experience with electrical distribution & controls or automation

Switchgear application experience with low and medium voltage

Familiarity with SolidWorks preferred

Proficient in Microsoft Office products

Previous manufacturing experience in the transmission & distribution, oil & gas, or sheet metal design industries is preferred

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to interface and influence at all levels

Strong leadership and project management skills

Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment

Benefits

Competitive starting wage

Excellent benefit package including traditional medical, dental and vision insurance.

Company paid life insurance.

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Retirement plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Potential for annual bonus