Project Manager

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Reviews and comprehends the requirements of a project per the Contract Specifications, Contract Drawings, Contract Addenda, Sales Scope Letter, BOM, and other supporting documents.
• Evaluates all project budgetary categories and proposes a plan to come under or meet these limits.
• Develops project schedules in conjunction with the Contractor/Owner's schedule and revises schedules as required.
• Meets with the Regional and Applications Managers to select a project team.
• Coordinates and directs Engineering resources on the development of panels, instrumentation, and submittals.
• Coordinates and directs Production resources on the manufacturing, testing, and shipping of project control panels.
• Meets regularly with the project team to coordinate and direct the HMI application software, graphic displays, PLC application software requirements, development, schedules, and implementation.
• Executes projects according to MR Systems' Best Practices and Project Methodology.
• Meets regularly with Regional and Project Managers to establish project schedules and ensure efficient utilization of labor resources.
• Coordinates all project startup activities with the Contractor and project team, including scheduling, troubleshooting, and meeting commitments.
• Evaluates project issues and finds solutions acceptable to all parties that also serve the best interests of MR Systems.
• Establishes the Customer billing schedule, executes the billing process monthly, and verifies timely payment.
• Completes all required regular project reporting including updates to Regional Managers, Work-in-Progress, cash flow, and resource labor forecasting.
• Verifies all project completion requirements, including testing, demonstration, punch lists, billing, and documentation, are completed according to the contract and MR Systems' Best Practices.
• Mentors junior Project Managers and Project Engineers in project execution utilizing MR Systems' Best Practices and Project Methodology.
• Supports all Customers throughout the warranty period.
• Systematically contacts all Customers regularly to offer ongoing support and discuss current or upcoming opportunities.

Requirements

• A college degree is required with a major in engineering or computer science.
• Previous Project Management experience is essential.
• Good engineering, communication with technical personnel, and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Leadership skills are essential.
• Familiarity with project management, spreadsheet, and word processing applications is required.
• Must be able to understand and utilize engineering drawings.
• Ability to utilize financial reports and legal documents to conduct business.
• Ability to communicate orally with management and co-workers.
• Regular use of telephone and e-mail for communication.
• Hearing and vision within normal ranges.
• Good manual dexterity for job site startup activities and use of office equipment.
• Ability to perform work both indoors and outdoors in various settings, including project sites and offices.
• Travel to job sites and offices as part of project management.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with engineering drawings.
• Experience with financial reports and legal documents.

Qualifications

• College degree in engineering or computer science.