New Equipment Project Manager

About Shermco

Since 1974, Shermco has become North America's largest and fastest growing NETA-accredited electrical testing organization. Our focus is to make sure electrical power systems are functioning properly and safely. Add to that our Professional Engineering Group, Rotating Machinery Division, Renewable Energy Services, and Field Repair and local Repair Service Centers, places Shermco in a position to handle all things electrical. All done with an emphasis on safety and client service. That's why we say... if it's in the electrical power system, Shermco does it.

Backed by Gryphon Investors, a leading private equity firm focused on profitably growing and competitively enhancing middle-market companies in partnership with experienced management, Shermco is poised for the next decade and beyond.

PROJECT MANAGER

Due to continued growth, Shermco Industries is seeking a project professional to work alongside our shop operations team at our Vadnais Heights, MN office.

SUMMARY: The Project Manager provides overall decision making and project management support for organization, management, and customer to ensure job profitability on multiple projects of varying scope and size. Successful candidates must have over five years of experience managing electrical mechanical apparatus projects.

Essential Functions

• Plan, organize, and execute all aspects of the Project / Jobs / Orders.
• Determine and coordinate all necessary project resources.
• Make decisions on project(s).
• Function as the liaison between the field and the client(s) to facilitate effective productions activities.
• Support job / sales order quotes and bid packages.
• Review contracts and equipment specifications.
• Identify, create, and negotiate all change orders in a timely manner.
• Maintain all progress tracking logs and manage releases of equipment.
• Collaborate with organization, suppliers and customer to ensure the project stays on schedule and maximizes profitability.
• Coordinate, attend, and/or lead all project related meetings.
• Prepare for and attend Project Reviews with management.
• Review Job Reports and create monthly cost and billing projections.
• Oversee Billing Processes and actively work to maintain a healthy cash flow position.
• Prepare periodic communications for clients, providing project status updates.
• Monitor and approve all job-related cost expenditures.
• Manage and track subcontractors.
• Maintain an active role in project safety in conjunction with Shermco EHS.
• Complete project closeout process.

Qualifications

• Estimating experience.
• A bachelor's degree in engineering, or business-related field from an accredited college or university preferred. Experience with the right behaviors and attitude will also be strongly considered.
• A minimum of five years in the equipment manufacturing. (motors, generators or similar)

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Microsoft Projects.
• Proactive attitude and initiative.
• Excellent reasoning skills.
• Ability to read and understand Mechanical and Electrical apparatus drawings.
• Ability to take ownership and accountability.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing job requirements.
• Ability to work in a team environment and display leadership skills.
• Positive attitude and customer focus.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be and remain Drug-Free; subject to periodic, unannounced random drug tests.
• Must have and maintain a good criminal background check.
• All offers are conditioned on acceptable results from a background check and drug and alcohol screening.
• Must be willing and able to work regular overtime including nights, weekends, and some holidays.
• Must be able to fluently read, write and speak English.

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER | DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

Shermco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Shermco is a drug-free workplace.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

No Agencies Please. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Shermco from a third party, such as an Agency, including unsolicited resumes sent to Shermco mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Shermco System Integration employees, or to Shermco System Integration resume database will be considered Shermco property. Shermco will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.