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.