Project Manager 3

About the role

Peterson Power Systems is seeking a Project Manager 3 who will work remotely in any of the listed states. This role is responsible for maximizing customer satisfaction and project profitability by ensuring the quality, on-time, within-budget delivery of large, complex, and long-duration projects. These projects often involve a high degree of "design/build" engineering, on-site customer interaction, and extended periods of travel. Typical projects include large data centers, engineering and construction firms, or marine shipbuilding and repower where significant on-site time is required.

Responsibilities

• Represent Peterson on-site at customer locations during the delivery, installation, and commissioning of equipment sold.
• Schedule and direct regular meetings with subcontractors and customers/owners to track project progress and task items.
• Manage project documents including permits/approvals, certified payroll, project schedules, site safety guidelines per Peterson and customer requirements, and site access.
• Partner with customers, embrace customer goals, and engage with key stakeholders and suppliers to meet the customer’s objectives.
• Work with the Sales team and customers to fully understand the scope of supply and expectations.
• Provide technical support and work/cost estimates to the Sales team as required.
• Coordinate all project logistics including equipment orders, custom packaging, shipping, and site services.
• Review contract documents thoroughly to ensure compliance with specifications and appropriateness of commercial terms.
• Utilize project management software to establish budgets, issue purchase orders, and monitor project financial status as costs accrue.
• Select vendors and issue purchase orders based on quality, compliance with customer’s specifications, pricing, and availability.
• Coordinate material deliveries and production scheduling, and expedite shipping as appropriate to meet schedule demands.
• Act as the primary liaison between Peterson and the customer for the duration of a project.
• Prepare for and attend project meetings at customer locations, job sites, and Peterson offices.
• Ensure project quality control; coordinate all on-site activities including labor, subcontractors, testing, and inspections; arrange for shop tests, site tests, and training as needed.
• Maintain oversight control of assigned projects within the department. Assist and guide field crew(s) as appropriate to ensure compliance with final acceptance requirements and successful turnover to the customer.
• Maintain and provide documentation to the customer as applicable to work scope and contract requirements.
• Provide backup and serve as a resource to team members in areas of experience and expertise.
• Assist the sales team in pre-sale meetings and project development.
• Provide guidance to service personnel during start-up and commissioning exercises.
• Continue education and training as a self-directed learner to keep pace with current technology impacting the business.
• Continuously monitor vendor performance and review with co-workers.
• Perform project invoicing, progress billing, and cost and profit projection per billing schedule. Ensure the profitable delivery of projects as estimated, improving processes and gross profit with every opportunity.
• Travel away from base location up to 50% of the time to visit job sites, attend customer and vendor meetings, and attend meetings at Peterson locations.
• Operate company or personal vehicle as needed.
• Maintain regular, punctual, and predictable attendance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from a fully accredited college in Business or other closely related field; and a minimum of five (5) years of directly related experience in project management in the construction industry; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license and a satisfactory driving record.

Benefits

Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities at a family-owned and operated business.