Project Manager

About the Role

Industrial Power Solutions, a Sundt Company, is a leading electrical manufacturing and automation contractor specializing in custom UL 508A control panels, power distribution equipment, and engineered electrical systems for industrial facilities. We deliver high-quality electrical solutions from concept and design through manufacturing, testing, startup, and commissioning. This position oversees custom electrical manufacturing projects from initial customer engagement through final delivery, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage manufacturing projects from project kickoff through final delivery and customer acceptance.
• Review project drawings, specifications, and contracts to establish project scope, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Develop and maintain project schedules to ensure production milestones and customer deadlines are achieved.
• Coordinate engineering, purchasing, manufacturing, quality, and customer activities throughout project execution.
• Manage project financial performance, including forecasting, purchasing, cost tracking, change orders, and budget management.
• Negotiate and administer purchase orders, vendor agreements, and subcontractor services as required.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation including submittals, RFIs, schedules, progress reports, and closeout documentation.
• Monitor manufacturing progress, identify project risks, and implement corrective actions to maintain schedule and budget performance.
• Work closely with manufacturing supervisors and engineering teams to support production activities and resolve technical issues.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers while identifying opportunities for future business.

Requirements

• Minimum 6 years of experience in construction, manufacturing, engineering, or project management.
• Minimum 2 years of experience managing projects.
• Strong understanding of project planning, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and contract administration.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Planner.
• Experience with Bluebeam or similar document management software.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Physical Requirements

• Work in both office and electrical manufacturing environments.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout manufacturing facilities as needed.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Occasional travel to customer facilities, vendors, or project sites may be required.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment when working in manufacturing or production environments.

This is a safety-sensitive role, including tasks that could affect the safety and health of the employee or others, such as supporting manufacturing operations, working around energized electrical equipment, or operating machinery.

About Us

As a 100% employee-owned contractor, Industrial Power Solutions, a Sundt Company, fosters a culture where every employee is an owner. Our team is deeply invested in the quality of our work and the success of our customers. We are committed to developing our people and promoting long-term career growth. We focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities, and employee-owners, offering competitive pay, industry-leading benefits, and training that supports both personal and professional development.

Benefits

• Market competitive salary (paid weekly)
• Bonus eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) & 401(k)
• Industry-leading health coverage starting your first day
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Medical, health savings, and wellness credits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Workplace wellness programs
• Mental health program
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee-owner perks
• Educational assistance
• Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owners program
• Paid holidays and birthday PTO