Project Manager - Kokomo, IN
About the role
At Kirby Risk, Project Managers play a critical role in supporting contractor customers throughout the construction project lifecycle. They serve as a trusted resource for customers, vendors, and internal teams by coordinating material procurement, tracking project requirements, and ensuring projects are completed accurately and efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Manage quotes and order workflows within Solar Eclipse to support customer project needs
- Support the execution of large conduit and wire projects by collaborating closely with Account Managers on quoting and project management activities
- Negotiate pricing, quality, production schedules, and delivery timelines with vendor partners to support project success and profitability
- Maintain project activity, open orders, and customer requirements to ensure projects stay on track and deadlines are met
- Provide customers with submittals, manufacturer information, shipping requirements, and project updates throughout the project lifecycle
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and internal teams to drive successful project outcomes
- Leverage product knowledge and market expertise to recommend value-added solutions and support customer objectives
- Represent Kirby Risk with professionalism in every customer and vendor interaction
Requirements
- College level coursework and/or equivalent 4+ years relevant work experience
- 3+ years of electrical products sales experience; thorough knowledge of electrical products and their applications
- Knowledge of construction basics; accurately read product catalogs, price sheets, blueprints and specifications
- Strong written & verbal communication, interpersonal and customer contact skills
- Computer aptitude; Microsoft Office preferred
- Strong telephone etiquette, attention to detail, organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks/priorities
- Effectively set priorities and meet deadlines
- Continuous learner
- Credible, responsive team-player
Qualifications
- Ability to lift, push, pull, carry up to 50 lbs.
- Primarily indoors, controlled temperature environment
- Occasional travel
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8am-5pm
Benefits
- Medical, RX, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Life insurance & Employee Assistance Programs
- Tuition reimbursement & on-the-job training
- 401(k) with company match & Profit Sharing
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
Pay
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Monday–Friday, 8am-5pm
Why Kirby Risk?
Founded in 1926, Kirby Risk is a trusted leader in electrical supply, manufacturing, and mechanical solutions. Our culture is built on hard-working, engaged people who treat each other—and our customers—with respect and urgency. When you join Kirby Risk, you’re not just taking a job, you’re joining a company where you can build a career.
Apply
To be considered for this position, please apply online: https://www.kirbyrisk.com/careers. Email questions to careers@kirbyrisk.com.