Project Manager - Utility

Position Duties/Responsibilities

• Plans, manages, and coordinates all aspects of complex utility solutions within the Power Rent business.
• Manges and monitors the projects time schedule to guarantee the project will be delivered and ready for startup on schedule.
• Acts as the site supervisor and primary interface with utility site leader (customer) and/or other partners engaged in deploying utility support.
• Answers most technical questions and application questions with respect to Caterpillar power systems and other related products for consulting engineers, electrical contractors, salesman, and the service department.
• Assists service staff and technicians with troubleshooting and resolution with product issues.
• Prepares job safety plan and verifies all safety protocols are adhered to.
• Performs customer service duties to establish positive, cooperative working relationships with service technicians, customers, and internal staff.
• Assures working conditions offer the safest practices and cares for the safety of all parties involved in the projects.
• Manages product improvements as they become available.
• Elevates high priority issues and customers to Manager, Technical Services, and Caterpillar Service Reps.
• Acts as the project coordinator for all load in and load out operations.
• Conducts “Pre-Flight” walk throughs.
• Assists management team with utility equipment purchases and lifespan determination.
• Builds and plans training for utility technicians. Provides training to technicians in a growing role.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related technical field (EE) or equivalent years of related experience.
• 5+ years of work-related experience in a technical role requiring deep expertise in system-level design, deployment, operation, and maintenance of generators, switchgear, synchronization controls, and other grid support or micro-grid systems.
• 1-3 years of management or leadership experience.
• 1-3 years of client management and/or vendor relationship management experience.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 70E and related standards for working on or around energized and high voltage electrical systems.
• Ability to take ownership of processes and equipment thru excellent knowledge of the product and the market.
• Ability to work with minimal direction utilizing strong problem-solving skills and project management skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing environments and industry needs to uphold professionalism with both internal and external customers, including personal appearance and friendly, courteous treatment of peers, subordinates, and customers.
• The ability to be certified as a Power Analyst with excellent repair judgment and an excellent knowledge of grid tie technology and systems.
• 5 years or more of management or leadership experience.
• 5 years of client management and/or vendor relationship management experience.
• PMP Certification.
• OSHA 10 or 30HR.