Regional Coatings Manager

About the role

We are searching for the best and brightest candidate with an entrepreneurial spirit to expand our current book of business in the south, as well as manage existing clients. This position may be performed remotely for candidates residing in the Southern U.S., or from our headquarters in Pittsburgh with periodic travel throughout the Southeast.

Responsibilities

• Developing mechanisms to support local delivery of all corporate products and services
• Meting targeted area growth, margin and profitability goals
• Mentoring and developing skills of field inspectors along with developing good working relationships with them and promoting safety
• Verifying all contracted work is initiated and conducted in accordance with KTA's scope of services and corporate QA standards
• Assisting the Coatings Group Manager and Operations Manager in the development of Area and regional business development plans to target identified clients/industries resulting in new sales and services
• Providing direction to regional Project Managers in the development of new clients and maintain and build business relationships with existing clients

Requirements

• A B.S. degree in Engineering or similar discipline and/or 5-10 years coatings or corrosion industry-related project management experience
• AMPP Certified Coatings Inspector (formerly NACE CIP Level 2)
• Professional Engineer (PE) license – desirable
• Knowledge of surface preparation, coating application, and industrial painting operations
• Excellent supervisory, organizational, written and oral communication skills
• Business development and client care skills
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office products
• Physical Requirements: Close, distance, and depth vision and ability to adjust focus; ability to work in confined spaces and walk on uneven terrain, climb ladders and high structures (150 ft. or more), hear, wear a respirator, and safely lift 25 pounds; and willingness to travel (predominantly in the Southeastern US) and work outside (including inclement weather)

Pay

Salary is based on experience and level of education.

Schedule

This position may be performed remotely for candidates residing in the Southern U.S., or from our headquarters in Pittsburgh with periodic travel throughout the Southeast.

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Contact Information

KTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. KTA is a Standing Firm Company.