The Project Manager plans, directs, and coordinates activities of designated projects to ensure that the goals and objectives of the project are accomplished within the prescribed time frame and funding parameters.

　　Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

　　Act as technical support to the sales staff during the quoting process

　　Interpret customer requests, specifications and drawings as they apply to switchgear equipment and related products

　　Supports sales with technical expertise to identify opportunities and develop proposals

　　Review project proposals and specifications to construct project procedures and critical paths for accomplishing the project in regards to internal resource availability and material deliveries

　　Upon receipt of customer orders, become the central point of communications between the customer and Trachte. Collect all information required from the customer in a timely manner that will allow the project schedule to be maintained. Transmit all required information to and from internal & external customers

　　Work with large or repeat customers, internal personnel and vendors to constantly improve the product from a quality, satisfaction, schedule, pricing and profitability standpoint

　　Direct and coordinate activities of engineering team personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget

　　Review status reports and modify schedules or plans as required and communicate changes to customer when necessary

　　Confer with project personnel to provide technical advice and to resolve problems

　　Coordinate project activities with activities of government regulatory or other governmental agencies

　　Requirements

　　Bachelor's degree in Business Management or related field. Combination of education and experience will be considered

　　Electrical experience/background required or Project Managment experience on Manufacturing/ Commercial/ Industrial electrical projects

　　Knowledge of electrical wiring, components and schematics

　　Knowledge of National Electric Code (NEC)

　　Experience with electrical distribution & controls or automation

　　Switchgear application experience with low and medium voltage

　　Familiarity with SolidWorks preferred

　　Proficient in Microsoft Office products

　　Previous manufacturing experience in the transmission & distribution, oil & gas, or sheet metal design industries is preferred

　　Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to interface and influence at all levels

　　Strong leadership and project management skills

　　Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment

　　Benefits

　　Competitive starting wage

　　Excellent benefit package including traditional medical, dental and vision insurance.

　　Company paid life insurance.

　　Paid vacation

　　Paid holidays

　　Retirement plan with company match

　　Tuition reimbursement

　　Potential for annual bonus