Commercial Engine Project Manager

Empire Southwest•Phoenix, AZ

11d•$70,379 - $95,117•Onsite

About The Position

Manage Power Systems projects from the close of sale through final completion. The role oversees procurement and execution through communication, scheduling, and instructions, with the goals of preventing cost overruns and maintaining projected project profitability. It coordinates Power Systems departments and vendors involved in procurement, handling, assembly, fabrication, testing, delivery, invoicing, installation, and start-up. The position also ensures the accuracy of design-engineering specifications for allied equipment, allied-product procurement, drawings, and assembly instructions. This is an on-site, first/day-shift position. The work schedule will be provided by the leader. The listed annual salary range is $70,379.00–$95,117.00.

Requirements

Proof of a high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
A bachelor's degree in engineering (industrial, electrical, or mechanical), business administration (supply chain or operations management), or a similar field, and/or equivalent experience; a minimum of five years of related experience may substitute for a college degree.
At least one year of experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously.
Current valid CDL if required by the position.
Ability to speak, read, comprehend, and write in English.
Knowledge of power-generation equipment and applications, including commercial, industrial, and marine engines and gensets.
Ability and willingness to take initiative and protect the interests of the company and its customers.
Ability and willingness to continually learn new products, features, maintenance, and equipment installation.
Willingness and ability to travel throughout Empire territory and stay overnight when required.
Ability to read and understand electrical, mechanical, and architectural engineering drawings.
Strong time-management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities and projects at once.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with customers and vendors and influencing others.
Technical competency in electrical and mechanical applications and ability to understand electrical and mechanical concepts.
Ability to maintain consistent attendance.

Responsibilities

Review customer specifications, proposals, and Bills of Materials to understand project details, confirm required information is present, and recommend changes that meet customer requirements while maximizing profitability.
Create, maintain, and complete electronic project records in internal project-management software, capturing important project documentation and conversations.
Prepare Caterpillar engine orders or identify inventory engines that meet project requirements, and communicate with the Sales Coordinator about order acceptance, problems, RTS, and scheduled arrival.
Prepare Bills of Materials, purchase specifications, requests for quote, and purchase orders for allied equipment.
Prepare project timelines for material ordering and receiving, assembly, testing, and delivery.
Ensure the Commercial Engineer prepares required equipment submittals for customer or engineer approval; assist with drawings and wiring diagrams and obtain vendor cut sheets, drawings, and diagrams as needed.
Prepare and issue Service Instructions for the Service and Parts Departments, including application and configuration information, assembly instructions, and supporting documentation.
Manage internal costs and review internal work orders for compliance with agreed costs.
Liaise with the Engine Inventory Administrator on inventory and customer invoices; prepare invoicing cost estimates at delivery and communicate them to support accurate project gross profit at invoicing.
Negotiate additions for equipment or installation services not included in the original specification or bid quotation.
Ensure required as-built project drawings are completed by the Commercial Engineer and provided to the customer.
Identify, communicate, and ensure credit for applicable CAT or Empire engine discount programs.
Promote ownership and personal accountability, work safely, and comply with company policies, procedures, standards, and values.
Assist the Construction Project Manager with onsite work and coordination of service and contractor personnel.
Maintain organization of paperwork, information, and products; attend sales and project meetings as scheduled.
Review Account Managers' quotes and Bills of Materials for compliance with specifications and requirements.
Assist the Commercial Engineer with required submittals and Operations & Maintenance documents.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Commercial Engine Operations Manager.