Manager of Project Management

Yancey Bros. Co.•Mableton, GA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager of Project Management leads a team of employees to support the order fulfillment of Yancey Power Solutions products from the time of Purchase Order to Commissioning. The Manager works closely with Sales, Engineering, Vendors and Customers to ensure successful completion of projects on time and on budget.

Requirements

Leadership
Vision
Competitiveness
Drive
Strong accountability and initiative
Ability to read, analyze and communicate information via spreadsheets, email, mechanical / electrical drawings and project specifications.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills: Ability to effectively ask, answer and respond to customer/employee/management questions in a professional and comfortable manner.
Ability to communicate plans, goals and information effectively to the workforce.
Advanced problem solving capabilities and ability to handle pressured situations with professionalism and calm.
Detailed understanding of financial and operational metrics, and the ability to impact them.
PC proficiency: skilled in basic computer applications including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Project.
Employee may be required to submit to customer security requirements including but not limited to additional background checks, drug tests, and provide additional identification.

Nice To Haves

Excellent organizational and time management skills
Proactive in the approach of taking care of issues before they become problems
Lead the team to exceed our customer’s project expectations
Strong sense of urgency and desire to provide superior customer service
Ability to give direction

Responsibilities

Mentoring project managers, nurturing team collaboration, and providing leadership and direction to meet customer expectations
Establishing project management methodologies and standards, and ensuring they are consistently applied
Overseeing resource allocation, budgeting, and personnel assignment
Ensuring smooth communication with internal and external stakeholders to meet project objectives
Conducting risk management to minimize project risks and developing contingency plans
Ensuring quality assurance and compliance with relevant standards
Performing a review of new projects to confirm accuracy of bill of materials, cost estimate and T&C’s. Works with the Salesman and Management to clear up any conflicts or misunderstandings.
Works with customers to obtain submittal approval, release for manufacturing, ensure project times are met and all questions are answered.
Issue purchase orders to vendors to procure all equipment.
Coordinate and purchase services of shipping companies to deliver equipment in alignment with customer requirements.
Perform invoicing on all delivered goods and services.
Travel to meetings, customer sites and vendor sites will be required. May require some overnight travel.
Other duties as assigned and qualified
Participate in required safety programs, and work in a safe manner.
Additional duties as assigned by manager.