Project Manager 1

WesTech Engineering • South Salt Lake, UT

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

WesTech has an immediate opening for a Project Manager 1 who is responsible for coordinating internal and external resources to fulfill contractual project requirements and communicate with customers on design, schedule, and financial issues. Responsible for entire job sections or sub-sections as assigned by the Manager. This role will support projects for our integrated product lines including Membrane Filtration (Ultrafiltration/Reverse Osmosis), High-rate Sedimentation, and Dissolved Air Flotation. Candidates for this position may be required to pass pre-employment and periodic screenings, including background checks, drug and alcohol tests, or other necessary assessments.

Requirements

• Bachelors' degree or higher in a related field, or equivalent experience.
• One or more years of relevant experience, which can include internships or other equivalent work.
• Demonstrate a commitment to high professional and ethical standards in engineering practice.
• Must have strong communication skills, including clear verbal communication, logical written communication, and ability to understand and follow instructions in the English language.
• Ability to manage competing requirements in an efficient and effective manner.
• Organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to operate within a budget and schedule.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to navigate conflict resolution.
• Ability to think and act proactively.
• Ability to read and understand Engineering Specifications and Drawings.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Dedicated to see a project through to completion.
• Ability to complete domestic or international travel, when needed.
• Strong computer skills in Word, Excel and other Microsoft applications.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Mechanical Design, Project Management or relevant field, or the equivalent work experience.
• Experience with project management tools including Gantt charts and ERP software.

Responsibilities

• Simultaneously lead the execution of multiple projects to ensure successful projects by managing project schedule, budgets and profit margins, and scope of supply.
• Maintain the internal documents/procedures for each project.
• Be the main point of contact with customers in coordinating project schedules, requirements, and shipments.
• Collaborate with a team of engineers, designers, and other project managers.
• Lead project team meetings to discuss project objectives including schedule, project specifications, scope of supply, and contractual requirements.
• Report to the Team Manager at weekly schedule meeting to provide status and progress of each project.
• Review and execute the obligations outlined in purchase orders and contracts.
• Oversee the coordination between Engineering and Design of the equipment.
• Review and understand the technical specifications, drawings, and plans.
• Prepare project submittmits and operation & maintenance manuals for customer review and approval.
• Prepare purchase requisitions; work with the purchasing team to source buyouts, equipment, and fabrication.
• Coordinate vendor activities (inspections, shipping, etc.) to support project objectives.
• Oversee quality assurance and inspection of buyouts and main equipment packages.
• Oversee coordination of equipment delivery, installation, start up, and commissioning support.
• Understand and comply with company policies, ISO procedures, and industry standards.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based annual bonuses
• Dollar for dollar 401K match of 6%
• Flexible work hours, hybrid schedules with remote work options
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package
• Company HSA contribution, Paid Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program
• Company-paid Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Long-term Disability
• PTO plan and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company celebrations, summer parties, volunteer opportunities, games, prize drawings, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level