Project Manager - Industrial

Fike Agency • Blue Springs, MO

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About The Position

Fike Corporation, a rapidly growing international manufacturer of pressure relief, explosion protection, fire suppression and detection equipment, has an opportunity for an Project Manager - Industrial position. Fike is a privately held business located in Blue Springs, MO with over 400 employees locally & over 1,200 employees worldwide. The Project Manager will provide project management, order preparation, progress reporting, and documentation and installation coordination. Work includes making frequent trips to project sites to field verify site conditions, attend construction meetings, and provide technical assistance. The role requires independent interpretation of requirements and discussion of problems with various employees and customers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in project management in electrical, mechanical, or engineering discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years post-degree experience in related field with demonstrated successful project oversight skills.
• Experience or education in the fields of fire protection, safety management, or other related special hazard protection.
• Basic understanding of NFPA standard and other related code restrictions.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of CAD, Windows, Word and Excel.
• NICET Level 3 Certification.
• Preferred manufacturing or related industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitors activities at construction sites; works to ensure construction progresses as scheduled and contract specifications are adhered to.
• Inspects construction site regularly and works with contractors to schedule deliveries.
• Works independently and collaboratively, contributing to moderately complex aspects of a project as needed.
• Supervises and coordinates activities for the EP Systems Installations Department.
• Assigns resources, including in house and subcontractor personnel, accordingly.
• Takes responsibility for schedules and sequences project elements.
• Coordinates and monitors sub-contractor performance, progress and quality.
• Prioritizes activities when there is a conflict in resources required.
• Reviews project's contracts and design to determine time frame, labor requirements, equipment orders, and procedures for accomplishing project completion.
• Directs and coordinates activities of project to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget.
• Reviews contract documents establishing adequate assessment, definition, and capacity to meet contractual requirements.
• Systematically analyzes the contract documents, design criteria and equipment necessary to meet contractual requirements.
• Performs a site survey with engineering to field verify site conditions, installation requirements, and special tool requirements prior to design completion.
• Attends job site meetings and maintains communication with the customer on a timely basis to inform them of the order status.
• Provides project schedule, status reports, milestones, and labor forecasts to operations.
• Resolves issues with customers such as activity responsibility, project scheduling, workmanship, contract compliance, requested design changes or additions.
• Coordinates commissioning and certification tests with the ES Install Technicians, customer, local authority, etc.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational seminars and workshops, reviewing professional publications and participating in professional societies.
• Maintains the confidentiality of all information processed.

Benefits

• Three Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) pro-rated the first year & Paid Holidays
• Medical Plans with FSA & HSA, Vision & Dental Plan
• Paid Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) Plan with Company Match Fully Vested on Day One!
• Profit Sharing Bonus Program
• Education Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-Site Fitness Center & Award Winning Wellness Program
• Reimbursement for Safety Shoes & Glasses
• Service awards & Recognition Program
• Company Picnic, Quarterly Events and Holiday Lunch
• Free Coffee/Tea, Lunch Utensils, Lunch Room Mini-mart, Free Parking

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree