Project Manager-Phoenix Arizona

HUBER TECHNOLOGY•Glendale, AZ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Manager plans, executes, and finalizes projects according to established schedules and budgets. The role coordinates internal team members and third-party contractors or consultants, defines project objectives, and oversees quality control throughout the project life cycle. The position relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals established by the company and Team Leader. The Project Manager directs projects from order intake through warranty start, managing schedules, forecasts, procurement, deliverables, status reporting, change orders, budgets, customer approvals, and project closeout. The role works with customers, internal teams, vendors, and other stakeholders to meet project goals and deadlines. It is a full-time position requiring regular presence at HUBER’s U.S. hub in Phoenix, Arizona, with some travel to customer sites, training, or trade shows as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a technical or engineering discipline.
At least 2 years of work experience in application engineering, inside sales, or other relevant technical support is preferred.
Experience working with independent manufacturer’s representatives and/or vendors.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office suite applications.
Ability to read and interpret measurements and technical specifications or details on drawings and documentation.
Familiarity with project-management software tools.
Fluent spoken and written English.
Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines.
Maintain an updated passport for training and travel.
Ability to pass a drug test, complete a role-related background check, and complete an I-9 form before hire.
Must follow safety guidelines in the office and at job sites.
Ability to work under pressure to meet project deadlines; regular attendance is essential.

Nice To Haves

Experience in application engineering, inside sales, or other relevant technical support.
Exposure to sales, sales management, and/or project management.
Wastewater industry or industrial experience.
Project management experience or certification.
German or Spanish language ability.

Responsibilities

Create project schedules and forecasts.
Process project orders from order intake through warranty start.
Manage manufacturing procurement and purchase orders in coordination with Logistics and the Procurement Specialist.
Coordinate and check project deliverables.
Maintain project status reports and change orders.
Manage project budgets, analyze performance metrics, and present completed-project results.
Direct and manage project planning and execution from beginning to end, with input as needed from the Team Leader.
Define project scope, milestones, and deliverables in relation to the scope sold and customer and company goals.
Develop engineering submittal packages and provide them to customers and reviewing engineers in a timely manner.
Manage the engineering submittal process to obtain timely customer approval and release equipment for production.
Communicate project expectations clearly and promptly to team members and customer stakeholders; liaise with stakeholders and the Team Leader throughout projects.
Estimate materials, labor, and other resources needed to achieve project goals.
Create or direct purchase orders for equipment, parts, and components.
Recommend budget changes, draft change orders, and submit them for approval under company policy; obtain written customer change orders for significant scope changes.
Manage scope changes, identify potential crises, and develop contingency plans.
Determine third-party vendors or staffing needed to complete projects successfully.
Delegate tasks and responsibilities as needed and help resolve project-team issues so punch lists and closeout are completed on time.
Support warranty determinations and provide information to Field Service, including work-order details as needed.
Identify and manage project dependencies and critical paths; plan and schedule timelines and milestones using appropriate tools; track milestones and deliverables.
Prepare and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, presentations, and quarterly status reports for high-value or extended-schedule projects, as required.
Define and communicate project success criteria throughout the project life cycle.
With expanding experience, coach, mentor, motivate, and supervise project team members and contractors, encouraging accountability and positive action.
Build and maintain business relationships that contribute to project success.
Analyze completed projects and prepare recommendations identifying successful and unsuccessful project elements.
Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management.
Perform other work-related duties as assigned.
Travel to customer sites, training, or trade shows when required by role duties.