Project Manager

AWC Career•Atlanta, GA

37d•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re seeking driven, curious people who bring energy to what they do and see challenges as opportunities to learn and improve. Our team of co-owners values enthusiasm, creativity, and a growth mindset, and we’re committed to putting those qualities to work on solutions that matter. If you’re ready to grow and make an impact, we’d love to be on your team. As a Project Manager focused on Automation designs, you will have direct and daily contact with our customers, suppliers, and internal sales teams. You will be tasked with overall project execution of automation packages to meet the requirements of Oil and Gas Upstream, Automotive/EV, Material Handling, Marine, Municipal W/WW, Data Centers, Semiconductor, and Hoist/Crane applications. This is a hybrid position that can be located in either Florida or Georgia. Must live within reasonable commuting distance to either Atlanta GA, Savannah GA, Jacksonville FL, or Orlando FL.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline or equivalent work experience in a related field
Ability to proofread for accuracy and finalize documents professionally with a strong attention to detail
Knowledge of: Project management practices & procedures; Smart Power Systems; Electric power distribution products, listed above, and their application in the industrial environment; Pricing strategies; Distribution channels; Technology trends & emerging technologies.
Excellent oral, interpersonal, and written communication skills with the ability to communicate accurately and effectively.
Must be able to effectively interface with a variety of technical as well as project management teams
Detail oriented and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Computer skills, ability to use Microsoft Office/Teams tools to analyze and solve routine problems
Understanding of electrical drawings and one-line diagrams
Understanding of UL, NEC, Atex, IEC & Nema Standards

Nice To Haves

Bachelors of Science in Engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Distribution )
Previous documented experience as a Project Manager focused on automation and electrical projects
PMP Certification

Responsibilities

Work with the AWC Projects/ Technical Account Manager teams across all markets to develop standardized automation package designs for focused vertical applications
Drive efficiency and cost competitiveness with selected component manufacturers
Work closely with CAE Designer to complete standard drawing packages and documentation
Partner with fabrication facilities to build AWC Automation designs
Manage FATs and quality assurance to ensure adherence to design
Stewards the implementation of custom Automation solutions, and develops accompanying schematics, drawings, and specifications as needed
For custom applications, reviews technical project requirements to ensure successful Automation implementation
Provide the guidance to develop project scopes, preparation of conceptual and detailed cost estimates
Lead team to develop schematics, detailed drawings and specifications needed for all new system designs, expansions, or system improvements
Evaluate risks associated with various options
Ensure all stakeholders of projects including operations, maintenance, finance, business development both agree with the scope and are aware of project status
Managing the contracts, project schedule, and communicating the schedule to the customers, obtaining status, managing scope, and managing issues and risks
Maintain the Company's competitive position and assuring alignment with business objectives
Work to ensure that integrators and suppliers deliver, in accordance with approved plans, specifications and industry standards
Establish testing and inspection procedures for quality control of all projects
Provide guidance to the Project Engineers to assure Q/C requirements are met on all projects
Develop implementation plans that include analyses such as cost-benefit or return on investment (ROI)
Identify, review, and select vendors or consultants to meet project needs
Initiate, review, and approve modifications to project plans
Monitor/track project milestones and deliverables
Negotiate with project stakeholders and suppliers to obtain resources or materials
Develop detailed project reports to convey project status to Management and stake holders
Assess current or future customer needs and priorities through communicating directly with customers, conducting surveys, or other methods
Monitor, document, and communicate performance of project team members