Senior Program Manager – Electrical Systems Delivery

Qualdoc•Marietta, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead the execution of large, technically complex programs involving engineered electrical and power distribution systems. This role is responsible for managing projects from post-award transition through manufacturing, testing, shipment, and final customer acceptance. Based at a manufacturing facility, this position partners closely with engineering, production, quality, logistics, and supply chain teams to ensure successful and timely project delivery.

Requirements

7+ years of experience in project or program management within manufacturing, electrical systems, or infrastructure-related industries
Demonstrated success managing complex, multi-phase, cross-functional projects
Strong understanding of manufacturing-based project execution
Experience working directly with customers, contractors, or EPC organizations
Ability to interpret contracts, schedules, and technical documentation
Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
Comfortable working onsite and collaborating closely with plant operations teams

Nice To Haves

Experience with modular or integrated electrical systems
Exposure to data center, mission-critical, or infrastructure-related projects
Familiarity with ERP systems or project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet or similar)
Knowledge of Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and logistics coordination for large equipment

Responsibilities

Oversee assigned programs from contract handoff through final delivery and acceptance
Manage overall project execution, including scope, timelines, and coordination across teams
Lead internal kickoff meetings to align stakeholders on project objectives
Develop and maintain detailed schedules, milestones, and deliverables
Identify potential risks early and implement mitigation strategies
Review customer contracts, purchase orders, and technical specifications for completeness
Support scope clarification and manage change orders throughout the project lifecycle
Ensure alignment between contractual commitments, engineering outputs, and production deliverables
Assist with billing milestones, required documentation, and acceptance criteria
Serve as the central point of coordination across engineering, manufacturing, quality, logistics, and commercial teams
Maintain visibility across all phases of the project lifecycle
Ensure configuration changes are tracked and communicated effectively
Escalate issues as needed while maintaining project momentum
Lead regular project update meetings with customers and external partners
Provide clear communication on schedules, production progress, testing, and delivery timelines
Manage customer expectations and maintain strong working relationships
Represent the organization in key project reviews and discussions