Senior Project Manager, Power Distribution

Crusoe•Tulsa, OK

7d•$120,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

Crusoe is seeking a Senior Project Manager, Power Distribution to own the planning, execution, and completion of complex Engineered to Order (ETO) electrical equipment manufacturing projects. This role serves as the central communication point between internal teams and external stakeholders, translating customer requirements into achievable scope. The position focuses on low voltage switchboard manufacturing and their integration into packaged skid assemblies, managing multiple concurrent orders, standalone lineups, and integrated skid packages. The Senior Project Manager will be directly accountable for cost and schedule commitments, with a strong emphasis on submittal turnaround, long-lead component availability, and efficient work packet release. This role requires daily collaboration with production supervisors, test technicians, and the materials team on the manufacturing floor. The work directly contributes to energizing compute from sustainable, renewable, and/or stranded energy sources. The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional with a proactive approach, exceptional organizational skills, a proven background in electrical equipment or industrial manufacturing, and a passion for driving project excellence. This is a full-time position.

Requirements

Working knowledge of low voltage switchboards, panelboards, bus systems, protective devices, and metering.
Competent in electrical schematic and electrical code knowledge for collaboration with the in-house engineering department, manufacturing technicians, and authorities having jurisdiction for permit processing.
Ability to read and interpret single-line diagrams, elevation drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams, weigh in on aspects of designs, and advise on risks associated with design decisions.
Minimum of 5+ years managing projects within the electrical equipment, construction, engineering and/or manufacturing industry.
Ability to create, manipulate and comprehend complex and evolving project schedules. Scheduling experience required via Smartsheet, MS Project, Monday.com, Primavera P6, or Excel-based production schedules.
Experience with customer management and communication, maintaining positive client relationships. Ability to lock scope, identify scope creep, and manage change.
Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Construction Management or a closely related field. Equivalent hands-on manufacturing experience will be considered.
Strong understanding of manufacturing scheduling and the related factors that can impact project timelines.
Demonstrated experience managing customer submittal and approval cycles as a controlled schedule activity with aging and escalation.
Ability to forecast and create a cost budget, and then manage said budget through completion of the project(s).
Proven ability to manage multiple projects independently and effectively, ensuring timely and successful completion.
Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and influence peers, ensuring collaborative project execution.
Proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office for effective project documentation and communication.
Experience with manufacturing ERP and MRP systems like SAP or Visual.
This position is designated a safety-sensitive position and/or is located in a safety-sensitive facility. Drug and alcohol program participation is required.

Nice To Haves

Modularized electrical skid integration is preferred.
Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification.
Direct experience with UL 891 low voltage switchboard manufacturing, including skid-mounted or packaged assemblies.
Data center construction experience or other mission-critical construction experience.
Advanced knowledge of manufacturing processes.
Experience with Acumatica is preferred.

Responsibilities

Understand and align scope and process with internal and external stakeholders for UL 891 low voltage switchboard manufacturing and the skid integration of those switchboards into packaged assemblies.
Set realistic project goals, develop comprehensive strategies, and maintain the production schedule at work-order level in alignment with assembly line loading and plant capacity to ensure on-time delivery.
Drive the customer submittal and drawing approval cycle to closure, actively managing this critical path activity.
Manage exposure on breakers, bus, metering, instrument transformers, and enclosures — plus skid structural and interconnect material — with Supply Chain against firm production start dates.
Work closely with estimating, engineering, procurement, production, and accounting teams to align project activities and resolve issues.
Develop and implement effective communication strategies and provide regular updates to internal teams and external clients. Champion project change control, including customer change orders and requests for information.
Manage order cost performance — labor hours against estimate, material variance, and change order capture — and report against baseline. Maintain the accuracy of the order cost model to the PMO reporting standard and cadence, and sign the monthly cost-to-complete position.
Partner with Quality leaders to ensure the Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) is executed on time and to the applicable standards and specifications, including production testing, non-conformance closure, and customer witness testing where required.
Provide coaching and guidance to team members, ensuring clear understanding of tasks and efficient execution.
Identify and allocate necessary internal and external resources to ensure project success.
Complete the project-level portions of the sector executive dashboard on the published cadence — schedule position, milestone status, cost and margin position, and open risk.