Sr. Project Manager

Generac • Waukesha, WI

8h

About The Position

We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world. Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries. The Sr. Project Manager is responsible for planning and executing all project management activities including new project kickoffs, technology integration, and lifecycle support. The position requires strong technical and cross-functional expertise, business process knowledge, superior people leadership skills, exceptional project management experience, proficiency in systems-level communication, and business planning knowledge. This position is responsible for working closely with the support team and other functional leaders in the company (product management, engineering, dev, infra, IT, finance) and is responsible for supporting technical projects within the Generac Energy Services business.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Marketing, or other technical discipline or equivalent work experience
• CAPM Project Management Certificate, or other formal Project Management education
• 3 years of progressive work experience in engineering, project engineering, project management, product management, or related new product development field
• 3 years of project management experience and strong background of making data driven decisions
• An understanding of DERMSs
• Experience with project management software such as Jira, ASANA, Microsoft Project
• Prior Experience blending Agile and waterfall project management principles to manage projects in a high-tech development environment with cross functional teams

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in engineering, Business, Marketing, or other technical discipline or equivalent work experience
• PMP
• 5 years of progressive work experience in engineering, project engineering, project management, product management, or related new product development field
• Ability to read and understand project technical specifications, wiring diagrams, electric schematics and flowcharts.
• Working knowledge of Saleforce and SAP
• Drafting experience (CAD, Creo or similar)
• Ability to present with Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage a large, diverse technical workload in a fast-paced work environment.

Responsibilities

• Scope Management: Define and manage project scope, ensuring all deliverables are outlined clearly and modifications are documented and approved.
• Project Planning and Execution: Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of technical projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
• Point of contact: Act as the primary point of contact for all project stakeholders, providing regular updates, status reports, and risk assessments. Ensure that expectations are aligned and any changes are communicated promptly.
• Team Leadership and Collaboration: Coordinate and collaborate with internal teams (Sales, Engineering, operations, Service etc.) and external partners, fostering effective communication to ensure project milestones are met.
• Budget and Resource Management: Oversee project budgets, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently and within budget. Track project costs and forecast future spending needs.
• Risk and Issue Management: Proactively identify and address risks and issues that could impact project timelines or quality. Implement mitigation strategies and ensure stakeholders are informed of any challenges.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to process improvement initiatives by identifying areas for optimization and implementing best practices for project management and delivery.

Benefits

• Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more
• Free onsite gym open Monday through Saturday for Generac employees
• We offer product loan (for up to 4 days) and discount programs
• Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits, many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line, while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators
• Make a positive impact. Generac has always been community-minded and dedicated to giving back. The company proudly offers a Volunteer Time Off program, inviting team members to participate in charitable volunteer opportunities on company time.
• We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.
• We’re an inclusive company that celebrates differences and keeps equity and respect at the forefront.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees