Industrial Project Manager

carolinapowercareers; Columbia, West Columbia (SC, SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

PPC Partners in Columbia, SC seeks a Project Manager to oversee electrical construction projects, ensuring safety, on-time delivery, budget adherence, and client satisfaction. The role focuses on developing customer relationships, leading technical teams, and driving process improvements across branches.

Travel to sites is required. Qualifications include a BS in CM/Engineering or related field, 5+ years experience in electrical construction, and strong MS Office and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/equivalent required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management/Sciences, Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Building Science, etc.), or related OR significant relevant work background.
• 5+ years prior experience, preferably in the electrical construction field.
• Knowledge of estimating, scheduling, and budget processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, execute and deliver all projects on time, on budget and within scope in accordance with stated business requirements.
• Drive project management methodology including requirements & business case analysis, development of project charters, project plans, resource plans and related artifacts.
• Coordinate with business leaders to ensure appropriate project prioritization and resourcing.
• Achieve minimum budgeted net profit targets.
• Manage billing and collections to ensure positive cash flow.
• Facilitate continuous process improvement to increase field productivity.
• Forecast weekly goals; analyze and adjust factors that affect results for maximum efficiency.
• Share manpower, resources, and tools across branches and departments.
• Develop and maintain relationships with customers; ensure high quality service.
• Take prompt action to resolve customer complaints.
• Prospect for new business leads and develop new business through interaction and networking.
• Pre-plan and identify methods to eliminate hazards daily by work task.
• Execute habit and hazard recognition; uphold safety as a priority and aim for zero accidents.
• Promote open communication between field and office on safety concerns and PPE needs.
• Obtain safety training as expected by all personnel.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Communication skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Business development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management/Sciences, Engineering

High school diploma/equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Project Manager is responsible for the safe, profitable, and efficient execution of their electrical construction projects. This role oversees safety, customer satisfaction, employee engagement, and sales growth while managing project accounts. The Project Manager plays a key role in developing and maintaining customer relationships and prospecting new business opportunities. Strong leadership, collaboration, and continuous improvement are essential to achieving company goals and ensuring success.

At PPC Partners we believe in the Power to Serve along with the Pursuit of Excellence. As such the following values guide our behaviors: A Servant's Heart -- Focus on the Needs of Others, Wisdom -- Insightful, Integrity -- Honesty and Trustworthy, Courage -- Decisive and Confident in Others, Humility -- Modest and Respectful, Passion -- Unfailing Dedication

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Project & Financial Management:

• Work with the business lines to coordinate, execute and deliver all projects on time, on budget and within scope in accordance with the stated business requirements
• Drive sound Project Management methodology including requirements & business case analysis, development of project charters, project plans, resource plans and related project management artifacts
• Coordinate with business leaders to ensure appropriate project prioritization and resourcing
• Achieve minimum budgeted net profit targets
• Manage billing and collections to ensure positive cash flow
• Facilitate continuous process improvement to increase field productivity
• Forecast weekly goals; analyze and adjust factors that affect results for maximum efficiency
• Share manpower, resources, and tools across branches and departments

Customer Satisfaction & Development:

• Develop and maintain relationships with customers; ensure high quality service is provided
• Take prompt action to resolve any customer complaints
• Prospect for new business leads and develop new business through interaction and networking

Safety/Hazard Recognition & Elimination:

• Pre-plan and identify the methods to eliminate hazards daily by work task.
• Execute skill in observing habits and hazards of others and bringing it to their attention.
• Uphold safety as the most important goal of our company. Support goal of achieving zero accidents.
• Promote and encourage open communication between field and office regarding all safety concerns, suggestions, improvements, and PPE needed.
• Obtain safety training as expected by all company personnel.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma/equivalent required
• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management/Sciences, Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Building Science, etc.), or related OR significant relevant work background
• 5+ years prior experience, preferably in the electrical construction field
• Knowledge of estimating, scheduling, and budget processes

Experience, Skill and Abilities

• Positive safety attitude and personal integrity -- both are non-negotiable
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams)
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to apply innovative and effective leadership techniques to maximize employee performance
• Exceptional organizational and documentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to interact with all levels of the company and customers

Physical Requirements

• Office environment requiring sitting and standing. Occasional travel to various work sites, exposing employee to outdoor elements, noise and the need to stand and walk.