Program Specialist (Hybrid)

Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce; Emerson (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson seeks a Program Specialist to drive day-to-day project execution, coordinating with the Project Manager and cross-functional teams to ensure timely milestones and compliance with required steps.

You will manage schedules, monitor progress, and prepare regular updates for stakeholders while ensuring invoicing and procurement processes align with project needs. A collaborative, detail-oriented professional with 2+ years in PM or operations will thrive.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience.
• A minimum of 2 years of related project management, supply chain, or manufacturing operations experience.
• Knowledge and capability in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams.
• Ability to travel up to 10% for onsite customer meetings.
• Legal Authorization to work in the United States – sponsorship will not be provided for this role.

Responsibilities

• Create, review and drive detailed project schedules in alignment with the Project Manager.
• Ensure adherence to timelines and deliverables.
• Conduct internal cadence meetings to monitor progress.
• Provide regular status updates to the Project Manager and stakeholders.
• Order and submit Inspection Test Plans (ITP).
• Track and manage all mandatory steps and submittals.
• Monitor order tracking and change order process.
• Escalate issues promptly to avoid delays.
• Manage milestone billing processes accurately and on time.
• Expedite critical materials and components to meet project deadlines.
• Obtain and manage long-term (LT) quotes for project requirements

Skills

Teamwork

Project management

Communication

Deadline orientation

Budgeting & cost control

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Join our dynamic team as a Program Specialist! Based in Marshalltown, IA, the Program Specialist is responsible for driving the day-to-day execution of projects, ensuring timely delivery of milestones and compliance with all required steps. While each project has an assigned Manager who oversees overall strategy and client communication, the Program Specialist focuses on operational details and works closely with the Project Manager as a collaborative team to achieve project success.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be

• Create, review and drive detailed project schedules in alignment with the Project Manager.
• Ensure adherence to timelines and deliverables.
• Conduct internal cadence meetings to monitor progress.
• Provide regular status updates to the Project Manager and stakeholders.
• Order and submit Inspection Test Plans (ITP).
• Track and manage all mandatory steps and submittals.
• Monitor order tracking and change order process.
• Escalate issues promptly to avoid delays.
• Manage milestone billing processes accurately and on time.
• Expedite critical materials and components to meet project deadlines.
• Obtain and manage long-term (LT) quotes for project requirements

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team with the Project Manager and other stakeholders.
• Skilled in managing operational aspects of complex projects.
• Strong ability to prioritize tasks and maintain accurate documentation.
• Proactive in identifying issues and implementing solutions.
• Understanding of billing cycles, cost control, and budgeting.
• Familiarity with ITPs, submittals, and procurement processes.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and time management skills.

Who You Are

You lay out a thorough schedule and list steps for achieving objectives. You adjust communication to fit the audience and the message. You build and deliver solutions that meet customer expectations. You maintain relationships across a variety of functions and locations.

For This Role, You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience in lieu of a degree
• A minimum of 2 years of related project management, supply chain, or manufacturing operations experience
• Knowledge and capability in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams
• Ability to travel up to 10% for onsite customer meetings
• Legal Authorization to work in the United States – sponsorship will not be provided for this role

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart

• Experience in manufacturing principles
• Chemical, Oil & Gas, Power, Water / Wastewater, or other related industry experience
• Flow Controls - Fisher experience

OUR CULTURE & COMMITMENT TO YOU

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.