Project Management Specialist

Kirby Risk Corporation; Lafayette, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off

Profit Sharing

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Kirby Risk Corporation in Lafayette, IN seeks a Project Management Specialist to connect customers, internal teams, and vendors while driving programs from start to finish.

You will track schedules, budgets, and status, develop costings from BOMs, and foster strong customer relationships with regular updates. The role requires 4+ years of relevant experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 4+ years relevant work experience
• Knowledge of manufacturing, quality and production control, and planning processes
• Strong written, verbal communication, interpersonal and customer contact skills

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage customer conversations and project messaging across teams
• Track project schedules, budgets, billing, delivery dates and status
• Develop accurate product costing from Bills of Materials
• Build customer relationships with updates and aligning budget objectives
• Identify risks and assist in recovery plans and policy compliance

Skills

Customer engagement

Material sourcing

Engineering

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Communication

Education

College level coursework

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

3574 McCarty Ln, Lafayette, IN 47905, USA

Job Description

Posted Monday, August 31, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Join a team where customer relationships, project coordination, and problem-solving come together to drive successful programs from start to finish. In this role, you'll serve as a key connection point between customers, internal teams, and vendor partners keeping projects on track, communication clear, and expectations aligned.

What You'll Do as a Project Management Specialist:

• Successfully navigates complex customer conversations using sound judgment, professionalism, and advanced problem-solving skills.
• Facilitates clear communication and collaboration across program teams, customers, internal departments, business units, and vendor partners.
• Tracks project schedules, budgets, billing, delivery dates, special requirements, and overall program status using internal and external business systems.
• Develops accurate product costing from Bills of Materials while ensuring engineering change levels are current in company data systems.
• Builds strong customer relationships by providing order and program updates, gathering feedback, and aligning budget objectives with customer expectations.
• Supports project success by identifying risks, contributing to recovery plans, following company policies and values, practicing responsible social media conduct, and completing required cybersecurity training.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• College level coursework and/or equivalent 4 + years relevant work experience
• 4+ years' experience in customer engagement, material sourcing and/or engineering.
• Knowledge of manufacturing, quality and production control, and planning processes
• Demonstrates computer skills and aptitude, Microsoft Office and ERP systems
• Strong written, verbal communication, interpersonal and customer contact skills

What to Expect in This Role

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7am-4pm (flexibility to meet customer needs)

Why Kirby Risk?

Founded in 1926, Kirby Risk is a trusted leader in electrical supply, manufacturing, and mechanical solutions. Our culture is built on hard-working, engaged people who treat each other-and our customers with respect and urgency.

When you join Kirby Risk, you're not just taking a job- you're joining a company where you can build a career.

Benefits That Work for You

We provide a complete package designed to support your health, career, and future:

• Medical, RX, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life insurance & Employee Assistance Programs
• 401(k) with company match & Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

A Safe Workplace is a Drug-Free Workplace

Please note: You must have legal status that enables you to work in the U.S. We cannot obtain sponsorship. To be considered for a role, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications.

3574 McCarty Ln, Lafayette, IN 47905, USA