Project Manager

Southwire Company; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Long & Short-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Advancement & Professional Growth

Job summary

Southwire Company is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to plan and lead multi-disciplinary initiatives, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and business goals.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage contracts and budgets, and provide strategic insights to leadership to drive on-time, within-scope, and within-budget delivery.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree and 8–11 years of experience in project management.
• PMP certification preferred; Master's degree and 12–14 years of experience are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage projects from initiation to completion, aligning with business objectives and customer requirements.
• Coordinate resources, contracts, and progress reporting; lead troubleshooting to ensure successful outcomes.
• Advise senior leadership on performance, risks, and opportunities to optimize execution and budgeting.
• Apply project management methodologies to define scope, objectives, deliverables, and budget within time constraints.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and suppliers to meet requirements and maintain clear communication.
• Develop insights from data and metrics to drive continuous improvement in processes and outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree

PMP Certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Primavera P6

Job description

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A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuitionreimbursement andunlimited growth opportunities. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinginnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what’spossible?

Job Summary

Plans and manages projects from initiation through completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer requirements. Coordinates project resources, contract management, and progress reporting while leading troubleshooting efforts to address issues and ensure successful outcomes. Monitors overall project performance, evaluates risks and results, and recommends adjustments to schedules, costs, and/or resources to ensure safety, quality, on-time delivery, financial performance, and customer satisfaction meet or exceed expectations as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Acts as a specialist in managing projects of varying complexity, overseeing project planning, execution, and delivery while ensuring alignment with stakeholder requirements, industry standards, business goals, internal processes and governance.
• Advises senior leadership on project performance, risks, and opportunities, providing insights to optimize project execution, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Applies highly developed project management methodologies to define and actively manage project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring that all projects are completed safely, to the quality levels necessary, on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Coordinates externally with clients, contractors, suppliers, and other external stakeholders to ensure that all project requirements are met, any changes are managed properly and that effective communication is maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
• Handles complex project issues, identifying potential risks and proposing actionable solutions to mitigate delays, cost overruns, or operational inefficiencies.
• Develops actionable insights based on data analysis and project metrics, providing recommendations for continuous improvement in project management processes and project outcomes.
• Interfaces with cross-functional teams to align project goals, track progress, and ensure resource availability, acting as the central point of contact for all project-related inquiries.
• Assembles and coaches project teams to develop a high-performing culture and provide guidance on best practices, risk management strategies, and client management techniques to ensure successful project execution.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Years of Experience: 8-11 Years

Preferred Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: Master's Degree Licenses/Certificates: Project Management Professional Certification Years of Experience: 12-14 Years

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: No

Travel

Travel: None

Physical Requirements

Moving: 20% Standing: 15% Sitting: 65%

Working Conditions

OfficePlant/Warehouse FloorVarious ShiftsHeights/Elevated Platforms

Equipment

Hard HatComputer/KeyboardSafety GlassesSafety ShoesSafety Vest

Nimble Learning

Customer Focus

Plans and Aligns

Balances Stakeholders

Action Oriented

Skills

Subcontracting

Project Implementation

Process Improvement

Document Control

Budgeting

Project Management Life Cycle

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nearest Major Market: Charlotte
Nearest Secondary Market: Concord