Project Manager

Maxwon LLC; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in the United States is looking for an innovative Project Manager who will oversee various construction projects from initiation to closure. The role requires excellent communication skills and a strong problem-solving mindset. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, 3-5 years of project management experience in a manufacturing environment, and be capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of hands-on Project Management experience within a Manufacturing environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Security Clearance.
• Experience with storefront and curtain wall systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage Domestic projects from initiating, planning, execution, and closing phases.
• Establish effective communications and good relations with customers.
• Verify project estimate for completeness with detailed review of proposal specifications.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Problem solving

Knowledge of architectural blueprints

Fast-paced environment management

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline

Project Management Training

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Project Manager is an innovative thinker and problem solver that manages construction projects from initiating, planning, execution, monitoring and controlling, and closing phases. The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator across the organization and leads with a mindset of kaizen (continuous improvement) and respect for people. The candidate will be responsible for meeting job requirements and controlling costs by coordinating and effectively utilizing all the resources needed on each project.

Core Values

• Customer Focused (develop relationships, exceed expectations, treat customers like you would like to be treated)
• Teamwork (collaboration, open communication, be passionate and have fun)
• Results Driven (strong will to win, work to standard, not to time)
• Kaizen (continuous improvement; embrace change; don\'t settle, share ideas)

Job Responsibilities

• Establish effective communications, good relations, and positive images with customers, promoting courtesy, objectivity, and fairness.
• Manage Domestic projects from initiating, planning, execution, monitoring and controlling, and closing phases.
• Maintain project margin and lead time execution.
• For larger projects run a professional kickoff and weekly meetings with customers.
• Escalate issues to the direct manager and sales manager as required.
• Assess scope of work and resources required to successfully complete the project on time, with the highest quality, and lowest cost.
• Verify project estimate for completeness with detailed review of proposal specifications, drawings, and all contract documents.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage activities involved in purchasing materials, products, and services to meet customer requirements on time.
• Monitor manufacturing efforts to ensure project is constructed in accordance with customers design, budget, and schedule.
• Manage change orders from customer to ensure specifications are met on time at cost.
• Provide technical assistance, i.e., interpretation of drawings, recommending construction/manufacturing methods as required.
• Submit invoices for deposit and final project balances.
• Create shipping Bill of Lading (BOL) using Bill of Materials (BOM) on domestic projects.
• Support inventory adjustments or transfers to resolve insufficient quantities as needed.
• Support and follow all safety practices.
• Reconcile invoicing issues with Accounts Payable.
• Other projects and tasks as assigned by direct manager.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Security Clearance.
• Bachelors degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years of hands-on Project Management experience within a Manufacturing environment.
• Must have professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Project Management Training and PMP certification is a plus.
• Experience with storefront and curtain wall systems.
• Ability to read architectural blueprints is required.
• Knowledge of door hardware packages is a plus.
• 2-4 years of Planning experience.
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office products, Excel is a must.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.