Project Manager III

Modular Power Solutions, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Annual bonus

17 PTO days

10 paid holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Plans

Charitable Giving Match

Job summary

Modular Power Solutions, LLC is seeking a Project Manager III to lead large, complex projects, create detailed plans, and coordinate cross-functional teams. You will answer client questions, address contract issues, and identify new opportunities with existing customers. Travel may be required.

The role emphasizes managing budgets, timelines, and stakeholder communication while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with BD to grow opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Project Management or related discipline preferred.
• PMP license a plus.
• Experience in program management, preferably in industrialized construction.
• Expert knowledge of construction technology, scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the subject matter expert for customer project management matters.
• Review and understand work orders and service agreements.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships.
• Create agenda and guide the Kickoff Meeting presentation to all stakeholders.
• Anticipate concerns impacting timely delivery and customer needs.
• Foster new business opportunities with existing clients and drive sales quotas.
• Manage multi-year forecast and track key account metrics.
• Represent the company in meetings with clients and subcontractors.

Skills

Project management

Client relations

Scheduling

PMP license

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)

Oracle

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management/Project Management or related

Tools

Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)

Power BI

Oracle

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

Whether you’re a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at MPS. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more. Why Modular Power Solutions (MPS)? Committed. Innovative. Engaged.

Since our founding, Modular Power Solutions (MPS) has been driven to positively impact the communities where we live and work. We are an organization built on integrity and we have a culture that empowers people, embraces diversity, and inspires everyone to do their best. As one of the largest EMPLOYEE-OWNED electrical contractors in the United States, you will have the unique benefit of being a shareholder at a company that is experiencing tremendous growth and success. When our people succeed and fuel our success, we reward them. We'd love to have you as a shareholder!

YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY:

The Project Manager III - MPS is a subject matter expert level Project Management position responsible for managing large-sized projects of more advanced complexity, creating detailed project plans and collaborating on tasks with team members while tracking progress, communicating with internal and external stakeholders, and monitoring the completion of projects timelines, within budget. The Project Manager III answers client queries, addresses technical and contract questions as well as identifying new business opportunities among existing customers. In this role, you will liaise with cross-functional internal teams to improve the entire customer experience. This position may require travel.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Serve as the subject matter expert for all customer project management matters.
• Review and thoroughly understand work orders and service agreements.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships.
• Navigate nuances of client relations amongst peers within trusted account relationships.
• Create agenda and guide the Kickoff Meeting presentation to all stakeholders of the fulfillment team
• Anticipate concerns impacting the timely and successful delivery of our solutions according to customer needs and multiple objectives.
• Foster new business opportunities with existing clients and/or identify areas of improvement to meet sales quotas.
• Manage multi-year forecast and track key account metrics (e.g. monthly sales results and annual forecasts)
• Contribute and present program metrics for the client business reviews.
• Maintain and enhance relationships with BD team to identify and grow opportunities.
• Assist with challenging requests or issue escalations as needed internally.
• Manage ongoing customer’s site requirements
• Act as a single point of contact, own the proposal process internally.
• Review and prepare Cost-at-Completion (CAC) accounting for internal review with MPS leadership.
• Act as a subject matter expert of the CAC process and mentor junior program managers.
• Proactively manage multiple activities of higher complexity to ensure forward progress and deadlines with efficiency.
• Negotiate and create all change orders on projects for internal approval.
• Represent the company/project in meetings with clients, subcontractors, etc.
• Maintain understanding of customer forecast and facilitate alignment with the Production Team and Continuous Improvement Team.

The duties and responsibilities describe this position's general nature and scope of work. This is a partial listing, and other responsibilities will be assigned based on the position’s role within the business unit.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

Ability to adapt to evolving customer priorities. Meet internal and external customer demands and resolve problems of higher complexity. Provide clear direction in complex situations with competing priorities with professionalism and composure. Must possess the utmost of personal integrity by exemplifying MPS’ core values daily (We Care, We Share, We Listen, We Innovate, We Excel) to maintain the superior reputation of MPS. Thorough understanding of MPS safety protocols and procedures Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.); Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), Power BI and Oracle experience preferred. Ability to understand, develop, follow, and enforce standard operating policies and procedures. Ability to perform duties in a professional manner and appearance. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary. Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude. Effective oral and written communication skills Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player. Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others.

WHAT YOU BRING TO US:

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Project Management or other related discipline preferred. PMP license a plus experience in program management, preferably in industrialized construction role. Expert knowledge of construction technology, scheduling, Minimum 7 years’ equipment and methods required. Business development/heavy client interaction a plus. Can be a combination of training, education and relevant work experience that is equivalent.

TRAVEL:

0 – 10%

WORKING CONDITIONS:

General work environment – Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning. May be sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, and bending. Noise level is usually low to medium; can be loud on a job site. Occasional lifting of up to 40 lbs.

MPS is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

MPS Culture of Care

YOU MATTER – OUR BENEFITS

• ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership 401k
• Annual bonus program based on performance, profitability, and achievement
• 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance Disability Income Protection Insurance
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
• Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation

PAY RANGE

The pay range for this role is what we expect to pay for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this job description. Candidate’s pay can vary based on location, job-related experience, skills, and education.

In the light of the uncertainties presented by Covid-19, we have modified our recruitment efforts.

Thank you for your ongoing support as we work together to make the best decisions for all our employees, families, and communities.

Our success is rooted in our people. We all come together around long-term vision and a sense of shared ownership. As a group, we do whatever it takes to ensure the success of our business…and your career.

The safety of MPS’s employees, clients, partners, and community members is a value that has been a part of our history for more than 100 years. At the heart of what we do is our core value: We Care. This Core Value is built upon integrity and the creation of an environment where our people are empowered to work safely, be their best selves, and respect each other. MPS is committed to our unwavering focus to Care, Share, Listen, Innovate, and Excel.

Founded in 2011, MPS delivers extensive engineering, product development and deployment experience. We continually seek to lead our industry by inspiring current and future generations to build full-system solutions matched to our customers’ most exacting requirements.

We are a wholly-owned subsidiary of MPS Holdings, Inc., one of the largest privately-owned electrical contractors in the United States.