Senior Manager, Projects Group

Crown Technical Systems; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown Technical Systems is seeking a Projects Group Manager in Fontana, CA, reporting to the Director of Program Management. The role oversees the PM team, ensures project milestones and budgets are met, and engages in high-level negotiations with clients and vendors across the United States.

The position requires 7+ years in PM, 5+ years in leadership, and a PMP-friendly background. Travel about 25% may be required as projects span the U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field.
• 7+ years of relevant project management experience.
• 5+ years in leadership or supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Hires and trains the project management staff.
• Oversees the daily workflow and schedules of the department.
• Develops project management processes across functions to deliver world-class service.
• Lead the most complex projects and guide subordinates.
• Be involved with purchasing in high level vendor discussions and negotiations.
• Negotiate change orders and delivery schedules on large projects.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/PM or related field

PMP Certification (preferred)

Job description

Crown Technical Systems, a Flex Company, is a leader in power distribution and protection systems concentrating on sophisticated, state-of-the-art relay and control panels, medium voltage switchgear, and enclosures (power/control buildings/ E-Houses). We specialize in customized, turn-key solutions that ensure safe, secure, and reliable power distribution. Working at Crown Technical Systems offers a dynamic and rewarding career path for individuals seeking to power the world. Through hands-on training, mentorship, and a culture of internal promotion, we empower you to reach your full potential and contribute to projects that truly matter.

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Projects Group Manager located in Fontana, Ca.

Reporting to the Director of Program Management, the Projects Group Manager is responsible for the overall direction and management of manufacturing projects as well as leading the Project Management team.

This position will be expected to travel about 25% of the time to different project locations across the United States.

What a typical day looks like:

• Hires and trains the project management staff.
• Oversees the daily workflow and schedules of the department.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.
• Develops, builds, enhances, and deepens relationships with clients.
• Acts as point of escalation with customers as issues on project arise.
• Negotiates change orders, delivery schedules, and other project related items on high level complex projects.
• Works with Business Development and Estimating during negotiations with customers on large projects.
• Provides leadership, organization, and coordination to support key Project Management activities.
• Develops project management processes that work seamlessly across all functions of the organization delivering world-class service to customers, both external and internal
• Maintains a system that tracks workload balancing and develop metrics for the PM team
• Develops successful and strong working relationships with internal team
• Ensure that Project Management best practices are standardized across projects in order to maintain consistent delivery excellence in every project
• Ensure that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets.
• Lead the most complex projects and guides the work of subordinates.
• Conduct cost analysis and profitability study on respective projects
• Manage change and promote the continuous improvement of project management related processes.
• Be involved with purchasing in high level vendor discussions and negotiations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Project Management, or other related field with 7+ years of relevant experience in a project management role
• At least 5 years of experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Experience in the Power industry preferred.
• PMP Certification and/or formal coursework/training in project management preferred.

Crown Technical Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [e-mail] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Crown Technical Systems, you must complete the application process first).