Senior Program Manager, PMO — Manufacturing & Defense

Keel; Hollywood (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Competitive pay

401(k) match

HSA/FSA

Paid holidays

PTO

Referral bonuses

Shift differentials

OT potential

Paid training

Certification sponsorship

Career growth

Fun culture

Job summary

Keel, a defense and heavy fabrication-focused company, seeks a seasoned Program Manager to oversee complex programs and coordinate with fabrication partners and Keel leadership ensuring profitability and on-time delivery.

Requirements include 5+ years in program management in manufacturing, strong leadership, proficiency with MS Project, SmartSheet, and PowerBI, plus ERP/IFS familiarity. Occasional travel between facilities is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of program management experience in manufacturing/production.
• 3 years of relative experience or training in engineering, finance or manufacturing management.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven leadership skills in past positions.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft software applications; Microsoft Project preferred, SmartSheet and PowerBI experience beneficial.
• Understanding of ERP systems, IFS working knowledge is preferred.
• Proven capabilities in managing departmental budgets.
• Professional and excellent communication skills with experience in corresponding with customers and executive leadership.
• PMI CAPM or PMP/PgMP Certification preferred.
• Heavy plate fabrication experience that includes welding is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Liaison between Keel’s fabrication partner(s) and Keel’s leadership team.
• May communicate directly with Keel’s customer(s) professionally and reports out to the Director of PMO.
• Tracks and reports all program measurables, plans, goals, logistics, timelines, critical paths, risks, assumptions, and milestones throughout the program(s) lifecycle to be shared during program reviews or when requested to senior management, stakeholders, and suppliers using appropriate tools on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Reports daily to the Director of PMO all risks and potential interruptions that may cause any projects to miss any critical paths i.e. budget, on-time delivery, quality issues, etc.
• Tracks all required work orders outside of the original scope of work before and after performance for approval and customer invoicing.
• Increases contracted parameters/Opportunities when feasible for increased profitability.
• Acts as the Liaison for the internal and external stakeholders of the program.
• Recommends resources and scheduling requirements for the implementation of the program for on time delivery.
• Detect, report, and solve program issues timely and effectively.
• Manage technical data and documentation for the program.
• Effectively communicates program developments and results to team members and liaise with other departments as well as customers on an ongoing basis.
• Lead and provide direction to the Project Managers as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Program management

Engineering experience

Finance experience

Manufacturing management

Leadership

Budget management

Communication

PMI certification

Plate fabrication

Welding

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

SmartSheet

PowerBI

IFS ERP

Job description

Keel, a defense and heavy fabrication-focused company, seeks a seasoned Program Manager to oversee complex programs and coordinate with fabrication partners and Keel leadership ensuring profitability and on-time delivery.

Requirements include 5+ years in program management in manufacturing, strong leadership, proficiency with MS Project, SmartSheet, and PowerBI, plus ERP/IFS familiarity. Occasional travel between facilities is expected.