Senior Project Manager

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Project Manager- Field Services to lead planning, execution, and delivery of service projects from quote handoff to completion.

You will coordinate with Sales, Engineering, Field Service teams, subcontractors, and customers to ensure safety, schedule, and budget adherence. The role requires strong field coordination, deep power systems knowledge, and clear communication across teams, ensuring successful project outcomes and a professional customer

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 7–10 years of project management or project engineering experience.
• PMP or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of power distribution systems (switchgear, MCC, ATS, transformers, UPS, generators, and controls).
• Experience managing field teams, subcontractors, and service execution.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, NFPA 70E, NETA standards, and commissioning processes.
• Strong Excel and project reporting/forecasting skills

Responsibilities

• Manage electrical service, startup, commissioning, modernization, retrofit, and upgrade projects for OEM and third-party equipment.
• Lead integration of complete electrical solutions, including switchgear, ATS, MCC, UPS, transformers, generators, controls, and SCADA.
• Define project scope, identify risks, and manage change control.
• Review customer requirements, drawings, and engineering documentation to ensure accurate execution.

Skills

Project management

Field coordination

Reading electrical drawings

OSHA/NFPA 70E/NETA knowledge

Excel and forecasting

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Description

The Sr. Project Manager- Field Services is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering service projects from quote handoff through completion. This role partners closely with Sales, Engineering, Field Service, subcontractors, and customers to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. You will manage scope, cost, schedule, and resources while serving as the primary customer contact throughout the project lifecycle. This position requires strong field coordination, technical understanding of power systems, and clear communication across internal and external teams.

Key Responsibilities

Project Execution

• Manage electrical service, startup, commissioning, modernization, retrofit, and upgrade projects for OEM and third-party equipment.
• Lead integration of complete electrical solutions, including switchgear, ATS, MCC, UPS, transformers, generators, controls, and SCADA.
• Define project scope, identify risks, and manage change control.
• Review customer requirements, drawings, and engineering documentation to ensure accurate execution

Modernization and 3rd-Party Integration

• Evaluate legacy equipment and compatibility requirements.
• Coordinate retrofit kits, modernization packages, relay upgrades, controls integration, and SCADA interfaces.
• Lead onsite verification, field measurements, and electrical/mechanical fit-ups.
• Partner with engineering to develop cutover plans and outage execution strategies for brownfield facilities

Budget & Cost Control

• Track job costs including labor, materials, subcontractors, travel, and rentals.
• Forecast cost-to-complete, contingency usage, and projected margins.
• Review subcontractor pricing, contracts, and field change orders.

Billing & Progress Measurement

• Manage billing plans and milestone invoicing.
• Track and submit percentage-of-completion billings based on work performed, materials delivered and earned value.
• Provide billing forecasts and cash flow projections.
• Manage retention, stored materials, and change order billing.

Reporting & Documentation

• Provide regular project reporting, including schedule updates, field progress, costs, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Maintain project documentation such as safety plans, cutover procedures, commissioning records, test reports, redlines, and as-built drawings.

Field Execution & Leadership

• Lead field installation, startup, testing, commissioning, and project handover.
• Coordinate internal service teams, third-party vendors, and subcontractors.
• Conduct onsite meetings and safety reviews.
• Monitor QA/QC, performance testing, FAT/SAT, and acceptance criteria.

Customer Interface & Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary customer contact throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide regular status updates and clear communication.
• Resolve technical and commercial issues in the field.
• Represent the company with professionalism, technical expertise, and a strong customer-first mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 7-10 years of project management or project engineering experience.
• PMP or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of power distribution systems (switchgear, MCC, ATS, transformers, UPS, generators, and controls).
• Experience managing field teams, subcontractors, and service execution.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, NFPA 70E, NETA standards, and commissioning processes.
• Strong Excel and project reporting/forecasting skills

Core Competencies & Behaviors

• Field readiness & execution leadership
• Electrical power equipment knowledge
• Budget control & commercial discipline
• Safety & compliance driven
• Customer relationship management
• Ability to prioritize and execute in active environments
• Strong communication and reporting skills

Working Conditions

• Travel required (40–60%) to field sites, customer locations, and branch offices

Performance Metrics

• Project schedule adherence
• Budget and margin performance
• Customer satisfaction
• Safety and quality compliance

Disclaimer

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Forgent Power reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description as needed.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Forgent Power is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.