SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

Carter Machinery; Elkridge (MD); On-site; USD 113,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Tool allowances

Vehicle discounts

Overtime opportunities

Shift differential

Job summary

Carter Machinery in Elkridge, Maryland is seeking a Senior Project Manager - Rental to lead day-to-day operations of large-scale rental projects, coordinating PMs, clients, and factories from order entry through project lifecycle.

You will forecast revenue, manage schedules, and ensure on-time delivery while maximizing cash flow. A ten-year track record in power generation and PM is required; a Bachelor's in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering is preferred; PMP certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Ten years' experience in the Power Generation field.
• Ten years' Project Management experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operational and tactical aspects of multiple or large-scale rental projects.
• Oversee Project Managers on client engagements; interact with clients and factories from order entry through lifecycle.
• Ensure customer and division satisfaction through effective project mgmt skills.
• Review high-level deliverables; manage orders, scheduling, tracking, invoicing, and PM liaison.
• Oversee engagement reviews and QA procedures per company methodology.
• Plan critical path and monitor project activities to maximize cash flow.
• Coordinate with rental power team and Power Systems Division to meet goals.
• Negotiate with major vendors to improve pricing and delivery.
• Provide technical and commercial coordination with PMs, customers, and suppliers.
• Create status reports for senior managers with accurate project insights.
• Forecast revenue, profitability, and margins.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication skills

Negotiation

Willingness to travel

Power generation knowledge

PMP certification

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Carter Machinery

Location: Elkridge, MD 21075, USA

Category: Service Operations

Posted Date: October 27, 2026

Requisition_Number: SENIO006899

Schedule: Full Time

EOE Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Join a Company That's Built to Elevate You.

At Carter Machinery, we don't just offer jobs - we offer long-term careers defined by purpose, innovation, and impact. We've built an award-winning workplace where high achievers thrive, careers grow, and your work truly matters.

Our legacy is strong, our vision is bold, and our future is built on investing in the growth and well-being of our people. Whether you're turning a wrench, managing operations, or supporting customers, you play a vital role in powering industries that moves the world forward.

Job Title

Senior Project Manager - Rental

Location

Elkridge, Maryland

Starting Compensation Range

$113,000 - $146,000 per year

What You Will Do

• Manage day-to-day operational and tactical aspects of multiple or large scale rental projects
• Oversee Project Managers working on client engagements within practice; Interact with clients, as required, and the involved factories from order entry through the lifecycle of a rental project; Ensure customer and division satisfaction through effective project management skills
• Review high-level deliverables across projects; Manage orders, including scheduling, tracking and shipment, invoicing coordination, closing, and being the Project Managers primary contact for all project-related matters; Review orders from a technical and commercial standpoint during negotiation, when requested, and order entry
• Oversee engagement review and quality assurance procedures in accordance with company methodology to ensure profitable and successful execution of consulting engagements as measured by regional goals and customer satisfaction
• Plan critical path and monitor and control project activities to maximize cash flow; Actively strive to optimize overall resource planning and utilization
• Coordinate or negotiate with major vendors to improve pricing and delivery; Monitor the overall impact of changes and claims, and actively negotiate for best interest of Carter as they arise
• Provide full technical and commercial coordination with PMs/customers and suppliers through appropriate sales channels
• Create effective reports (status/progress) and distribute to all senior managers with appropriate detail for desired understanding of the true project status and what needs to be done to accomplish project goals and objectives
• Accurately forecast revenue, profitability and margins
• Work in coordination with rental power team and across the Power Systems Division to achieve Continuous Improvement goals and objectives
• Perform various other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

• Minimum of ten years' experience in the Power Generation field required
• Minimum of ten years' Project Management experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering preferred
• Excellent operational knowledge of Genset installations, including transfer switches, UPS, and paralleling switchgear
• Strong communicator with excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proven ability to understand, interpret and meet complex customer needs
• Demonstrated skills and experience in mediation and negotiation
• Willingness to travel to various sites
• Valid driver’s license
• Excellent driving record
• PMP certification preferred

What Success Looks Like In This Role

• Moving between projects as priorities change
• Excellent time management and organizational skills required
• Defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts and drawing valid conclusions
• Detail oriented
• Excellent presentation skills
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Working in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple competing tasks and demands
• Promoting a positive customer experience
• Upholding the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to sit and talk or hear
• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%
• Life and disability insurance
• In-house training instructors/programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus program
• Tool allowances and tool loans
• Discounts on cellular phone service, computers, and vehicles
• Opportunities for overtime
• Shift differential (if applicable)

You'll gain access to real learning, real advancement, and a real future in a company that's reshaping what it means to lead in our industry. If you're looking for purpose, possibilities, and a team that wins together - you belong at Carter Machinery.

Come build what matters and build your future with us.

Actual base pay may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, education, geographic location, and other relevant business considerations. In addition to base pay, the compensation package may include participation in performance-based incentive programs (e.g., discretionary or non-discretionary plans), as well as overtime eligibility depending on the role.

Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law - are encouraged to apply.

Carter Machinery is a drug-free workplace.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.