Job Description:
Summary: The main function of a non-IT project manager is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as engineering, research and development, financial systems and product roll-out, etc or any other non-IT based project.

Job Responsibilities:
- Coordinate projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities.
- Present and explain proposals, reports and findings to clients.
- Recruit employees, assign, direct, and evaluate their work, and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence.
- Analyze technology, resource needs and market demand, to plan and assess the feasibility of projects.
- Confer with management, production and marketing staff to discuss project specifications and procedures.
- Review and recommend or approve contracts and cost estimates.

Skills:
- Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
- Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
- Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
- Knowledge of computer software, such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio etc.

Education/Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.
- PMI or PMP certification preferred.
- 5-7 years experience required.

Position’s Contributions to Work Group:
- Custom Swgr Project Management Support

Typical task breakdown:
- Successful execution of custom switchgear projects and/or accounts from Order Entry through Project Closeout. This position works with cross-functional multi-project team resources to ensure expectations are delivered according to defined scope, timeline, documentation, and cost parameters.

Interaction with team:
- Needs to be able to work well within team structure. Needs to have very good communication skills, both verbally and technically, via email and other electronic communications means.

Work environment:
- Office work environment
- Shop floor - has required PPE gear

Education & Experience Required:
- The position requires Experience in dealing with multiple disciplines such as contractors, consultants, engineering, sales, purchasing, and commissioning agents in regards to power generation and or electrical design products. Demonstrated experience managing multiple simultaneous projects involving cross-functional technical teams within budgetary and schedule constraints. Demonstrated knowledge of project and business management principles, methods and techniques. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and situations to achieve superior proactive project order management and customer service. Demonstrated skills and experience in mediation and negotiation. Strong verbal communication, written communication, and presentation skills. Demonstrated experience directing internal and client teams involved in multiple activities. Ability to strategically and tactically organize and structure project execution activities. Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated skills in Microsoft Office 365. The position typically requires a college or university degree or equivalent experience. In addition, 5 five years of job-related experience are typically required.

Technical Skills
(Required)
- Strong MS office computer skills – intermediate
- Strong coordination skills

Soft Skills
(Required)
- Able to multi-task a variety of projects and activities during a full day. Needs to be very pleasant and easy to work with among groups.

Job Type: Contract

Salary: $55.00 - $57.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• scheduling/tracking: 5 years (Required)
• Electrical engineering: 2 years (Preferred)
• Order management: 2 years (Preferred)
• Project coordination: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Alpharetta, GA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person