Job Details

We are seeking individuals with boundless energy, unwavering persistence, and an appetite for learning. We value individuals who approach challenges with enthusiasm and creativity. If you're ready to embark on a journey of continuous growth and contribute to meaningful solutions, we want you on our team.

As a Project Manager-Automation and Electrical, you will be accountable to oversee results of multi-functional project teams and be responsible for the administrative/operational leadership of a project within the guidelines set by the AWC Technical Account Manager and the Client. You will be tasked with managing projects and fostering relationships that will help grow our business. Success is measured by meeting project objectives while working towards exceeding customer requirements and expectations. You will be working closely with the Automation and Electrical Manager, Technical Account Managers, and Application Engineers as you grow and apply your skills, knowledge, and abilities. The successful candidate must be innovative, passionate, and resourceful while demonstrating technical skills. The position is a Hybrid based role that can be located in the Greater New Orleans, LA, Baton Rouge, LA or Lafayette, LA metropolitan areas and will require routine travel to the office.

How you'll make an impact:

• Provide the guidance to develop project scopes, preparation of conceptual and detailed cost estimates
• Lead team to develop schematics, detailed drawings and specifications needed for all new system designs, expansions, or system improvements
• Evaluate risks associated with various options
• Ensure all stakeholders of projects including operations, maintenance, finance, business development both agree with the scope and are aware of project status
• Managing the contracts, project schedule, and communicate the schedule to the leads, obtaining status, managing scope, and managing issues and risks
• Maintain the Company's competitive position and assuring alignment with business objectives
• Work to ensure that integrators and suppliers deliver, in accordance with approved plans, specifications and industry standards
• Establish testing and inspection procedures for quality control of all projects
• Provide guidance to the Project team to assure Q/C requirements are met on all projects
• Manage project execution to ensure adherence to budget, schedule, and scope
• Develop implementation plans that include analyses such as cost-benefit or return on investment (ROI)
• Identify, review, and select vendors or consultants to meet project needs
• Initiate, review, and approve modifications to project plans
• Monitor/track project milestones and deliverables
• Negotiate with project stakeholders and suppliers to obtain resources or materials
• Develop detailed project reports to convey project status to Management and stake holders
• Assess current or future customer needs and priorities through communicating directly with customers, conducting surveys, or other methods
• Monitor, document, and communicate performance of project team members

Skills you'll need:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent work experience in a related field
• Ability to proofread for accuracy and finalize documents professionally with a strong attention to detail
• Knowledge of: Project management practices & procedures; Smart Power Systems; Electric power distribution products, listed above, and their application in the industrial environment; Pricing strategies; Distribution channels; Technology trends & emerging technologies.
• Excellent oral, interpersonal, and written communication skills with the ability to communicate accurately and effectively. Must be able to effectively interface with a variety of technical as well as project management teams
• Detail oriented and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Computer skills, ability to use Microsoft Office/Teams tools to analyze and solve routine problems
• Understanding of electrical drawings and one-line diagrams
• Understanding of UL, NEC, Atex, IEC & Nema Standards

Here's what will set up apart:

• Bachelors of Science in Engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Distribution )
• Previous documented experience as a Project Manager focused on automation and electrical projects
• PMP Certification
• Previous experience with major electrical suppliers (Siemens, ABB, Eaton etc)
• Deep understanding of Power, Controls, or Electrical Systems

The Rewards:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(K) Match
• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Package
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Career Development Opportunities

About AWC

As employee-owners, we seek to develop fulfilling careers by pushing ourselves to deliver better, safer, more effective automation solutions. We do this through strategically partnering with the world's most-recognized brands to help engineering, reliability, and maintenance teams solve problems effectively. Our team of over 600 employee-owners embrace innovative and creative methods to expand our expertise while providing genuine value to our customers and technology partners.

How We Win Together

We are committed to solving customer problems and are looking for team members that want to be a trusted resource to those looking for a partner who out-knows, out-cares, and out-serves everyone else. Every day, we strive to deliver on our mission to empower people to make the greatest positive impact for the communities and families we serve together. Our Winning Together culture starts with a shared commitment to building an environment of inclusiveness, trust, and mutual respect. We know that when people like you are safe to pursue your passions, to learn, to serve, and to share in the rewards from our combined efforts, then we are winning together.

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