Project Manager

Position Summary

The Project Manager will provide overall management direction of multiple projects, establishing specific project milestones, maintain liaison with our customers, communicate and maintain project/production schedules to meet both internal and external project needs, and manage project to meet or beat the estimated budgets. The role requires a direct understanding of design and manufacturing processes, standards and workflows while navigating complex design challenges. The Project Manager is ultimately responsible for completing each project on time, within budget and satisfying the customer.

Education / Experience Qualifications

• 0 – 5 years of experience Project Management
• 0 – 3 years of experience in Manufacturing
• Bachelor’s degree and/or working experience in Manufacturing, Architecture, Construction or related field
• PMP Certification encouraged
• Leader, providing a team with direction and vision, including motivating people to perform, listening to people, providing feedback, recognizing strengths and providing challenges
• Knowledge of financial acumen – cashflow, cost projections, job cost, billings projections with oversight
• Basic knowledge of Gordon, Inc. products, services, processes and order processing

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Strong attention to deadlines and budgetary guidelines
• Proven success working with all levels of management
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Demonstrates commitment to deliver outstanding service, both with internal and external stakeholders
• Takes ownership to personally resolve customer problems (or find someone who can)
• Listens well, asks clarifying questions, and checks for agreement with customers
• Committed to following up with customers in all instances in a timely manner
• Strong sense of accountability - ensures that you will do what you say that you are going to do
• Creates a personal connection with customers – smiles, warm greetings, acts friendly and respectful
• Positive attitude
• Responsible for the overall outcome of the project
• Actively identifies risk and escalates as needed
• Intermediate financial acumen – cash flow, cost projections, job cost, billings projections with oversight
• Able to read and interpret project plans/drawings and specifications
• Able to review Requests For Information (RFI’s) for comparative purposes against original contract documents for changes/deviations, and prepare a concise recap of changes/deviations
• Independently performs most assignments with instruction
• Works autonomously at times
• Receives guidance for unusual or complex problems and supervisor approval for changes in standards
• Engages and promotes company culture
• Open to feedback and flexible to change
• Assist in the development/mentoring of Project Coordinator and Administrative Assistant roles

*For additional information, see job posting on Company website.