Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager Job Description
The Project Manager oversees multiple complex projects from initial kickoff through final customer acceptance, leading end-to-end execution across planning, design, procurement, manufacturing, integration, testing, and delivery. This role owns project scope, schedule, cost, and overall performance while serving as the primary point of contact for customers, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring projects in the switchgear and buildings product line are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Manage multiple concurrent projects from kickoff through final customer acceptance, ensuring successful delivery of all commitments.
- Lead end-to-end project execution, including planning, design, procurement, manufacturing, integration, testing, and delivery activities.
- Own and control project scope, schedule, cost, and overall performance, proactively addressing issues and risks.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, maintaining strong communication, trust, and satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams, including production, procurement, engineering, quality, and client-facing stakeholders, to align internal execution with customer requirements.
- Lead internal and customer kickoff meetings, set clear expectations, and drive ongoing project updates and status reviews.
- Communicate technical and contractual requirements to internal teams to ensure alignment and compliance with project objectives.
- Allocate resources effectively and prioritize project activities to meet deadlines and key milestones.
- Manage vendors and subcontractors to ensure their scope, deliverables, and timelines support overall project success.
- Monitor and report project status, risks, and progress to stakeholders, providing transparent and timely updates.
- Ensure compliance with documentation standards, contractual terms, and company processes across all project phases.
- Support invoicing activities, track payments, and manage project financials to maintain budget integrity and profitability.
- Review and approve shipments, ensuring all deliverables meet customer expectations and contractual requirements.
- Drive project closeout activities, confirm completion of all obligations, and secure formal customer acceptance.
- Manage customer relationships, including handling change orders, negotiating terms, and conducting budget reviews for projects ranging from $500k to $5M.
- Support and contribute to the growth of the switchgear and buildings product line by effectively managing 35 projects at a time.
Essential Skills
- Minimum 5+ years of project management experience, preferably in product development and manufacturing environments.
- Strong engineering background, with experience in electrical engineering and the product development life cycle.
- Hands-on experience with manufacturing-related projects, particularly involving switchgear, controls, and relay panels.
- At least 3+ years of experience with E Houses or closely related systems such as controls and automatic transfer switches.
- Proficiency in managing medium voltage and low voltage projects, including e-house and building-related solutions.
- Demonstrated expertise in customer management, including change orders, negotiation, and budget reviews.
- Proven track record managing projects with budgets ranging from $500k to $5M.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate effectively with production, procurement, engineering, quality, and client-facing stakeholders.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical and contractual requirements to diverse audiences.
- Capability to manage vendors and subcontractors to ensure adherence to scope, schedule, and quality expectations.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- PMP certification or equivalent formal project management credential.
- Bachelors degree (BS/BA) in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, with a preference for Electrical Engineering.
- Experience working with switchgear, relay panels, and related electrical infrastructure in data center or industrial environments.
- Familiarity with medium voltage and low voltage systems in building and e-house applications.
- Comfort working closely with manufacturing and product development teams on the shop floor.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-growing organization that is expanding product lines and scaling operations.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for managing risks, resolving issues, and optimizing project performance.
- Detail-oriented approach to documentation, contractual compliance, and financial tracking.
Work Environment
This role operates in a full-time, onsite environment with a Monday through Friday schedule, typically from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The Project Manager supports the switchgear product line and will manage approximately 35 projects at a time. The position is part of a broader team of project professionals distributed across multiple facilities, collaborating closely with production, procurement, engineering, quality, and client-facing teams. The work involves being on the shop floor daily, engaging directly with internal stakeholders and overseeing the manufacturing and integration of complex electrical systems. The environment is fast-paced and growth-oriented, with significant investment in new product lines and a strong focus on data center and building-related electrical solutions, offering opportunities to contribute to a rapidly expanding organization and develop within a dynamic project-driven setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Houston, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $100000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 401K - 4% Match
120 Hours PTO after 90 days
6 Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Houston, TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX. About Actalent

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