Project ManagerA Project Manager uses his/her knowledge of custom automation and precision machining to manage the design & build of automated assembly systems. These machines are uniquely designed assembly, inspection and test systems for industries that demand precision assembly for their components. Some of these industries include automotive, aerospace & medical equipment. A project manager is responsible for managing a project throughout the entire project life cycle which includes the applications/project management handoff all the way through the closing of a project.
Throughout the life of an engineered project, the project manager is required to manage the budget and schedule while providing internal & external customer support, leadership of project related communications & full ownership of any design or build related activities performed by skilled designers & multi-disciplined cross functional assembly teams with support from the management team.Project Management Primary ObjectivesA project manager has the skills and training to be able to manage the entire project scope & any scope changes that may occur throughout the project life cycleA project manager has the skills and training to manage a team of designers and builder's performance to meet or exceed the schedule & budget developed during the applications & quoting processA project manager has the skills and training to be able to satisfy the customer with the performance of the product equipment & the services provided by Edgewater AutomationA project manager has the skills and training to be able to deliver financial results that meet or exceed Edgewater Automation's expectations for awarded projectsProject Management Job DutiesManage custom automation projects ranging in size for $125,000 to 2 million dollarsCapable of communicating & interfacing appropriately with Edgewater's management team to manage customers expectationsEstablish, communicate & manage project goals & objectives including functional specification, cycle time, schedule, budget and resourcesUses the skills and training they have developed to manage the actual project costs versus established budgets and has the ability to project any potential cash flow issues related to the assigned projectUses the skills and training they have developed to manage project workflow & budgets utilizing Edgewater's ERP system (Questica), Microsoft Office & Project Summary worksheetsUses the skills and training they have developed to assist Edgewater's Sales and Applications team in developing concepts, proposals, quotations and presentationsUses the skills and training they have developed to direct the everyday operations of the assigned project to monitor compliance to customer requirements and expectationsUses the skills and training they have developed to communicate the project status on a regular basis in an effort to keep the customer & the internal management team updatedCoordinate weekly meetings with the customer & project team to discuss project activities and to assure the project schedule is maintainedMaintain an action list in accordance with Edgewater's ISO standard proceduresUses the skills and training they have developed to accurately estimate the resources and material costs required to complete the projectMaintain constant communication with Edgewater management to insure resources are available to complete the project in the budgeted timeline & budgeted hoursPrepare and submit Engineering change orders to the customer for project scope changes.Oversees & maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.Maintains continuity among project team members by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs of the projectUpdates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities & reading technical publicationsPosition Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time position. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Frequent overnight travel will be required of this position, national and international. Travel is typically estimated to be 10 to 15% of the work required in a year.Additional QualificationsCapable of being a part of a self-directed work force requiring minimal supervisionExcellent organizational skills are requiredExcellent time management skills are requiredA strong understanding of the special machine business and the customer base that Edgewater Automation serves is desirableGood communication and presentation skills both verbal and written so customers and Edgewater staff are well informed about project statusDisplay leadership qualities and be capable of directing the activities of assigned projects on a day-to-day basis so that everyone understands the objectives of the projectA project manager must display the ability to deal with multiple tasks, anticipate problems, make quick decisions with limited information to solve problems, handles pressure well & be capable of making the hard decisions required to male the project, our customer & Edgewater successfulAll activities large and small that need attention are addressed with an action plan.
Action plans are followed up until completion. Keeps detailed notes on all activities.A project manager understands the importance of the company making a profit to secure the safety and growth of the company.A project manager must have the mental and physical energy for the job & be willing to work the hours to get the job done and travel when its required.Educational RequirementsDOL Journeymen certificate desirableBachelors' degree in engineering, management or an equivalent of 10 years' experience in engineering related to custom automation is preferred but not requiredAt least 5 years of experience managing, leading or overseeing projects within an applicable industryA minimum of 3 years' experience in customer negotiations and marketing related efforts is desirable but not requiredSupervisory ResponsibilityThis position has no direct report supervisory responsibility. However, this position will build and develop other Project Managers in their group or department through effective mentorship and servant leadership.Work EnvironmentThis job operates in a mixed professional office and manufacturing environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.EEO StatementEdgewater Automation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.