Project Manager

SUMMARY Coordinates and monitors the performance across assigned program platforms to achieve the best functional, technical, and profitable value of company projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Liaison between Keel's fabrication partner(s) and Keel's leadership team.
• May communicate directly with Keel's customer(s) professionally and reports out to a Program Manager.
• Assists in tracking and reporting all project measurables, plans, goals, logistics, timelines, critical paths, risks, assumptions, and milestones throughout the program(s) lifecycle to be shared during program reviews or when requested to senior management, stakeholders, and suppliers using appropriate tools on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Prepares project, program, and portfolio level documents and presentations; and participates in formal/informal, internal/external meetings
• Reports daily to a Program Manager all risks and potential interruptions that may cause any projects to miss any critical paths i.e., budget, on-time delivery, quality issues, etc.
• Assists in tracking all required work orders outside of the original scope of work before and after performance for approval and customer invoicing.
• Makes recommendations for increasing contracted parameters when feasible for increased profitability.
• Recommends resources and scheduling requirements for the implementation of projects for on time delivery.
• Detects, reports, and makes recommendations for solving project, and program issues timely and effectively.
• Manage technical data and documentation for the program.
• Effectively communicates project developments and results to team members and liaise with other departments as well as customers on an ongoing basis.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no direct supervisory or management of personnel.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

Minimum of 2 years of project analyst or contracts administration experience in manufacturing/production settings.

• Proven great leadership skills in past positions.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft software applications; Microsoft Projects Required.
• Proven capabilities in managing departmental budgets.
• Professional and excellent communication skills with experience in corresponding with customers and executive leadership.
• Heavy plate fabrication experience that includes welding is preferred.
• Ability to multitask and high attention to detail is required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Requires an Associate’s Degree in Business Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field from a credited college, university, or technical school; or two (2) years of successful related experience or training in engineering, finance, or manufacturing management of which one (1) year are in supervisory/managerial capacity; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from members of the executive leadership team, production associates, clients, customers, vendors, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Must possess strong logistical knowledge and mechanical aptitude. Requires budgetary financial knowledge.

REASONING ABILITY

Must be able to make sound business decisions and possess strong problem-solving abilities. Requires analytical knowledge; ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret technical publications. Must be able to read and comprehend blueprints.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

CPIM or PMP preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk, occasionally stoop, kneel and/or climb; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. Ability to identify colors and make fine visual discrimination may be required; ability to make fine judgment of texture may be required. Ability to remember verbal and written instructions over a period of a few minutes to several days.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. All Keel locations are tobacco free.

EEO STATEMENT

Keel provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, (including traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, status as a protected veteran or spouse thereof, height, weight, marital or familial status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, Keel complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which Keel has facilities.

To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Keel will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, recruitment advertising, hiring, job assignment, promotion, demotion, discipline, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, or rates of pay, benefits, and selection for training. Provisions in applicable laws providing for bona fide occupational qualifications, business necessity or age limitations will be adhered to by Keel where appropriate.