What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contract Execution Manager position at Virginia Transformer Corp?
On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!
We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.
If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.
Apply below and let’s start the conversation.
Who We Are
Virginia Transformer is the largest U.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,400 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.
As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.
Join Our Team
If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.
We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.
About the Role
We are seeking a Contract Execution Manager to serve as the customer-facing liaison for large, custom-engineered, power transformer manufacturing projects. This is not a construction or software PM role — it is a highly technical, contract-driven position responsible for ensuring the successful execution of engineered-to-order equipment, from design release through manufacturing, shipment, and onsite installation.
The position is onsite in Waco, TX and requires close collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, contracts, and field service teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the primary point of contact for customers after order placement, ensuring clear communication and contract compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
- Translate customer specifications and contract terms into actionable deliverables for engineering and manufacturing teams.
- Oversee project schedules adherence to contractional milestone execution, and scope; identify risks and implement proactive resolutions.
- Lead customer project meetings and provide updates on progress, milestones, and risks.
- Ability to handle multiple projects at different stages of execution from order entry through manufacturing, shipping, and warranty.
- Manage all contract obligations, including technical clarifications, change orders, and terms enforcement, in collaboration with sales and legal teams.
- Coordinate and ensure site preparation, shipping, and installation activities with customers and field service.
- Ensure adherence to engineering standards, quality requirements, and safety regulations.
- Support continuous improvement in contract and project execution processes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (preferred) or equivalent technical experience.
- 5 years of experience in contract execution, project management, or project engineering for engineered-to-order equipment, power systems, or industrial manufacturing.
- Proven ability to manage large customer-facing technical projects with contractual complexity.
- Familiarity with transformers, switchgear, substations, or high-voltage equipment preferred.
- PMP certification a plus.
- Strong organizational, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Must be able to work onsite in Roanoke, VA (relocation assistance available).
- Ability to travel occasionally to customer sites.
Why Join Virginia Transformer
- Lead mission-critical transformer projects that power data centers, renewables, utilities, and critical infrastructure.
- Be part of a growing global manufacturer with a strong balance sheet and zero debt.
- Collaborate onsite with a highly skilled technical and operations team in Roanoke, VA.
- Competitive compensation, relocation assistance, and comprehensive benefits.