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As a Project Manager I, you will manage and oversee all aspects of a project to ensure it is completed on-time and within budget. You are responsible for managing scope, cost, schedule, internal staffing and outside vendors. You will prepare reports for upper management regarding status of project, as well as work on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Your work is closely managed.

Responsibilities:

Experienced Project Manager l specializing in electrical distribution industry, with a strong background in overseeing projects within both commercial and residential construction sectors, particularly focusing on lighting and switchgear installations.

Provides support with project development from beginning to end

Assists in defining project scope, goals and deliverables to support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders

Assists in developing full-scale project plans and associated communications documents

Effectively communicates project updates and progression to manager

Estimates resources and participants needed to achieve project goals

Aligns activities with corporate goals around safety, quality, delivery and cost

May perform root cause analysis on gaps, identifies waste, and works with leadership to drive sustainable corrective action

Drafts and submits budget proposals, and recommends subsequent budget changes

May negotiate with other department managers for acquisition of required personnel

Determines and assesses need for additional staff or consultants and makes appropriate staffing adjustments during project cycle

Sets and manages project expectations with team members

Identifies and resolves issues and conflicts within project team

Identifies and manages project dependencies and critical path

Plans and schedules project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools

Tracks project milestones and deliverables

May develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations

Manages changes in project scope, identifies potential concerns, and devises contingency plans

Utilize electrical distributor experience and expertise in industry-specific terminology to process submittals, ensuring accurate ordering of materials based on specifications and approvals.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent experience required. Associate’s degree preferred.

2 years required, 4 years' experience preferred of directing work in a project management capacity, including all aspects of process development and execution

Business and management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods

Proven ability to manage processes to achieve objectives

Ability to build effective business relationships with other functional areas to best support mutual objectives

Coordinate effectively with various stakeholders including internal employees (OSR, Quotes, PM, Project Coordinators) and external electrical contractors on lighting and switchgear construction projects.

Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to analyze workflow and processes to provide productive service to internal and external customers

Demonstrate exceptional customer service skills, Serve as a primary point of contact for lighting and switchgear factory Reps and customers, demonstrating strong organizational skills and effective communication to ensure project milestones are met.

Interpersonal, conflict management, and negotiation skills required

Adept at conducting research into project-related issues and product

Ability to learn, understand, and apply new technologies

Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Good computer skills

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

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