Project Manager

It’s your time, make it matter.

At Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 85 years, our peoples’ work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back-up power at hospitals, fire-fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Peterson, you don’t just have a career, you have a purpose.

Our family-oriented environment is built on safety, winning, growth, and professional achievement. Hiring and developing exceptional people is critical to our continued success. We have high standards for a good reason: our people represent Peterson, our family, our brand, and our values.

You have high expectations too. You are exceptionally motivated, have outstanding skills, and want your work to matter.  Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities at a family-owned and operated business. It’s time to use your skills and passion to do work that matters!

Job Description

Peterson Power Systems has the immediate need for an experienced Project Manager who can be based at either our San Leandro, CA or Hillsboro, OR location.

SUMMARY

Job has primary responsibility to execute the delivery of scope of work sold by Peterson in accordance with contract documents in such a manner as to maximize customer satisfaction and company profitability expectations. Other responsibilities include ensuring a quality on time delivery within budget, and meeting or exceeding customer’s expectations. Position will have the authority to direct and coordinate activities to accomplish tasks as defined by the project with the cooperation of personnel within the department.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign the functions to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Job functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Work with sales team and customers to fully understand scope of supply and expectations.
• Provide other technical support and work/cost estimates as may be required to the sales team.
• Coordinate all project logistics; equipment orders, custom packaging, shipping, site services.
• Thorough review of contract documents to ensure compliance with specifications, and appropriateness of commercial terms.
• Utilize project management software (iMacs) to establish budget, issue purchase orders and monitor project financial status as costs accrue.
• Select vendors and issue purchase orders based on quality, compliance with customer’s specifications, pricing and availability.
• Coordinate material deliveries and production scheduling expedite shipping as appropriate to meet schedule demands.
• Primary liaison between Peterson and customer for the duration of a project.  Responsible to prepare for and attend project meetings as requested at customer locations, job sites and Peterson offices.
• Ensure quality control; coordinate all on site activities including manpower, subcontractors, testing, and inspections as applicable, arrange for shop tests, site tests, and training as needed.
• Maintain oversight control of assigned projects within the department. Provide assistance and guidance to field crew(s) as appropriate.  Work to ensure compliance with final acceptance requirements and successful turn over to the customer.
• Maintain and provide documentation to the customer as applicable to work scope and contract requirements.
• Provide back up to team members, be a resource in areas of experience and expertise.
• Assist sales team in pre-sale meetings and project development.
• Provide guidance to service personnel during start up and commissioning exercises.
• Continuing education and training to keep pace with current technology impacting our business.
• Continuous monitoring of vendor performance and review with co-workers.
• Project invoicing; progress billing, cost and profit projection per billing schedule.  Responsible for realizing and improving on estimated gross profit margin and project completion.
• Responsible for profitable delivery of projects as estimated and continuing process improvement with every opportunity.
• Must be able to travel up to 20% of the time for customer and vendor meetings, and jobsites outside our territory.
• Operate company or personal vehicle as needed.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.  
• Displays excellent communication skills including presentation, persuasion, and negotiation skills required in working with customers/ coworkers, including the ability to communicate effectively and remain calm and courteous under pressure. 
• Respectfully takes direction from supervisor/manager.  

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, safely and in alignment with Peterson’s core values. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree from a fully accredited college in Business or other closely related field; and a minimum of three years of directly related experience in project management in the construction industry; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license, with an acceptable driving record and have access to reliable transportation. 

The CALIFORNIA pay range for this position is: $88,000 - $99,000 (Starting wage will depend on experience and education. We also offer a total compensation package in addition to base salary.) 

Peterson Power Systems, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.