Project Manager in West Jordan, Utah at Quality Electrical Systems

QES is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Project Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of manufacturing projects from start to finish. This role is responsible for developing project plans, managing budgets and timelines, and ensuring project outcomes meet quality and client expectations. The ideal candidate will have experience in sheet metal or electrical manufacturing, though we will also consider applicants with a commercial or high-end construction project management background.

This is a highly collaborative position requiring excellent organizational skills, financial forecasting abilities, and strong communication to maintain effective relationships with clients, engineers, vendors, and cross-functional internal teams.
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Key Responsibilities:
Provide strategic leadership across multiple manufacturing projects to ensure alignment with QES’s goals and standards.

• Develop detailed project documentation, including scope statements, budgets, schedules, and cost estimates.

• Oversee project execution, ensuring on-time delivery, adherence to budgets, and compliance with quality standards.

• Track and manage budgets, monitor cost performance, and adjust forecasts to avoid overruns.

• Lead and supervise project team members, assign roles and responsibilities, and ensure proper training and performance management.

• Identify and mitigate risks, troubleshoot issues, and proactively adjust project plans to prevent delays or quality issues.

• Collaborate with engineers, production staff, and management on the manufacturing floor to maintain momentum and alignment throughout each project phase.

• Work closely with vendors and clients, maintaining strong relationships to ensure satisfaction and identify future project opportunities.

• Provide regular updates to stakeholders, including progress reports, performance metrics, and project reviews.

• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.

• Support continuous improvement by analyzing project performance and recommending process enhancements.

• Guide junior project managers or assist with oversight across multiple projects, if needed.
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Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Minimum 3–5 years of project management experience in manufacturing or construction.

• Strong understanding of project budgeting, scheduling, forecasting, and cost controls.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight timelines.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for working with internal teams, vendors, and clients.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar).

• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing vendor/subcontractor relationships.
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Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in electrical manufacturing, modular builds, or fabricated E-Houses.

• Background in sheet metal fabrication or industrial production environments.

• PMP or equivalent project management certification.

• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles or Six Sigma methodology.

• Any hands-on electrical experience or knowledge of control panels, wiring, or electrical systems is a major plus.
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Competencies:
• Strategic Thinking

• Leadership and Team Management

• Budgeting and Financial Analysis

• Risk Mitigation

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Quality and Compliance Oversight

• Client Relationship Management