Project Management Section Manager to lead project management activities across bids, orders, deliveries, customer communications, and field service support. In this leadership role, you will oversee project execution from initial inquiry through customer turnover, ensuring customer commitments are met while maintaining quality, schedule, and financial performance.
What You'll DoLead Project Management Operations: Direct and oversee project management personnel responsible for contract negotiation, project scope, scheduling, invoicing, budgeting, margin performance, and overall project quality from inquiry through customer turnover.
Develop & Manage Teams: Lead project management staff in accordance with Company policies; provide training, cross-training, and development opportunities; conduct performance reviews and provide input for compensation decisions.
Drive Project Planning & Execution: Oversee development of detailed project plans including goals, strategies, resource allocation, schedules, risk identification, contingency planning, and cost control.
Monitor Project Performance: Track overall project progress and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure all departments remain aligned and customer commitments are achieved.
Support Commercial Negotiations: Assist and guide Project Managers and Project Applications Engineers in negotiating pricing, delivery terms, and other contract conditions for major project components.
Oversee Warranty & Service Activities: Manage insurance, warranty claims, and service issues from product delivery through project completion and turnover.
Ensure Effective Communication: Review and guide the preparation of project status reports; ensure management, customers, and stakeholders are kept informed of progress and any issues.
Resolve Project Issues: Confer with project teams to provide direction, resolve challenges, and support decision-making.
Manage Site Support Resources: Ensure appropriate site management coverage through internal resources and third-party providers.
Manage Budget & Financial Performance: Prepare and manage operating budgets with attention to cost control and financial clearances.
Promote Division Excellence: Further CPSD's goals and professional image through effective collaboration with internal departments, vendors, customers, and MELCO partners.
What You BringEducation & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management
- Minimum of 3 years of management experience
- Or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Technical & Leadership Expertise:
- Strong understanding of project lifecycle management, including budgeting, scheduling, and risk management
- Experience supporting large, complex customer projects in technical or industrial environments
Skills & Attributes:
- Advanced verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams
- Ability to work effectively in multicultural environments, including familiarity with Japanese business culture
Technology Proficiency:
- Advanced computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Office
- Experience with Microsoft Project and related project management tools
What's in It for You?- Comprehensive Health Coverage: MEPPI pays 90% of medical, dental, and vision plan costs
- Retirement Plans: 401(k) with company match up to 4%
- Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation accrual after 90 days, plus 12 paid holidays annually
- Career Development: Leadership development, training programs, and educational assistance
- Exclusive Employee Perks: Profit sharing, access to the 24/7 fitness center in Warrendale, PA, and participation in MEPPI's Wellness Program
At MEPPI, Project Management is central to delivering reliable, high-quality critical power solutions. As Project Management Section Manager within CPSD, you will play a key leadership role in ensuring successful project execution and customer satisfaction across mission-critical infrastructure projects.
