WESCO International

Project Manager III (Structured Cabling, Data Center Infrastructure)

WESCO International$90K — $120K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • 5-7 years of experience in large-scale project management, particularly in process development.
  • Prior experience with liquid-cooled rack systems and supporting infrastructure like HVAC and chillers is highly preferred.
  • Strong understanding of business and management principles, including strategic planning.
  • Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills; able to effectively manage teams and conflicts.
  • Proven problem-solving skills and adept at workflow analysis.
  • Effective communicator with strong writing ability.

Responsibilities

  • Directs and manages large-scale projects from initiation to completion.
  • Defines project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management.
  • Develops comprehensive project plans and communication documents to manage timelines and dependencies.
  • Sets and communicates project expectations to team members and stakeholders.
  • Liaises with stakeholders continuously to ensure alignment and address issues.
  • Estimates necessary resources and identifies preferred vendors for project success.
  • Leads continuous improvement initiatives and develops team member capabilities.

Benefits

  • Paid time off, including vacation and holidays.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • Retirement savings plans to support employees' financial future.
  • Comprehensive benefits program promoting well-being and engagement.
Full Job Description
Job Description

As a Project Manager III, 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 and customer stakeholders regarding project status as well as contribute to moderately complex aspects of a project. Your work is generally independent and collaborative in nature.

Responsibilities:
  • Directs and manages large and complex project development from beginning to end
  • Defines and refines project scope, goals and deliverables to support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders
  • Develops full-scale project plans and associated communications documents to identify and manage project timeline, dependencies, and critical path using appropriate tools
  • Sets, manages, and communicates project expectations to team members and stakeholders
  • Liaise with project stakeholders on an on-going basis
  • Estimates resources, participants, and preferred partner vendors needed to achieve project goals
  • Functions as leader for continuous improvement events and develops employees to be self-sufficient in continuous improvement tools
  • Aligns activities with corporate goals around safety, quality, delivery, and cost
  • Performs 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
  • Negotiates 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
  • Delegates tasks and responsibilities to personnel
  • Identifies and resolves issues and conflicts within project team
  • Plans and schedules project timelines and milestones
  • Develops and delivers progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations
  • Manages changes in project scope, identifies potential concerns, and devises contingency plans

Qualifications:
  • Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • 5 years required, 7 years experience preferred of directing work in a large-scale project management capacity, including all aspects of process development and execution.
  • Prior project management experience with deployment and commissioning of liquid-cooled rack systems and supporting infrastructure projects, including HVAC, heat exchangers, chillers, liquid cooled piping installation highly preferred.
  • Business and management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
  • Prior experience with managing people and processes to achieve objectives.
  • Ability to build effective business relationships with other functional areas to best support mutual objectives.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to analyze workflow and processes to provide productive service to internal and external customers.
  • Interpersonal, conflict management, and negotiation skills required, including strong human relations skills to supervise and develop assigned employees effectively.
  • Adept at conducting research into project-related issues and products.
  • Ability to learn, understand, and apply new technologies.
  • Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent computer skills .

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This amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective bargaining agreements.

For eligible positions, compensation may include participation in a bonus or sales incentive plan, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents. For certain sales roles, Wesco also offers a commission structure that provides additional compensation based on sales results, as defined by the applicable commission plan.

In addition, Wesco offers a benefits program for eligible employees, which may include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement savings plans. Additional details about benefits are available here.

About the Team

At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.

Our Company's greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.

Learn more about Working at Wesco here and apply online today!

Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.

This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.

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Size
18,000 employees
Market Cap
$6.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$100.5 million
Founded
1922
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$12.3 billion
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