Senior Project Manager

American Superconductor Corporation

$110K — $130K *
Ayer, MA 01432In-Person
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field; Master's degree or MBA preferred.
  • 10+ years in engineering project management, with a focus on large-scale projects.
  • Experience in leading complex, cross-functional initiatives.
  • Proven ability to deliver industrial or utility projects on time and within budget.
  • Strong understanding of project and program management methodologies and finance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and direct a portfolio of industrial and utility-scale electrical power systems projects.
  • Act as the primary contact for clients, managing expectations and ensuring satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to develop project specifications and meet delivery milestones.
  • Develop and oversee integrated project schedules, resource plans, and risk assessments.
  • Manage budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting for all assigned projects.
  • Drive standardization and continuous improvement in project management practices.
  • Conduct program reviews and report status updates to leadership and stakeholders.
  • Identify project risks and lead resolution strategies.
  • Coach and mentor project managers and team members to enhance performance.
  • Participate in strategic planning and operational reviews.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on complex, high-impact projects in the electrical power sector.
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Exposure to senior leadership and direct influence on company strategy.
  • Professional development opportunities through coaching and mentoring.
  • Travel opportunities to engage with clients and support project delivery.
Full Job Description
Summary - Job Responsibilities - Activities:

The Senior Manager, Projects is responsible for leading and overseeing the successful execution of industrial and utility-scale electrical power system programs and complex projects across the organization. This role provides strategic leadership and operational oversight to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery aligned with customer and business goals. The Director will work cross-functionally with internal teams and external stakeholders to drive project excellence, foster continuous improvement, and support long-term organizational success.

Functions:
  • Provide leadership and direction for a portfolio of industrial and utility-scale electrical power systems projects from initiation through completion, ensuring alignment with company strategy.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients and stakeholders, managing expectations, reporting progress, and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Service teams to evaluate customer requirements, develop project specifications, and align resources to meet delivery milestones.
  • Lead the development of integrated project schedules, task assignments, resource plans, risk assessments, and contingency strategies.
  • Oversee budgeting, cost management, and financial reporting for all assigned projects, ensuring profitability and adherence to approved budgets.
  • Drive standardization and continuous improvement across project management practices, tools, and documentation.
  • Lead cross-functional program reviews and regularly report status updates to executive leadership, customers, and internal stakeholders.
  • Identify and escalate project risks, issues, or delays and lead resolution strategies.
  • Coach and mentor project managers and team members, promoting a high-performance, accountable culture.
  • Influence company direction by contributing to strategic planning, operational reviews, and customer engagement initiatives.
  • Travel up to 25% to support customer relationships, project reviews, or onsite coordination as needed.


Education - Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related technical field required; Master's degree or MBA strongly preferred.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in engineering project management.
  • Leadership overseeing complex, cross-functional initiatives preferred.
  • Proven track record of delivering large-scale industrial or utility projects on time and within budget.


Required Skills, Competencies, Authorities and Training Needs:
  • Deep experience with project and program management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
  • Strong financial and business acumen; experience managing multimillion-dollar budgets.
  • Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, including executive-level presentation abilities.
  • Demonstrated success in customer-facing roles with the ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships.
  • Skilled in strategic planning, forecasting, and risk management.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and project management tools such as MS Project, P6, Smartsheet, or equivalent.
  • Engineering or technical background with understanding of industrial and utility systems required.
  • US Citizenship required.

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