PROJECT OPERATIONS MANAGER

Project Operations ManagerCarter Machinery Company, the authorized Caterpillar dealer serving Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Washington D.C. is hiring a Project Operations Manager in Richmond, Virginia for our Engineering Services division. The Project Operations Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of sales projects and the Project Management team, including coordinating and managing workload of the Project Management team, start-ups and other related services to maximize project and team efficiency, leveraging data and metrics related to sales and forecasting of deliveries while promoting the highest level of customer satisfaction. Seeking candidates with a minimum of five years' experience in project management operations or equivalent. Experience with large project management capabilities with some assistance or supervision. Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering preferred or equivalent industry experience.Requirement for the Project Operations Manager position include:Thorough knowledge of project management operations, including managing Project Management team, coordinating workloads and start ups.Strong leadership skills and commitment to teamwork.Must have functional understanding of the products represented including design features, proper applications, specifications, etc.Must have strong knowledge of BAS/BMS communication, protective relaying, breaker design and functionality, coordination and arc flash studies, Modbus/Ethernet communication, medium voltage generation, electrical harmonics, generator paralleling, paralleling with utility, diesel engine operating requirements/room design, fuel and cooling systems, emissions regulations and testing and applicable electrical and regulatory codes.Must be able to negotiate pricing and deliveries.Must be able to work with sales engineers on projects across the entire sales territory.Must have ability to provide training, assistance and direction to team members.Must possess ability to troubleshoot high-level technical issuesFrequent travel is required – overnight or out town via car or airplane.Must be able to handle large volumes of work in a fast-paced environment.Promote a positive customer experience.Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way.Physical requirements must be met for the Project Operations Manager job, including regularly being required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. Employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Additional duties may be assigned. Competitive Compensation and Benefits:Health, dental and vision insurance.Paid time off.401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%.Life and disability insurance.In-house training instructors/programs.Tuition reimbursement.Employee referral bonus program.Discounts: cellular phone service, computers, tooling, cars and trucks.Carter Machinery Co., Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law – are encouraged to apply. Carter Machinery is a drug-free workplace.