Associate Project Manager

Associate Project Manager - Houston, Texas
Location: Houston, TX | Schedule: Hybrid Office


About Bray International
Founded in 1986 Bray International is a global leader in industrial valves, actuators, and control products, delivering innovative flow control solutions to customers in more than 40 countries. As a privately held company with nearly four decades of engineered excellence, Bray has built a strong reputation for high-performance products, superior value, and exceptional customer service. Our fully integrated product line serves over 12 diverse industries , meeting the rigorous demands of the process sector with reliability and precision. Driven by a long-standing commitment to excellence, Bray offers the stability of a trusted, privately owned organization that continues to grow through innovation, collaboration, and integrity. Guided by our vision to be the most respected and successful valve, actuator, and controls company in the world, Bray places people-our employees, customers, and partners-at the heart of everything we do. We pursue progress through continuous improvement, a family-like culture, and an entrepreneurial spirit that shapes the future of flow control solutions.

Your Role: Associate Project Manager

We're looking for a detail-oriented, technically savvy Associate Project Manager to join our dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you'll work closely with EPC clients, OEMs, integrated resellers, and sales teams to support technical execution and ensure the successful delivery of complex valve and automation projects.

This is a great opportunity to blend your engineering insight with project management skills to deliver world-class solutions to our customers.

What You'll Do

• Serve as a central point of contact for project-related inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Collect and analyze technical specifications to prepare accurate and compelling proposals.
• Perform valve and actuator sizing and select appropriate ancillary components.
• Provide technical clarifications, define project scopes, and assist in problem-solving throughout the project lifecycle.
• Compile detailed pricing and technical packages for customer review.
• Coordinate with Bray factories, suppliers, and customers to ensure project milestones and deadlines are met.
• Utilize internal systems (CRM, ERP, and quotation tools) to manage project data and documentation.
• Apply project management best practices to ensure quality, timeliness, and customer satisfaction.
• Support customer reviews, submittals, and documentation critical to project success.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Product Management, Sales, and Production.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline, or
• 2-5 years of experience in a technical valve and automation environment.

Core Skills & Competencies

• Solid understanding of valve and automation systems .
• Proficiency in Excel and other key business software platforms.
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Ability to interpret technical specs and develop well-documented solutions.
• Organizational agility and cross-cultural collaboration skills.
• Prioritization skills in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Success in This Role Looks Like:

• On-time, high-quality technical project execution.
• Accurate and efficient valve and automation sizing and selection.
• High levels of customer engagement and satisfaction.
• Consistent, effective use of Bray's tools and platforms.
• Mastery of key industry standards such as ASME, API, ISO , and more.

Sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants who currently hold, or will require in the future, visa sponsorship (e.g., E, F-1/OPT/CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J, or TN) are ineligible.

As a federal subcontractor, Bray International Inc., its affiliates, and subsidiaries comply with the Drug-Free Workplace Act and applicable federal law. Employment is contingent upon a successful background screening and compliance with federal requirements, including drug testing for controlled substances under the federal Controlled Substances Act, which includes marijuana. This requirement applies regardless of state or local marijuana/cannabis laws.

Why Work for Us?

At Bray International, we are the leading provider of industrial valves, actuators, and related control products, renowned for our innovative flow control solutions worldwide. Joining our team means becoming part of a company that values excellence, integrity, and collaboration.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay Plans
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy industry-leading benefits effective the first of the month after you have worked 30 days, including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Paid holidays and vacation
  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions
• Healthy Work Environment: We provide a smoke-free, drug-free workplace to ensure a safe and productive atmosphere for all employees.
• Career Growth: We are committed to your professional development, offering numerous opportunities for advancement within the organization.
• An Exceptional Company Culture: Bray is a Privately-owned and operated business with over 30 Years of Engineered Excellence

Join Bray International and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to shaping the future of flow control solutions!

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