Operations Project Manager

The Deamer Group is proud to partner with Power and Data Management! PDM is one of the fastest growing manufacturers in the electrical power industry. PDM delivers mission-critical, utility-grade products across industry sectors powering the modern world including HV/MV/LV transformers, circuit breakers, gas-insulated switchgear, and other transmission-grade equipment to a global portfolio of customers. PDM's essential solutions support the backbone of data centers, AI hyper-scalers, utilities, infrastructure, power generation, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, and the oil & gas infrastructure. With explosive growth in AI and demand for power, this is a career-defining opportunity to contribute to a growing global market with long-term momentum.

Position Overview

We are hiring an Operations Project Manager to bridge the gap between customers, commissioning teams, design engineers, factory operations, and field service partners. As the Operations Project Manager, you will support the sales team facilitate customer solutions and lead the execution of complex electrical distribution projects for data centers, hyper-scalers, oil & gas, clean power, and other industrial clients.

This is a customer-facing operations role where you will execute timelines, track and communicate progress using project management methodologies, identify and mitigate risks, coordinate startup and after-sales services, manage project budgets, and maintain project stakeholder alignment throughout the equipment lifecycle. Ideal for someone who is process driven and thrives on clarity, communication, and fast-moving infrastructure environments.

Key Responsibilities
• Act as the primary liaison between customer stakeholders, internal PDM stakeholders, factory teams, logistics teams, and field service partners.
• Track project schedules, KPIs, changes, risks, budgets, and approval timelines.
• Lead project kickoff and stakeholder governance meetings.
• Manage the execution of technical efforts in the field.
• Provide technical support for internal teams, service partners, and customer technical inquiries in collaboration with the factory and engineering teams.
• Support technical design reviews and submittal packages, transportation logistics, service and spare parts proposals, field documentation, and equipment lifecycle management in collaboration with the factory and engineering teams.
• Support sales activities to validate customer solutions and generate business growth through operational excellence.
• Travel to domestic and international manufacturing and customer sites as needed for project coordination and quality assurance.
• Promote workplace safety and employee wellbeing.

What You Offer

• Project management experience, electrical/industrial/field service environments preferred
• Ability to read electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, schedules, and technical submittals
• Familiarity with Bluebeam, Smartsheet, Microsoft 365, MS Dynamics, ERP, CRM, and/or equivalent project tracking tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; bilingual (Mandarin) is a plus
• Detail-oriented self-starter with the ability to lead, take initiative, assess risks, problem solve, manage process, and strive for continuous improvement
• Willingness to periodically work outside of standard work hours for global coordination efforts
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally (up to 25%)

Why Join Us

• Competitive base salary + performance bonus
• Full benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, parental leave)
• Be a key player in high-growth sectors, like data center infrastructure and energy transition
• Work within a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with strong cross-functional support
• Shape the go-to-market strategy in your vertical and make an industry-wide impact

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience
• Ability to work independently and remotely
• Bachelor degree in Engineering (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Industrial, etc.), Construction Management, Business, or related field is preferred; MBA is a plus
• Experience working in HV/MV electrical, industrial power equipment, or related industries is preferred
• Experience working with international teams is preferred
• Experience working with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Kaizen, Lean, Six Sigma, etc.) is preferred
• Bilingual (Mandarin) written and verbal abilities are a plus

Benefits found in job post

• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO
• Parental leave

We review every resume that is received. Unfortunately, we are unable to respond to every candidate. It usually takes one to two weeks for us to review your application. All applications will remain on file for consideration for future opportunities. Thank you in advance for your application!

The Deamer Group is an equal opportunity employer with a goal of recruiting a diverse workforce to meet the hiring needs of our clients.