Central Regional Project Manager

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Central Regional Project Manager. The expected annual salary range for this role is $97,000 – $143,000 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. What You’ll Do Eaton’s Electrical Engineering Services & Systems (EESS) division is seeking a Regional Project Manager who will be responsible for directing the execution of preventive maintenance, retrofit, startup and commissioning projects. These projects will be completed in conjunction with our District Operations Centers (DOC’s), with the Project Manager overseeing planning, execution, monitoring, control, and job closure activities. In This Position You Will Oversee tasks such as scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, and risk management to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget and to the required quality standards. Receive job handoffs and complete initial technical, scope of work, and scheduling requirement reviews. Utilize necessary project management tools, software, and other resources to maintain adherence to key milestones and deliverables on site. Own coordination of project meetings (internal and external) and formal communication plans to key project stakeholders. Determine mechanisms required for successful job closeout (punch lists, issue resolution, internal warranty, transition to owner or other entity). Serve as primary point of contact throughout duration of the project. Collaborate with DOC team to communicate any safety program initiatives, concerns, or oversights to customers, contractors, and subcontractor stakeholders. Provide financial oversight through cost control, warranty, change order management, and risk mitigation. Work closely with commercial operations teams, including North American Sales (NAS) Project Management Organization, sales engineers, and EESS Technical Application Support (TAS) organization to reconcile client expectations with order commitments, change orders, and timelines. Join forces with local Service Sales Specialist, DOC Manager and Regional Director (if supporting across DOCs) to review pipeline and identify orders that will require project management – may require in person presence at local offices within region. Assist Construction Management activities as needed, including coordination of field service resources, schedules, and communication to key stakeholders to support successful project execution. Provide onsite support at active construction locations on an occasional basis, performing field inspections, progress reviews, and issue resolution. Travel within the United States as required to support electrical construction-related activities, project meetings, and site visits. Act as a backup or supplemental resource to the Construction Manager, ensuring continuity of operations during peak workload periods or absences. Collaborate closely with Construction Managers and field teams to align project scope, schedule, and financials. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. Minimum 5 years of experience leading and/or managing electrical, construction, or industrial projects; or 5 years’ experience in services, sales, or manufacturing of electrical distribution products. Minimum of 3 years technical experience in electrical installation, design, services, or construction. Possess and maintain a valid and unrestricted driver’s license. Must reside within a 50 mile radius of the location listed in the job description. Preferred Qualifications PMP or Commissioning Agent Certification. 7-10 years of electrical field services experience. 5+ years managing electrical construction or commissioning projects as project manager or construction manager. Proficiency in project management and construction industry software packages. OSHA 10- or 30-hour general industry or construction certification. Position Criteria Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to provide daily updates to parties involved, keeping them well-informed and synchronized. Able to work effectively in a distributed workforce and at customer job sites. Broad understanding of project management methodologies. Strong analytical, computer, and organizational skills. Basic understanding of product applications and customer needs. Must be able to lead and manage upwards and downwards; manages pressures well. Able to influence without authority and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. Submit to periodic customer-required background and drug screenings. Technical skills required to understand legal documents and technical drawings. Analytical skills to identify cost-effective and timely solutions. Must be able to travel to project sites at various locations within the United States. Must be willing to work nights and/or weekends to align with onsite project activities. Job / Project Scope and Working Conditions Travel requirements: approximately 50%; preference for staffing within home region. No relocation benefit. Only candidates that reside within 50 miles of the local DOC will be considered. Hybrid work is an option, with an expectation of minimum three days in the office each week. Lominger Competencies Gets results through self and others. Thinks and acts strategically building customer relationships. Builds organizational capability through enhancing partnerships and taking initiative. Enables digital mindset to drive efficiency, speed, and effectiveness through data and information. Skill Development Strategy / Planning Cross-Functional / Business Interaction Project & Program Management Operations Commercial / Sales Acumen Benefits Health and welfare benefits. Retirement benefits. Paid and unpaid time off. Equal Employment Opportunity We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Eaton believes in second chance employment. 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