Head of Project Management

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our Summerville, SC location.

As a Project Manager, you will play a key role within CW-SAS supporting customer deliverables. Responsible for the performance of mid-sized projects or a definite portion of a larger program. You will develop and control schedule and budget on assigned projects, as well as being designated as the point of contact for customer communications, meetings and questions. This position requires interaction with engineering, manufacturing, project management office, planning, quality assurance, contacts and finance to address all project actions.

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Please note that the hourly range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in SC. Ensure projects meet delivery and financial requirement

Participates in the order capture process by providing proposals and master schedule input

Facilitate numerous meetings with clients and company personnel during the order execution process

Monitor and maintain the master project schedule, initiating and facilitating corrective action to maintain delivery and cost objectives

Act as company focal point for all communications, questions and issues requiring action on assigned projects

Drives project review and shipment meetings with company management

Elevate barriers to successful project execution as necessary

Operates with a high level of expertise to plan, facilitate and coordinate the order execution process for engineering studies Revamp projects, and/or production of new equipment, to ensure that client orders are accomplished within the prescribed time frame and budget parameters

Must possess negotiation skills and commercial experience for management of contract scope changes directly with clients

Must possess influence skills to deal effectively with D-R matrix reporting structure

Creates a method of change management including ownership of a documentation library, communication plans, process training etc.

Due to DoD requirements, candidates must be US citizens

Must be able to obtain and maintain DoD Security clearances and approvals

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business. 7-10 years of experience in similar project management role, directly responsible for equipment/hardware production and delivery.

Must possess comprehensive knowledge of project management concepts, practices and procedures, and schedule management tools (i.e. MS Project or equivalent)

Proficient in application of computerized systems, including standard business applications (i.e. MS Word and Excel required, MS Access beneficial)

PMP certification is an asset

Strong analytical and financial skills

Familiarity with Earned Value Management Systems and Risk Management

In-depth knowledge of process analysis, standardization, continuous improvement, lean, six sigma and operational excellence program.

Prior experience with Defense contracts is an asset

Travel:
5% - 15% per year dependent upon projects assigned

Environmental, Social and Governance

With a long track record of reliable, technologically superior designs and global resources, Steam & Air Solutions (SAS) is the logical choice to meet the Navy’s current and future turbine-drive and shipboard compression requirements. SAS’s equipment is used on hundreds of U.Navy ships to provide power and compression for propulsion, power generation, pump drives, ship service air,oxygen / nitrogen(O2N2) feed air, generator drives, and deballasting.

To learn more, please visit us at Curtiss-Wright EMS - SAS (cw-ems.In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

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