A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?  

Location: Carrollton Headquarters

Southwire Job Description

The PM promotes a COZ (Culture of Zero) related to Safety and Quality. This individual works with Commercial and Sales, Operations, Engineering, and Customers to collect vital information to develop strategies, goals, and objectives that will ensure projects are executed achieving the highest levels of Safety and Quality while delivering on time and under budget (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost). 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Management
•    Support and provide input to develop strategies, goals and objectives specific to project execution at each project phase
•    Oversee project activities, functions, and resource use
•    Identify required resources to implement project strategies and achieve project goals
•    Develop and manages project plans and schedules; scopes of work
•    Define project responsibilities and accountabilities for project management and engineering staff
•    Transition project management and injection activities from planning to completion phase
•    Assist the business development team in responding to requests for proposal and bid process
•    Uphold and communicate safety standards
•    Asses site safety and report recommendations to the operations manager
•    Acquire all permits required for the project
•    Manage project flow
•    Accurately close out projects
•    Track status of project from release to close
•    Interact with customer on all aspects of the project
•    Have a basic understanding of the project P&L

 

Project Controls
•    Facilitate invoice payments from clients and to subcontractors
•    Review subcontractor billing
•    Prepare client and subcontractor change orders
•    Monitor, control and report on the financial performance of projects
•    Monitor and proof change issue log

Team Management
•    Coach and develop members of project team
•    Mentor assigned project staff
•    Develop project staffing plans to include labor, subcontractors, etc.
•    Act as steward of company culture; communicate and influence compliance with policies and procedures

Job Specific Knowledge
    Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Visio required
    Proficient with scheduling software: Microsoft Project, Primavera or Suretrak preferred
    Carry out other duties as assigned

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
•    Financial Accumen  
•    Accountability
•    Data Analysis
•    Customer Relationships
•    Decision making
•    Effectiveness/Results Orientation
•    Planning
•    Problem Solving
•    Project management
•    Safety
•    Verbal and Written Communication

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
    Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
    Three-five (3-5) years of experience in project management, engineering, or construction is required
    Experience with working with a General Contractor or Electrical Subcontractor preferred.
    PE, CPM, LEED, PMP professional designations are preferred
 

Competencies Nimble LearningCustomer FocusPlans and AlignsCollaboratesBalances StakeholdersAction Oriented

Benefits We Offer:

401k with Matching Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)  Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays  Long & Short-Term Disability  Supplemental Insurance Plans Employee Assistance Program  Employee Referral Program  Tuition Reimbursement Programs  Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities   Parental Leave  & More 

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.