Project Manager - Commercial Lighting

Irving, Texas -

Finding great people is difficult - but it's what we do best. We form trusted partnerships with our customers and provide excellent opportunities for candidates, guaranteeing satisfaction for both. We aim to treat you as a real person, not just human capital. While our product is our people, we aren't successful if you aren't successful.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU CAN EXPECT TO HAVE THESE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Project Management and Execution
  • Manage the full post-sale lifecycle of commercial lighting projects from purchase order receipt through final billing and closeout
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for customers and manufacturer representative agencies on all post?sale activities
  • Coordinate with manufacturer reps on acknowledgments, lead times, production status, and shipment scheduling
  • Monitor ship schedules and proactively resolve potential delays before they affect project timelines
  • Coordinate material deliveries, staging, and phased release schedules aligned with construction timelines
  • Track manufacturer lead times, backorders, and substitution needs; communicate alternatives to customers
  • Identify, escalate, and resolve warranty claims, damaged shipments, and discrepancies
• Order Processing and Documentation
  • Process and enter orders accurately in ERP and Job Management systems
  • Verify pricing, products, quantities, and terms against awarded quotations
  • Maintain organized, accurate project documentation across all systems
  • Manage project billing to ensure invoicing aligns with shipments and customer PO terms
• Customer and Internal Communication
  • Provide regular project status updates and manage customer expectations throughout the lifecycle
  • Collaborate with quotation specialists to ensure smooth handoffs from bid award to execution
  • Work closely with administrative staff, sales teams, and manufacturer reps to ensure on-time project delivery
  • Serve as a knowledgeable resource on commercial lighting products and project coordination

NOW THAT YOU KNOW WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING, HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO DO IT:

• 3-5 years of project management experience in electrical distribution, commercial lighting, or commercial construction
• Strong understanding of the post-sale project lifecycle, including order entry, procurement, material release, delivery scheduling, and billing
• Working knowledge of commercial lighting products and manufacturers; familiarity with DFW-area rep agencies is a plus
• Ability to read and interpret electrical plans, lighting schedules, and construction specifications
• Experience with ERP systems and Job Management platforms
• Proficiency with Bluebeam and Microsoft Office
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage high-volume, multi-stage projects
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy in order processing, documentation, and billing
• Bachelor's degree in business, technical, or construction-related field preferred (or equivalent experience)

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Initiative and Ownership - Acts quickly on issues and follows through to resolution
• Industry Awareness - Understands commercial lighting bid/award processes and the distributor's role
• Judgment and Problem Solving - Applies sound reasoning to resolve specification, pricing, and customer challenges
• Organization and Prioritization - Manages overlapping deadlines and high project volume without sacrificing accuracy
• Collaboration - Works effectively across sales, project management, and administrative teams
• Attention to Detail - Identifies discrepancies early to prevent costly errors
• Follow-Through - Tracks outstanding items and ensures timely, accurate completion
• Adaptability - Navigates shifting priorities, compressed timelines, and evolving project requirements

WE WORK WITH SOME AMAZING COMPANIES. STILL NOT SURE IF THIS OPPORTUNITY IS RIGHT FOR YOU? HERE ARE A FEW MORE REASONS OUR CUSTOMERS TRUST US:

A quick response to staffing needs.
We get it - time is money. Our customers trust us with part of their people operations to help them staff properly and efficiently.

A full understanding of the requirements for each position.
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