Project Manager

Position: Project Manager  )
At IEM, we’re not just building cutting‑edge electrical distribution systems, we’re shaping the future. IEM is dedicated to delivering world‑class solutions for complex power needs. After 75 years, we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, grow, and make a lasting impact on industries that power the world’s most dynamic markets.
Position Summary  The Project Manager is responsible for day‑to‑day execution control across incoming work and active priorities. This role focuses on tactical coordination: gathering requests, tracking actions, following up with owners, and ensuring the execution stays organized.
The Project  The Project Manager acts as a central coordination point between Operations and the Enterprise Engineering Division (END) team to help improve responsiveness and keep work moving. This role requires a high level of collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders.
Supervisory Responsibilities  No direct reports, but will collaborate frequently with department personnel to provide task and schedule instructions.

Key Responsibilities   Administer department‑defined project management systems to execute projects/tasks
Support department KPIs by tracking and reporting data for assigned projects
Develop skills and competencies based on guidance from the Program Manager and other department leaders
Focus on identifying and cultivating continuous improvement opportunities and advocating for resources needed to achieve them
Serve as a main point of contact for incoming requests from Operations and other stakeholders
Capture, organize, clarify, and track day‑to‑day work requests
Maintain trackers, schedules, action logs, and execution dashboards
Run daily/weekly coordination cadences to review priorities, blockers, and due dates
Escalate risks, bottlenecks, and missed commitments early
Help enforce the workflows and tools established by the Department Leadership
Essential Functions   Lead department personnel in the execution of specific projects and serve as the primary contact to liaison between other departments
Provide insights, summaries, and/or flags regarding project status and risk or blockers to the Program Manager and other stakeholders
Collaborate with various personnel and managers to collect information and consolidate into a single source (dashboards, schedules, etc.)
Schedule meetings with discrete agendas, take detailed minutes, and follow up with action items
Other duties as assigned that lead to the optimization of Department procedures
Competencies   Strong ability to triage, plan, execute, and oversee projects, ensuring they are completed on time and conform to company standards
Knowledge of program management tools and techniques to effectively track, manage, and report on project progress
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across teams
Self‑directed, takes initiative, and maintains progress despite obstacles or ambiguity
Capable of managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Aptitude for implementing and supporting process improvement initiatives
Awareness of business and management principles regarding strategic planning, resource and coordination of people and resources
Highly organized and able to impose order on systems and related personnel
Able to assess situations and independently propose steps toward a solution

Education and Experience  Strong preference for 4 years post‑secondary education, preferably in STEM or Business Administration. Minimum 3 years of experience in administrative or project management or related field, preferably within an engineering or manufacturing setting. PMP (Project Management Professional) or similar certification achieved or in process.
Benefits  We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees’ well‑being, growth, and long‑term success.

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