Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

Job Summary

KEW is looking for an E&I Project Manager to plan and direct project activities from concept to completion, interfacing with clients and providing management oversight.

Pay: $115k+DOE

• Responsible for multiple projects that include electrical, instrumentation, fire system and automation system installation and commissioning.
• Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications.
• Contribute to a multifunctional project team responsible for development of the Project Plan and Implementation Strategy.
• Lead a team through a planned project to completion while meeting both cost and schedule targets.
• Direct the work effort of internal staff, suppliers, and customers.
• High-level decision-making responsibility with impact to include the project team, company, suppliers, and external customers as well as warranty, patents, products or processes, technology, costs, sales and customer perceptions.
• Project scheduling, resource allocations and budgeting including a thorough review of the qualifications and availability of corporate and employee resources to ensure that the right people are assigned to a project for the right length of time.
• Review contracts, new or revised scope of work, and other customer requests for program and budget impact.
• Experience with quality management/quality control systems and processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager.

• Working knowledge of industry standards for product delivery.
• Understanding of PM concepts and applications including project scheduling, resource allocations and planning and budget analysis.
• Experience with construction management, project controls and subcontractor coordination.
• Experience working with programmable control systems is a plus.
• Demonstrated Technical Leadership Skills.
• Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; must be able to work independently and interact effectively with all levels of the organization.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or 10+ years work experience required in Electrical, Instrumentation, and/or Automation field.
• 5+ years work experience in a Project Management type role.
• 3+ years experience with PLCs and SCADA systems.
• PMP certification is preferred.
• Experience working with programmable control systems is a plus.
• Journeyman Electrician certification is a plus.
• NICET certification is a plus.
• Ability to pass a background check, SSN verification, and drug test.

• Health Insurance:
  Comprehensive medical through the Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) plan offering 15+ plans, with separate dental plans, and VSP vision coverage.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.
• Paid Time Off:
  Generous vacation, personal days, and holiday pay.
• Leave Policies:
  Paid parental leave, bereavement leave, military leave.
• Life Insurance:
  Employer-paid life and accident insurance.
• Disability Insurance:
  Employer-paid Short-Term Disability, and Employee-paid Long-Term Disability.
• Professional Development & Education Assistance:
  Opportunities for continuing education, training and career growth.
• Flexible Spending Accounts:
  Options for dependent care.
• Employee Assistance Program:
  Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Additional Perks:
  Quarterly bonuses, performance bonuses, referral bonus program, business travel insurance, and work gear program.

This position is generally located in Wasilla, AK. Occasional travel may be required.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The incumbent is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The workload may require the incumbent to sit for extended periods of time, review information on a computer screen and be able to withstand repetitive motion (up to 10 hours a day with lunch and breaks).

The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must have manual dexterity to operate computer keyboard and standard office equipment and ability to work in excess of a 40-hour week if necessary.

This position is primarily indoors, consistent with a standard office position and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Shareholder preference applies in accordance with Public Law 88-352.