Project Manager

JOB SUMMARY:

The Project Manager is responsible for the full lifecycle management of large scale/complex crane and rigging projects, from initial customer engagement through to project closeout.  This role should be operated with a high level of autonomy and is expected to independently manage multiple projects, develop and maintain customer relationships, and ensure successful project delivery aligned with company standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• • Lead and manage complex/large scale projects from initial inquiry through completion with minimal oversight.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for customers and field teams on projects.
  • Work with the internal team to provide and maintain required crane documentation for Customers.
  • Ensure timely completion of quotes with detailed organization of bid documents and attachments.
  • Ensure all job site information, rigging requirements, setup details are noted on the job from Field Estimators.  Attach files to job and lift plans when applicable.
  • Understand in-depth scope of work and complete RFQ/RFP documents for submittals.
  • Maintain customer relationships with site visits, office visits, and customer outreach.
  • Establish and maintain working relationships with field sales reps and customer contacts.
  • Assist in mentor/training and developing Project Specialists and Assistant Project Managers.
  • Track job status, schedule, and changes and update internally.
  • Collaborate with Dispatch and Invoicing department to ensure correct quantities are billed.
  • Proactively track customer PO amounts and attach contract documents to jobs.
  • Review job specific company purchase orders and work with Controller to complete Pay Applications as required.
  • Track project costs, revenue and profitability
  • Lead project meetings and provide regular status updates.
  • Promote and support company safety initiatives.
  • Occasional site visits or travel as required (typically less than 15%)
  • Other duties as assigned by management.
    

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:.

• • Bachelor’s degree or 4-7+ years of equivalent work experience in Construction, Crane Rental, Heavy Equipment, or related industries preferred.

• • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proven ability to independently manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
  • Construction or equipment rental and leasing experience strongly preferred.
  • High Level of detail, organization, and problem-solving ability.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to operate with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrated experience in customer relationship management, client-facing experience preferred.
  • Experience in a diverse work environment; ability to connect with key decision makers as well as field operation contacts.
  • Proficient in using MS Office Suite.
  • Excellent attention to detail with high level of accuracy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand, walk, stoop or crouch.
  • Work environment is well light, air conditioned/heated office environment.
  • Primarily office-based with occasional jobsite interaction.
    

GENERAL DUTIES and EXPECTATIONS:

• Adhere to Company Code of Conduct/Ethics and Core Values.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage time effectively in daily & weekly work schedules to meet deadlines and commitments.
• Contribute to the professional culture within the office and company overall.
• Ensure security of information in all matters pertaining to company, client, and customer information.
• Support the efforts of senior management and sales staff by maintaining a business network of contacts and clients.
• 40-hours work week in pursuit of company objectives.
  

To learn more about Wilkerson Crane Rental, Inc., please visit:

Website:              www.WilkersonCraneRental.com 

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LinkedIn:              https://www.linkedin.com/company/wilkersoncranerental/