Project Manager

S&C Electric Company

. Lead end-to-end project management activities for new product development initiatives .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $116,534 - $154,413 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading end-to-end project management for hardware and software development, utilizing Lean Project Management methodologies and advanced project management tools. Capable of managing complex projects, defining success metrics, and ensuring stakeholder accountability while fostering effective communication and collaboration.

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Project Management Professional (PMP)Lean Project ManagementMicrosoft Project ProfessionalAgile Project ManagementBudget Management

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementProduct DevelopmentWork Breakdown StructureRisk ManagementFinancial JustificationProject PlanningChange ManagementData AnalysisTechnical Discussion LeadershipCustomer Impact Analysis

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsCritical ThinkingCustomer Service Orientation

Tools & Technologies

JiraConfluencePlanviewMicrosoft Project Professional

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)Master's Degree in Project Management

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentElectrical Power IndustryMedium-Voltage EquipmentHigh-Voltage EquipmentProduct Requirement Identification

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end project management activities for new product development initiatives
Develop hardware/software products and associated manufacturing processes throughout all project life-cycle phases
Act as a project management subject matter expert and advise on best practices
Facilitate product requirement identification events and translate market needs into product requirements and project scope
Oversee pre-project preparation, including analysis, design, budget, communications, and resource capability assessment
Facilitate project planning events, create Work Breakdown Structures, develop schedules, and drive critical-path activities
Identify knowledge gaps and develop rapid learning-cycle programs
Define budgets, develop financial justifications, and forecast project costs
Create and maintain project plans and project documentation
Assemble multidisciplinary project teams and assign responsibilities
Lead project meetings, maintain trackers, and ensure follow-up and accountability
Tailor predictive and adaptive project management approaches
Facilitate risk identification and management sessions and develop mitigation and contingency plans
Manage project information flow and decision points among stakeholders and partners
Apply Lean Project Management and Product Development methodologies
Hold project teams, contractors, and stakeholders accountable
Mentor project team members
Define success metrics and track project status, budget, and delivery
Lead projects through initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and controlling, and closure
Measure project outcomes and analyze customer impact
Deliver status updates and reports to customers, project teams, leaders, and third parties
Evaluate project success and gather stakeholder feedback
Comply with company policies and rules
Maintain regular and punctual attendance and attend required meetings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Technology, Engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience
Project Management Professional (PMP)
4+ years of Project Management experience related to hardware and software development in a manufacturing environment
Advanced understanding of products and sound understanding of Engineering principles; able to lead technical discussions
Demonstrated experience applying project management principles to manage a large portfolio of complex projects to successful delivery
Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project Professional
Ability to support mission-critical change management activities
Ability to create detailed project plans, define scope, establish timelines/milestones, and manage project finances and budgets
Excellent customer service orientation
Sound time management and organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, and facilitation skills
Business acumen, critical thinking, analytical skills, and ability to analyze data
Financial acumen and numerical ability to manage project budgets and finances
Ability to navigate ambiguity, lead project teams through change, and build change management into project plans
Agile project management approach
Preferred: Master's degree in Project Management (required if no PMP)
Preferred: Experience in the electrical power industry, including medium- and high-voltage equipment and installation processes
Preferred: Experience in Lean Project Management and Product Development implementation and transformation
Preferred: Experience with Jira, Confluence, Planview, or similar project management systems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual incentive plan (AIP), subject to eligibility criteria
Medical and prescription coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Group Life Insurance
Optional Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
Wellbeing Resources, including Employee Assistance Program and Family Forming Benefits (Adoption and Fertility support)
Vacation Time
Sick Time
Paid Holidays and Company Shutdown days
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Other Leaves
Paid Parental Time
Military Leave
401(k) Retirement Savings
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (KSOP), including traditional and Roth 401(k) options and ESOP component
Annual ESOP company contributions of over 11% of eligible earnings
Employee-owned company
Talent-development programs