Project Manager (Engineering)

United Staffing Associates is recruiting a Project Manager for our client in the manufacturing space. This position is well suited for a Project Manager with experience working in the manufacturing industry who has a high standard and can see projects from planning to delivery. This role is management and communication heavy; You'll be coordinating schedules, budgets, staffing, and resources while also managing customer and supplier relations. Additionally, you'll ensure projects stay on track by communicating and documenting progress, changes, and all updates with clients, and leadership.

• Review customer requests, contracts, and purchase orders to define project requirements and support accurate quotes while serving as the primary contact, maintain strong relationships and communicate project progress and changes.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets, including staffing, materials, equipment, and other resource needs.
• Work with department managers to assign responsibilities, coordinate resources, and keep projects moving.
• Help teams resolve technical and production issues, identify potential delays or cost increases, and develop solutions.
• Coordinate with suppliers, identify new suppliers as needed, negotiate pricing and terms, and monitor quality and delivery.
• Provide progress reports for management and customers, updating plans as needed.
• Ensure project activities meet applicable quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field and 3+ years of relevant project management experience. Equivalent education, training, and experience will also be considered.
• Understanding technical products, materials, production processes, quality control, purchasing, and cost estimating related to manufacturing.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to read engineering drawings and understand technical requirements and write reports and procedural manuals.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and practical math skills and the ability to apply mathematical concepts to practical situations
• Ability to manage changing priorities and work effectively across departments.
• Proficiency with project management software, manufacturing and inventory systems, and Microsoft Office.

COMPENSATION

$80,000- $110,000/yr

(#6.1105.206 – San Luis Obispo)