Director of Project Management Job at American Wire Group, Evanston, IL

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  • American Wire Group
  • Evanston, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $85,000-$95000 + Quarterly Bonuses

American Wire Group (AWG) is the leading material supplier and manufacturer of wire and cable, hardware, power equipment, and accessory solutions. We have earned our reputation by offering exceptional customer service, delivering products of the highest quality, and ensuring timely deliveries.

We maintain the largest extensive inventory of wire and cable products utilized in the power transmission & distribution, substation, solar, wind, battery energy storage (BESS), and electric vehicle (EV) hydrogen-powered vehicle infrastructure markets across the country. AWG offers comprehensive services to our customers around the world, including cable management, cable engineering and design, supply chain management, emergency services, and more.

The Director of Project Management Power Equipment will be responsible for overseeing and managing the full project lifecycle of power equipment Projects. This role will focus on project execution, milestone tracking, financial milestone tracking, logistics coordination, risk mitigation, supplier & customer communication. The director will also implement best practices for project tracking, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in managing orders.


This is a high-visibility role within AWGs expanding power equipment division, requiring strong vendor management, logistics, and project coordination expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Execution & Coordination Manage active power equipment projects, ensuring on-time delivery and smooth execution.

Act as the primary liaison between vendors, customers, and internal teams, ensuring alignment on project milestones.
Oversee procurement and purchase orders related to transformers, switchgear, and key power equipment.
Ensure all project activities are executed in compliance with contract terms, technical requirements, and customer expectations.
Monitor supply chain risks and address issues proactively, ensuring business continuity.


Vendor & Customer Engagement
Maintain strong vendor relationships, optimizing supply chain efficiency and negotiating terms when needed.
Work closely with sales) and engineering teams to ensure smooth transitions from sales to execution.
Serve as the point of contact for customer project status updates, managing expectations and resolving concerns.


Financial & Risk Management
Monitor project budgets, payment terms, and milestone-based invoicing for large equipment orders.
Mitigate risks associated with long lead times, logistics, and procurement challenges.
Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or delivery commitments.

Process Optimization & Growth Strategy
Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for project execution, improving internal workflows.
Implement project tracking tools to enhance visibility into orders, deliveries, and key milestones.
Identify opportunities for vendor and product expansion, supporting the business in growing its power equipment offerings.


Leadership & Team Development
Provide training and mentorship to project managers and coordinators.
Foster cross-functional collaboration between Sales, Logistics, and Procurement teams.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in project management, procurement, or supply chain management in the power equipment industry.
  • Strong knowledge of power equipment and procurement is preferred but not required.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, sales, and operations teams.
  • Experience negotiating with vendors and ensuring contract compliance.
  • Strong knowledge Project Management Software (ex: smart sheets)


Benefits

AWG provides competitive salaries and quarterly bonus programs. AWG offers eligible employees a full menu of benefits, including 401(k) (matched), health, dental, vision, life insurance, pre- and post-tax savings options, and paid time off. While working, the AWG team enjoys a safe, secure workspace that focuses on achieving maximum productivity. The company rewards those who show diligence and initiative about completing their tasks and welcomes innovative solutions and suggestions from the team.

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