US Secretary of Energy, Jennifer Granholm said, “With what Virginia Transformer is doing, they are at the center of how we’re going to build out the backbone of our clean energy future.”
Virginia Transformer and Georgia Transformer Corp., is “the engineering firm that makes transformers.”
We are the largest US-owned manufacturer of electric transformers in North America and have been helping to secure the reliability and resilience of our country’s electric grid for more than 50 years. We produce power transformers for any conceivable application – GSU, substations, auto-transformers, grounding transformers, drive duty, rectifier, exciter, voltage regulator, and other.
The company is experiencing steady and sustained growth and serves every part of US industry from its six state-of-the-art North American facilities. We are actively looking for individuals who want to be part of a high-growth company and who want to share in the pride we have in ensuring American manufacturing continues to flourish. Without reliable power, manufacturing cannot operate. That is where we – and you – come in. Join us.
Location: Roanoke, VA; This is an onsite role, relocation assistance and competitive salary are offered.
Position: Project Manager
Department: Project Management
Reports to: SVP Plant Operations
Position Overview:
The Project Manager will oversee the successful execution of critical projects across all three U.S. plants. This role requires a highly experienced professional who can effectively coordinate resources, manage timelines, and ensure the on-time and on-budget completion of projects. The Project Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, supply chain, and quality, to ensure seamless project integration across all plants. With a strong focus on coordination, communication, and completion, the ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering complex projects in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and completion of projects across all three U.S. manufacturing plants.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, materials, and quality departments, to ensure project objectives are met.
- Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations.
- Ensure project milestones and deliverables are met on time and within scope, addressing any issues or delays proactively.
- Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement risk mitigation strategies to avoid delays or budget overruns.
- Serve as the main point of contact for all project-related communication, ensuring clear and consistent updates to stakeholders and senior management.
- Collaborate with plant managers and operations teams to ensure smooth integration of project deliverables into ongoing plant operations.
- Ensure compliance with company standards, safety regulations, and industry best practices throughout the project lifecycle.
- Prepare and deliver comprehensive project reports and presentations to senior leadership, highlighting progress, challenges, and solutions.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the project management process, focusing on efficiency and effectiveness.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field; a Master’s degree is a plus.
- PMP (Project Management Professional) certification preferred.
- Minimum of 20 years of experience in project management, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience managing large-scale, complex projects across multiple locations or plants.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage cross-functional teams and build strong relationships with stakeholders.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to address challenges proactively and efficiently.
- Expertise in project management software, resource planning tools, and MS Office applications.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels of the organization.
- Knowledge of Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- On-time project completion
- Budget adherence
- Stakeholder satisfaction
- Risk management and issue resolution
- Continuous improvement in project execution
Compensation:
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
