Project Manager / Estimator
Join SEG Sparkstone - Engineering the future of Power Distribution & Control Through Agile Engineering
At SEG Sparkstone, we're more than a manufacturing company — we are a leading innovator in power distribution and control solutions. Founded as Chicago Switchboard in 1936, today we have manufacturing locations in Addison Illinois, Armada Detroit, Houston Texas and Loveland Colorado.
We design and deliver custom-engineered low and medium voltage electrical products and controls that power industries, facilities, and infrastructure across the United States. SEG Sparkstone is a trusted leader in the industry that is recognized for our agility and progressiveness that allows you to have a direct impact on our future.
If you are passionate about making a difference in a fast-paced environment and value agility, collaboration, customer focus, and integrity, we would love to hear from you
POSITION SUMMARY :
We are seeking a results-driven Project Manager & Estimator to lead and coordinate on-site activities for the installation, upgrade, and repair of industrial equipment, primarily in the food and beverage industries at various customer or company facilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial mechanical and electrical systems, and a proven track record of managing crews, timelines, and budgets in a manufacturing or packaging environment.
POSITION LOCATION : Colorado Front Range
50% on project sites / 50% from Loveland CO Factory or in local Denver area
Travel outside of Colorado : 10% - 20%
In This Role You Will :
- Plan, schedule, and oversee day-to-day activities with the assistance of onsite supervisors of mechanical and electrical crews performing mechanical and electrical installation of industrial equipment, primarily in the food and beverage industries.
- Schedule manpower for current and future forecasted projects to ensure proper labor needs are met.
- Estimate electrical and mechanical installations for specific projects and change orders, including labor, material and equipment.Ability to identify changes in scope requiring change orders.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget, while meeting all quality and safety standards.
- Lead the preparation and delivery of financial reviews to monitor and report on project margin performance throughout the project lifecycle.
- Coordinate with procurement and customer stakeholders to align project scope and resources.
- Supervise contractors and internal team members, ensuring clear roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations.
- Troubleshoot technical issues and provide hands-on support as needed to keep the project on track.
- Conduct regular site visits, monitor progress, and generate status reports for leadership and clients.
- Maintain strong relationships with customer contacts at each site
- Maintain compliance with all applicable safety, regulatory, and environmental requirements.
- Drive continuous improvement and share lessons learned across sites and teams.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS :
Master / Journeyman Electrician License holder5+ years of project management experience in industrial or manufacturing settings, preferably in food & beverage or packaging equipment.Strong technical knowledge of NEC code, canning / bottling lines, conveyors, packaging machinery, and electrical power and controls.Experience supervising union and non-union crews in field service or plant environments.Working knowledge of mechanical systems, PLCs, motor controls, and instrumentation.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.Ability to read mechanical / electrical schematics and construction drawings.Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.Experience with ERP / MRP systems for procurement and inventory management.Proficient in MS Project or similar scheduling tools, and standard office software.PMP certification is a plus.Out-of-state travel is up to 25% of working time. Onsite time is expected to be up to 50% of the time. In office setting up to 25% of time.