Project Manager - UPS
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Eaton is seeking a Christchurch based Project Manager to lead UPS customer projects within the Data Center space, focusing on delivering on time and on budget while coordinating with supply chain, engineering, sales and finance. The role demands strong stakeholder management, detailed planning, risk mitigation and hands on budgeting, reporting and tender support. Key qualifications include at least 5 years PM delivery experience in electrical projects, preferably Data Centers, a degree in Electrical Engineering or similar, and proficiency with SAP; familiarity with Aconex or Procore is a plus, plus intermediate Excel, MS Project, Visio and SharePoint. What we offer: competitive salary, car allowance, bonus eligibility, on site parking, inclusive culture and robust training. Apply with tailored resume emphasizing UPS, testing, commissioning, and cross functional leadership.
Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the environment for people everywhere. The Power Quality (PQ) division at Eaton Electrical provides power management solutions including uninterruptable power supplies (UPS’s), surge protective devices, power distribution units (PDU’s), remote monitoring, software, power factor correction, airflow management, rack enclosures and services. We strive for continued success in leveraging technical innovation to develop next-generation solutions.
We are looking for a Project Manager based in Christchurch to ensure the successful delivery and execution of UPS customer projects within Data Center. We are looking for someone with exceptional communication skills who can work with a variety of stakeholders in the testing, commissioning and implementation of UPS system.
Key Duties:
- Review project proposals and plan to determine timeframe, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing projects.
- Allocate resources and confer with project, service, operations, engineering, sales & finance staff to outline project schedule and assign duties, responsibilities, and scope.
- Establish and manage the project plan, milestones, and deliverables in consultation with all stakeholders.
- Direct and coordinate activities of project personnel and liaise with customers to ensure projects progress on schedule and within prescribed budget including supply chain, warehouse, engineers, vendors, subcontractors, suppliers, and field service.
- Provide project sales and margin forecast / estimation, manage the project budget and expenses (T&E, timesheet, product, purchase orders).
- Prepare project status reports for management & customer’s and project related month end reporting for finance.
- Identify and assess risk factors utilizing risk measurement tools and identify and implement suitable mitigation strategies.
- Support bidding team for any large project tender by evaluating the cost allowance.
- Ensure all the activities of the project team comply with ethical standards.
Qualifications:
- At least 5 years of experience in project management delivery preferably in the electrical industry and focusing on Data Center.
- Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline.
- Sound technical knowledge of project systems, tools (SAP), and methodologies.
- Familiarly with Aconex, Procore Construction Management software would be an advantage.
- Problem solving and attention to detail is paramount.
- Intermediate level of proficiency in Excel, MS Project, Visio, and SharePoint.
What We Offer:
- On-site parking
- Competitive salary, car allowance, with access to bonus scheme
- Inclusive working environment
- Volunteer days
- Outstanding training and development programs for both professional and personal development
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes encourage diversity by utilising a balanced selection criteria regardless of the applicants age, gender, gender identity, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other status protected or required by law. Eaton prides itself in truly representing the people within our communities.
If this sounds like you, please send through your application. We look forward to hearing from you!