Senior Program Manager – Electrical Systems Delivery
Location: Marietta, OH (Onsite)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Compensation: Starts at $120,000/year (higher based on experience)
Position Summary
We are seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead the execution of large, technically complex programs involving engineered electrical and power distribution systems. This role is responsible for managing projects from post-award transition through manufacturing, testing, shipment, and final customer acceptance.
Based at a manufacturing facility, this position partners closely with engineering, production, quality, logistics, and supply chain teams to ensure successful and timely project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
End-to-End Program Execution
- Oversee assigned programs from contract handoff through final delivery and acceptance
- Manage overall project execution, including scope, timelines, and coordination across teams
- Lead internal kickoff meetings to align stakeholders on project objectives
- Develop and maintain detailed schedules, milestones, and deliverables
- Identify potential risks early and implement mitigation strategies
Contract & Scope Oversight
- Review customer contracts, purchase orders, and technical specifications for completeness
- Support scope clarification and manage change orders throughout the project lifecycle
- Ensure alignment between contractual commitments, engineering outputs, and production deliverables
- Assist with billing milestones, required documentation, and acceptance criteria
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Serve as the central point of coordination across engineering, manufacturing, quality, logistics, and commercial teams
- Maintain visibility across all phases of the project lifecycle
- Ensure configuration changes are tracked and communicated effectively
- Escalate issues as needed while maintaining project momentum
Client & Stakeholder Communication
- Lead regular project update meetings with customers and external partners
- Provide clear communication on schedules, production progress, testing, and delivery timelines
- Manage customer expectations and maintain strong working relationships
- Represent the organization in key project reviews and discussions
Required Qualifications
7+ years of experience in project or program management within manufacturing, electrical systems, or infrastructure-related industries
Demonstrated success managing complex, multi-phase, cross-functional projects
Strong understanding of manufacturing-based project execution
Experience working directly with customers, contractors, or EPC organizations
Ability to interpret contracts, schedules, and technical documentation
Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
Comfortable working onsite and collaborating closely with plant operations teams
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with modular or integrated electrical systems
Exposure to data center, mission-critical, or infrastructure-related projects
Familiarity with ERP systems or project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet or similar)
Knowledge of Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and logistics coordination for large equipment
Why Consider This Opportunity
This role offers the chance to lead high-visibility, technically advanced programs within a manufacturing environment. You’ll work across engineering and operations teams to deliver complete electrical system solutions from contract award through final customer acceptance.
