Project Manager

At GrayMatter, we transform operations and empower people. Our technology and consulting services help manufacturers, water utilities and energy companies digitize operations, eliminate cybersecurity threats and harness analytics to accelerate production.

And that’s where you come in.  

GrayMatter is dedicated to creating a team of unmatched talent in industrial technology. Our organizational culture encourages opportunities to learn and collaborate. Five core values woven into our DNA make Team GrayMatter stand above the rest: Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork.

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our team! This position is responsible for all facets of project management for the GrayMatter Services team. The Project Manager serves as the main point of contact on projects for GrayMatter clients. This position is responsible for managing the project budget and schedule, scheduling resources, managing tasks, and ensuring scope adherence during project work. Overall, the Project Manager works diligently to ensure that their assigned projects deliver success for our customers while meeting margin targets.

General Job Duties:

• Responsible for managing the execution of projects in line with project scope. 
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients - manage customer scope expectations
• Management and preparation of project schedules, budgets and change orders
• Allocating available resources to properly complete project work efficiently and effectively Forecasting project financial and resource needs
• Enter and review data in the project management system including budget reviews, cost review, timecards, expenses, etc. 
• Work collaboratively with project technical leads to identify work/task breakdown structure to achieve successful project execution
• The location of this position is Battle Creek, MI on a customers site with infrequent trips to our Michigan office at 2700 Centre Rd. Portage, MI 49024

Knowledge, skills and experience needed:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field is preferred
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in project management 
  • Experience managing automation/control system projects required
  • Strong knowledge with estimating systems and MS Project/GANTT charts
• Experience with industrial automation projects and services required
• Experience with SCADA, Instrumentation, Controls, HMI and PLC projects is required
• Project management skills (PMI training, PMP Certification)
• Excellent customer service attitude, attention to detail, high level of organizational skills, and excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Showcase GrayMatter’s Core Values of Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork
• Ability to multi-task and oversee multiple projects simultaneously

Featured Benefits: 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning day one of employment
• Employer paid short term disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Paid holidays, paid time off, paid sick leave, and paid parental leave
• Additional benefits available such as long term disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, EAP, telemedicine, HSA and FSA