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Company: Flow Control Group
About Us:
Flow Control Group (FCG) is a leading provider of fluid handling, process, and industrial automation solutions across North America. We are a 100% employee-owned organization made up of over 2,000 team members and 95+ entrepreneurial brands-each empowered to think big, move fast, and bring innovative ideas to life. Our ownership mindset fuels a culture of pride, accountability, and exceptional customer service.
At FCG, we believe in the power of partnership and entrepreneurship. We work collaboratively across our brands to drive growth, unlock new opportunities, and deliver real impact for our customers. This unique model allows us to combine local expertise with national strength, creating a dynamic environment where creativity meets practicality.
Visit our website: https://flowcontrolgroup.com/
Flow Control Group (FCG) is a leading solutions provider focused on technically oriented products and services for the flow control, fluid handling, and process and industrial automation sectors with 170 locations throughout North America. FCG's distribution and technical expertise serve an essential function in the movement of mission-critical components to a diverse array of end markets by utilizing a unique model with over 100 distribution (brand) companies, 3,000+ suppliers and 75,000 customers, and with over 3000 employees across North America and Puerto Rico.
FCG has completed more than 85 acquisitions since 2015 and today represents one of the largest and fastest-growing organizations in the industrial distribution and service provider space. FCG provides a unique atmosphere facilitating high-level collaborations by connecting like-minded professionals through our technology and operating group networks.
Lastly, FCG's equity partner, KKR, a leading global investment firm, is focused on employee engagement as a key driver in building stronger businesses. The cornerstone of their business model has been to allow all employees to take part in the benefits of ownership by granting them the opportunity to participate in the equity return alongside KKR. Beyond sharing ownership, KKR also supports employee engagement by investing in training across multiple functional areas and by partnering with the workforce to give back to the community.
Position Overview
Flow Control Group is seeking a highly skilled and collaborative Project Manager / Engineer to join our team. This unique role requires a dynamic professional who possesses a comprehensive understanding of all brands and technology groups owned by Flow Control Group.
As a Project Manager / Engineer, you will serve as a vital technical and organizational bridge across the FCG ecosystem. You will work closely with leadership across our distinct brands to streamline engineering solutions, ensure project alignment, and drive growth. On a daily basis, you will collaborate with Senior Estimators, Inside Sales Representatives, and Strategic Account Managers to take complex technical projects from initial estimation through execution and delivery.
Key Responsibilities

• Brand & Technology Integration: Maintain an in-depth, comprehensive knowledge of all FCG brands, products, and technology groups. Identify cross-brand opportunities to create comprehensive flow control solutions for customers.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner daily with Inside Sales Representatives, Senior Estimators, and Strategic Account Managers to evaluate project scopes, review engineering specifications, and ensure technical alignment on high-value accounts.
• Project Execution & Management: Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of complex engineering projects, ensuring they are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest technical and quality standards.
• Cost Control & Change Orders: Manage project financials, enforce cost controls, and protect gross margins. Identify and capture out-of-scope requests early, executing change orders and ensuring all budget modifications are fully documented, approved, and integrated into the billing process.
• Leadership Stakeholder Management: Work closely with brand leadership to align project strategies with broader corporate initiatives, managing communication across multiple internal organizational structures.
• Technical Consultation: Serve as a subject matter expert on flow control technologies (valves, automation, pumps, instrumentation), providing technical support during the bidding and proposal phase.
• Risk & Quality Management: Review technical drawings, data sheets, and project documentation to mitigate risk, ensure compliance with industry standards, and maintain the integrity of delivered solutions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in the industrial flow control, fluid handling, valve automation, or instrumentation industry is strictly required.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Project Management, or a related technical field (or equivalent specialized industry experience).
• Technical Expertise: Strong working knowledge of various flow control technologies, equipment, and industry applications. Familiarity with the specific product lines and markets served by Flow Control Group brands is highly preferred.
• Collaboration & Communication: Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to build relationships and work effectively with executive leadership, sales teams, estimators, and external clients.
• Project Management Skills: Highly organized with a demonstrated track record of managing multiple technical projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. PMP certification is a plus.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and engineering problem-solving capabilities, with a keen eye for detail in technical specifications and commercial estimations.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, etc.).
• Opportunities for career advancement within a rapidly growing, industry-leading organization.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment with exposure to a wide variety of engineering technologies and market sectors.

Flow Control Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Embody the FCG Core Values
Entrepreneurship - We are driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and an ownership mindset, inspiring us to take responsibility for outcomes and being empowered to make the decisions that will lead to those outcomes. We believe in the power of people with amazing ideas, tireless energy, unstoppable drive, unrelenting grit and a desire to improve our world.
Integrity - We have the confidence to take on the hardest problems, yet we are rooted in a genuine sense of humility. We endeavor to earn trust every day by being honest in our dealings and acting with integrity regardless of how hard the challenge. We speak with candor and always strive to be better tomorrow.
Respect - We nurture and celebrate a culture that embraces diverse points of views, backgrounds and experiences. We know that a workplace which cultivates a sense of inclusion and respect will develop the most talented and capable employees.
Partnership - We aspire to be connected for life with our customers and suppliers, and we embrace the responsibility that comes with that. We know they lean on us for essential, vital and mission-critical solutions. We pride ourselves on continuous value-creation for our partners.
Success - While we are many companies, we are one team. We work together to drive results and achieve greatness. We encourage calculated risk-taking and the courage to overcome challenges that others shy away from.
Innovation - We create opportunities and solve problems with innovative engineered solutions and services. We believe in continuously learning and exploring the unknown to find solutions. We encourage thinking that challenges constraints and promotes resourcefulness.
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Why Build a Career with Us?
Everyone's an Owner of the Company: Because every team member contributes to Flow Control Group's success, everyone has the benefits of ownership! Flow Control Group has a broad-based employee ownership program extended to every employee within our portfolio companies.
Competitive Benefits: Enjoy an attractive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental and Vision insurance (among other plans), competitive 401(k) matching program, career growth opportunities, employee referral program, paid time off and holidays, as well as parental leave.
Training: FCG University learning and training platform available to all employees offering over 80k courses.
Career Growth Opportunities: At Flow Control Group, we are committed to your professional development. With a vast network of over 100 brands across North America, we provide unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to take it to the next level, we offer custom training programs, mentorship, and a supportive environment to help you achieve your goals. Join us and be part of a dynamic team where your contributions make a real impact.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Flow Control Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other legally protected characteristics.