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Project Manager I

Requisition #: 15812
Location: Orlando, FL
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Start Date: ASAP
Salary Range: $80,000 - $95,000

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Position Overview

Our Client is seeking a Project Manager I to join the Orlando Service Center. This position is responsible for managing customer-facing projects through planning, engineering, procurement, commissioning, validation, and contract closeout activities.

The Project Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for assigned customers while coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality expectations.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a background in project management, engineering, manufacturing, energy, industrial equipment, or technical services who are looking to join a growing global organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage projects from initiation through completion and contract closeout.
• Serve as the primary customer contact throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, and resource plans.
• Monitor project budgets, financial performance, deliverables, and timelines.
• Identify project risks, issues, and opportunities and execute mitigation plans.
• Coordinate activities across Engineering, Procurement, Operations, Finance, and Field Service teams.
• Lead project meetings and ensure action items are completed.
• Communicate project status, health, and progress to customers, stakeholders, and leadership.
• Support project recovery plans when required.
• Capture lessons learned and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and systems of record.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and export control requirements.
• Travel up to 15% as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 4 years of project management experience managing complex projects.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong customer-facing and stakeholder-management experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering.
• PMP Certification preferred but not required.
• Experience managing projects in:
• • Power Generation
  • Energy
  • Turbines
  • Heavy Industrial Manufacturing
  • Engineering Services
  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Robotics
  • Drone Technology
• Experience supporting customer-facing technical projects.

Team Environment

You will join a highly collaborative Project Management team consisting of approximately 10 team members, including an intern. The team works closely with Engineering, Operations, Procurement, and Customer Support groups to deliver successful project outcomes while providing opportunities for mentorship, professional growth, and career advancement.

Interview Process

Step 1: Recruiter Phone Interview

• Review of project management experience
• Technical and industry background discussion
• Compensation expectations
• Availability and overall fit

Step 2: Hiring Manager Interview

• Project execution experience
• Schedule and budget management
• Risk mitigation strategies
• Customer and stakeholder management
• Leadership and communication skills

Step 3: Onsite Panel Interview

Candidates selected for the final stage will meet with key stakeholders from Project Management, Engineering, Operations, and Leadership.

The panel interview will follow a STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) format and will focus on:

• Project leadership
• Risk management
• Customer relationship management
• Problem solving
• Team collaboration
• Continuous improvement initiatives

Why Join SkySource?

• Competitive Salary: $80,000 - $95,000
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• Professional Development Programs
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Collaborative and Inclusive Workplace Culture

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a motivated project management professional with a technical or engineering background who thrives in a customer-focused environment. Individuals with experience supporting industrial, manufacturing, energy, turbine, aerospace, robotics, or drone-related projects will be particularly successful in this role. Candidates should be comfortable leading cross-functional teams, managing competing priorities, and driving projects to successful completion.