Project Manager - Evolve Transporters : Job Details

Project Manager

Evolve Transporters is a high-end custom fabrication company with locations in greater Indianapolis Indiana and Cleveland Ohio. Our clients are some of the biggest motorsport teams and brands in the world, for which we assist in designing and fabricating race transporters. We have a sharp focus on client satisfaction and a desire for continued innovation.

This position reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Location: Painesville, OH

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT IN THIS ROLE:

The Project Manager role will oversee end-to-end execution of Evolve's transporter manufacturing projects throughout their lifecycles. This role is critical to ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the quality expectations of our clients. This role will work closely with all Departments, various vendors and project clients to ensure all parties are in sync and streamlined for a successful completion and delivery.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead Project Planning: Define project scope, goals, timelines, and deliverables in collaboration with clients and internal teams. Establish RACI for every project.
• Coordinate Teams: Act as the central point of contact for cross-functional teams, including Sales/Client Management, Engineering, Creative, Operations and Finance, to ensure seamless project execution.
• Monitor Progress: Track project milestones, ensure adherence to schedules, and proactively address potential risks or delays. Partner with Operations Department to oversee internal production throughout the lifecycle of the project, participate in capacity resource planning, task management, change order conversations and timeline adjustments.
• Budget Management: Coordinate with Finance Department to provide insight throughout the project on budgets, tracking expenses, etc.
• Communication: Partner with Sales Department in client conversations to assist in collection of details and notes regarding projects. Maintain clear and consistent communication with internal stakeholders and clients throughout the project lifecycle, providing updates and managing expectations.
• Quality Assurance: Recognize and support quality standards in all phases of manufacturing to ensure transporters meet design specifications and client expectations.
• Problem-Solving: Identify challenges and implement effective solutions to ensure project success.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed project documentation, including schedules, budgets, and progress reports, using project management software.

TOP SKILLS:

• Strong knowledge of custom equipment or highly volatile.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to motivate teams and build relationships.
• Positive attitude and exceptional customer service skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly to stakeholders.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach and stoop in both office and shop settings.
• Travel expectation – 25%

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Business or Project Management equivalent experience
• PMP Certification preferred
• Agile Project Management
• Experience in fabrication or manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with supply chain management and procurement processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer skills
• Understanding of and experience in motorsports.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not comprehensive and may change at any time.