Remote - Key Account Manager (Project Manager) - Construction Services

$65,000 - $75,000/Yr

UFP Industries - Haleyville, AL

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Haleyville, AL

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

The Project Manager at UFP Industries, Inc. will play a crucial role in managing and coordinating all aspects of customer programs within the construction services sector. This position is designed for a dynamic individual who can influence business strategy and ensure effective operations while achieving operational and financial targets for mid to large-sized divisional customers. The role involves working closely with customers, managing project timelines, and mentoring junior project management associates.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage all phases of the project/program, including RFP, order confirmations, sales orders, detailing, purchasing, production, delivery, and installation.
• Develop and manage critical project/program timelines, obtaining customer approval and monitoring the process through to completion.
• Review and approve all design/detail architectural fixture drawings prior to release to the customer.
• Actively manage customer inventories and re-orders.
• Monitor production of projects through physical review and thorough review of labor and cost report data.
• Aid in the development of corrective actions where needed.
• Assist in managing finished goods inventory related to assigned customer.
• Support estimating and costing of programs, including participation in cost-reduction programs.
• Pursue revenue and gross margin growth in partnership with Sales and Operations.
• Act as a mentor to junior level Project Management associates and provide training where required.
• Oversee Project Administrators and Project Coordinators as needed.
• Participate in the recruiting process by training staff and evaluating employee performance.

Requirements

• Preferred bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of five years of experience in project management or related field.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience in manufacturing is preferred.
• Proficiency in the English language in reading, writing, and speaking.
• Ability to successfully interact and communicate with all organizational levels and the public.
• Demonstrate proficiency in general telephone and office etiquette and legible handwriting.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Ability to apply business math to manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Proficiency in manufacturing or design software, including AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in managing multi-location rollouts.
• Familiarity with logistics and supply chain management.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Health savings account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stock purchase program with employee discount
• Educational reimbursement
• Wellness programs and challenges
• Other supplemental benefits