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Concept Communication Ltd · 1 month ago

Technical Project Manager/Office Lead

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Concept Systems Inc. is seeking a Technical Project Manager/Office Lead who will combine project execution leadership with local office coordination. The role involves leading a portfolio of automation and controls projects while ensuring the Seattle office operates smoothly and effectively supports the team.

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Responsibilities

Lead project execution across customer management, cost, scope, schedule, risk, and quality

Inspire and motivate project teams to deliver high-quality automation solutions that meet or exceed customer expectations

Oversee the design, integration, and technical implementation of automation systems, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and safety requirements

Monitor and control project costs and schedules; prepare accurate progress reports and forecasts

Negotiate changes in project scope and manage relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers

Maintain up-to-date project data within Concept Systems’ ERP system

Facilitate project meetings and ensure clear, proactive communication among all stakeholders

Identify and mitigate technical, financial, and personnel risks to project success

Provide mentorship, coaching, and technical guidance to project team members

Ensure that all project work complies with safety, regulatory, and environmental standards

Represent the Seattle team’s needs to the executive team and act as the primary local point of contact

Promote team engagement and integration with company-wide initiatives, communications, and culture

Coordinate local activities, such as team-building events, training sessions, office visits, and community engagements

Serve as an escalation point for issues impacting morale, productivity, or team dynamics

Manage day-to-day office operations, including supplies, mail, shipments, maintenance, and vendor coordination

Collaborate with the landlord and facilities vendors to maintain a safe and productive workspace

Oversee office budgeting for materials, tools, and other operational needs

Ensure the Seattle office is staffed appropriately for visitors, deliveries, and company events

Foster a positive, inclusive, and productive work environment aligned with Concept Systems’ core values

Qualification

Industrial automationProject managementLeadership skillsERP systemsPMP certificationCommunication skillsProblem-solving abilitiesOrganizational skills

Required

Proven experience managing large-scale technical or automation projects (>$100K) with a track record of on-time, on-budget delivery

Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to build morale, drive collaboration, and resolve conflicts

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with customers, team members, and executives

Strong understanding of industrial automation, controls systems, or related engineering disciplines

Demonstrated proficiency with project management methodologies, tools, and ERP systems

Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail and overall project integrity

Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities

Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field from four-year college or university

Two years or more related project management experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Two years or more of broad-based project management and project controls experience with an emphasis on people management and development

Two years or more of technical experience in controls and/or automation

A valid insurable Driver's License is required

Travel up to 25% to support project requirements

Ability to obtain a Passport for occasional out of country travel required

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations

Job requires specialized computer skills. Must be adept at using various applications including database, spreadsheet, report writing, project management, graphics, word processing, presentation creation/editing, communicate by e-mail and use scheduling software

Ability to learn and use computerized accounting system

Proficient with PLC and HMI programming

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk and sit

The employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear