Field Installation Project Manager (car washing industry)

Summary

The Field Installation Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, directing and executing installations of all car wash projects within Ontario.

This position works closely with multiple stakeholders, including customers, equipment installation employees, internal sales, and the operations team.

Key Accountabilities

• Site Liaison & Technical Leadership
• Participate in site visits and produce quotes for potential installation projects
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations to internal team members and customers regarding equipment selection
• Provide site supervision of service technicians assigned by the service manager for all active installations
• Provide onsite support to service technicians for service and warranty issues or all Transchem-supplied equipment
• Produce and maintain project schedules and / or progress updates as required by the project and internal management team
• Coordination & Administration
• Co-ordinate with customers, and their subtrades / building teams and vendors on pre-planning, layout, building details and scheduling for all active tunnel car wash projects
• Use our internal software systems (CRM / ERP) to manage all projects
• Other duties as required related to sales and installation of tunnel car washes

Education and Experience Required

• 3 years direct experience working in field, construction or mechanical project management
• Experience in the car wash industry or any related industries such as automotive selling equipment or services, chemical & cleaning supplies for the automotive industry, automotive equipment or components will be considered a very strong asset
• Preferred candidates will have a PMP Certification (or working towards) or other business related diploma
• Related certifications and / or license in related trades is an asset

Preferred Technical Skills and Competencies

Strong mechanical aptitude, including knowledge of : completing equipment layout coupled with ability to read technical drawings and blue prints

Previous experience and knowledge of :

• Assembly and alignment
• Rigging / lifting
• Welding
• Testing, troubleshooting and repair of car wash systems
• Understanding of electrical theory and function, including ability to install and troubleshoot low voltage control systems
• Demonstrated capability guiding installation crews including supervising, meeting health and safety guidelines, and on-site material control
• Strong communication skills needed to effectively build relationships with customers and internal stakeholders

Effective project management skills with the ability to :

• Communicate and liaise with various stakeholders
• Effectively coordinate and manage multiple moving parts including document control
• Prioritize and pivot competing demands to meet deadlines
• Complete post project analysis and reporting
• Communicate with team members and leadership to make recommendations to increase project effectiveness and ROI
• Ability to use systems / applications, to manage the project cycle
• Strong Leadership skills with the ability to provide guidance and make sound decisions regarding day-to-day responsibilities

This position is to be located in Cambridge, Ontario.

Work Arrangement : Hybrid

Travel required : 50%.