Smith Seckman Reid
CRM/Project Manager (Electrical)
Smith Seckman Reid, Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27703
Description
A leading comprehensive engineering design and consulting firm, SSR provides innovative solutions for clients with facility and infrastructure challenges. To achieve client needs, SSR has multiple locations across the US. Working with a diverse group of individuals in a variety of markets, our team of experts partner with our clients to deliver advanced solutions that last.SSR is committed to providing opportunities and benefits to colleagues that promote living fully. Through various competitive benefits and programs available, SSR supports the health, well-being, and personal growth of its employees. SSR offers benefit options including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a generous contribution to employee-owned Health Savings Account, 401(k) with matching up to the full IRS maximum, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other employee incentives and wellness programs. SSR is a 2019 A/E/C Building a Better World Award Winner which recognizes our commitment to community outreach and improvement.We feel that SSR is a great place, but don't take our word for it, See what our colleagues are saying at www.ssr-inc.com/life-at-ssr.Why Choose SSR? Look at our Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn pages to discover more.W e are Certified "Great Place to Work" http://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/1001559Looking for a Client Relationship Manager/Project Manager (Electrical)The Client Relationship Manager/PM holds responsibility for the overall relationship with identified clients and successful delivery of client's projects. These clients are of small to moderate size. CRM I primarily manages projects independently but may require additional Project Managers to effectively complete projects. Responsible for Total Project Success on assigned projects for all results related to people, product, and profit. Acquires work by consistently demonstrating an ability to execute and deliver high-quality projects for existing clients. Involved in the industry and community, providing a presence for the organization by membership on boards and professional organizations and published writing. The majority of the time in this role will be devoted to project management activities.Key Responsibilities:Serves as the principal level relationship and trusted advisor with clients for all project engagements with the client's organizationWorks with leadership to establish long term strategies for building and growing client relationshipsAligns SSR services with the needs of the client, identifies the client's future needs, and determines where SSR can intersect with new services and supportBuilds, develops, and grows strategic business relationships vital to the success of projects and long term engagementsUpdates leads and records business development activities in the CRM databaseAssists or leads resolution of project and client relationship issuesUnderstands client's strategic goals and standards and assures all projects are delivered in accordance with those goals and standardsProvides leadership and mentoring to Project Managers assigned to their projectsOversees the activities of the project team to achieve Total Project SuccessEnsures projects are executed according to the plan and are of the highest standards to support long-term relationships with clientsResponsible for overall preparation of proposals in coordination with the marketing department, utilizing input from technical staffResponsible for all project management activities, which includes (but is not limited to) establishing the project scope with the client, preparing and negotiating fees and contracts, preparing and managing the schedule and man-hour budget, conducting a project kick-off meeting, maintaining communication with the client, attending meetings, managing risk, implementing a QA/QC plan, and performing job close out processesResponsible for projecting monthly revenue expectations for projects and working with the location Operations Director in planning workload and office staffingResponsible for working with clients and Project Managers to collect accounts receivables in accordance with Program AR goalsNegotiates a standard contract and fee schedule where possible to help ensure continued profitability for clients of large scope and complexity
An ideal candidate will possess the following requirements:An expert in the discipline(s) of his/her expertise with a minimum of 8 years applicable project/client management experienceTechnical or Bachelor's degree in one of the major technical disciplines practiced by the firm OR applicable experienceProfessional Engineer Licensure preferredDemonstrated, consistent ability in managing projects from small to large scope and complexityExperience in the design of multi-discipline projectsThorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)Thorough knowledge of all project financial activities (i.e., budgeting, projections, reporting)Knowledge of engineering theories and methodologiesKnowledge of project approach and system designKnowledge of current industry trends, products, and their application to market sectorsKnowledge of business practices and processes
SSR is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action EmployerEOE including Disability/VeteranOur mission is to make a positive difference for our clients, colleagues, and communities.Recruiters or staffing agencies: SSR is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to an SSR employee without 1) a current, fully-executed agreement on file and 2) being assigned to the open position via HREqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
A leading comprehensive engineering design and consulting firm, SSR provides innovative solutions for clients with facility and infrastructure challenges. To achieve client needs, SSR has multiple locations across the US. Working with a diverse group of individuals in a variety of markets, our team of experts partner with our clients to deliver advanced solutions that last.SSR is committed to providing opportunities and benefits to colleagues that promote living fully. Through various competitive benefits and programs available, SSR supports the health, well-being, and personal growth of its employees. SSR offers benefit options including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a generous contribution to employee-owned Health Savings Account, 401(k) with matching up to the full IRS maximum, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other employee incentives and wellness programs. SSR is a 2019 A/E/C Building a Better World Award Winner which recognizes our commitment to community outreach and improvement.We feel that SSR is a great place, but don't take our word for it, See what our colleagues are saying at www.ssr-inc.com/life-at-ssr.Why Choose SSR? Look at our Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn pages to discover more.W e are Certified "Great Place to Work" http://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/1001559Looking for a Client Relationship Manager/Project Manager (Electrical)The Client Relationship Manager/PM holds responsibility for the overall relationship with identified clients and successful delivery of client's projects. These clients are of small to moderate size. CRM I primarily manages projects independently but may require additional Project Managers to effectively complete projects. Responsible for Total Project Success on assigned projects for all results related to people, product, and profit. Acquires work by consistently demonstrating an ability to execute and deliver high-quality projects for existing clients. Involved in the industry and community, providing a presence for the organization by membership on boards and professional organizations and published writing. The majority of the time in this role will be devoted to project management activities.Key Responsibilities:Serves as the principal level relationship and trusted advisor with clients for all project engagements with the client's organizationWorks with leadership to establish long term strategies for building and growing client relationshipsAligns SSR services with the needs of the client, identifies the client's future needs, and determines where SSR can intersect with new services and supportBuilds, develops, and grows strategic business relationships vital to the success of projects and long term engagementsUpdates leads and records business development activities in the CRM databaseAssists or leads resolution of project and client relationship issuesUnderstands client's strategic goals and standards and assures all projects are delivered in accordance with those goals and standardsProvides leadership and mentoring to Project Managers assigned to their projectsOversees the activities of the project team to achieve Total Project SuccessEnsures projects are executed according to the plan and are of the highest standards to support long-term relationships with clientsResponsible for overall preparation of proposals in coordination with the marketing department, utilizing input from technical staffResponsible for all project management activities, which includes (but is not limited to) establishing the project scope with the client, preparing and negotiating fees and contracts, preparing and managing the schedule and man-hour budget, conducting a project kick-off meeting, maintaining communication with the client, attending meetings, managing risk, implementing a QA/QC plan, and performing job close out processesResponsible for projecting monthly revenue expectations for projects and working with the location Operations Director in planning workload and office staffingResponsible for working with clients and Project Managers to collect accounts receivables in accordance with Program AR goalsNegotiates a standard contract and fee schedule where possible to help ensure continued profitability for clients of large scope and complexity
An ideal candidate will possess the following requirements:An expert in the discipline(s) of his/her expertise with a minimum of 8 years applicable project/client management experienceTechnical or Bachelor's degree in one of the major technical disciplines practiced by the firm OR applicable experienceProfessional Engineer Licensure preferredDemonstrated, consistent ability in managing projects from small to large scope and complexityExperience in the design of multi-discipline projectsThorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)Thorough knowledge of all project financial activities (i.e., budgeting, projections, reporting)Knowledge of engineering theories and methodologiesKnowledge of project approach and system designKnowledge of current industry trends, products, and their application to market sectorsKnowledge of business practices and processes
SSR is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action EmployerEOE including Disability/VeteranOur mission is to make a positive difference for our clients, colleagues, and communities.Recruiters or staffing agencies: SSR is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to an SSR employee without 1) a current, fully-executed agreement on file and 2) being assigned to the open position via HREqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)