Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)

Project Manager

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) Charlotte, North Carolina, United States · $115K–$130K/yr

Utilities · 5,001-10,000 employees

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About the role

The Project Manager leads customer panel integration and assembly projects by coordinating cross-functional teams and managing project deliverables. They are responsible for establishing project plans, monitoring metrics, and serving as the primary customer-facing representative.

What they look for

Project management Project planning Cross-functional collaboration Metrics analysis Budget management Customer relationship management Leadership Mentorship Workflow improvement Risk management Communication Scheduling Financial tracking Process enhancement Stakeholder management

Requirements

Candidates must have 8+ years of direct experience in coordinating projects and demonstrate strong relationship-building skills. The role requires the ability to provide leadership, mentorship, and proactive communication to ensure project quality and cost objectives are met.

Benefits

Stock ownership plan 401k Medical insurance Prescription insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Disability insurance Paid holidays Vacation Paid sick days Paid family and medical leave STEM courses Apprenticeships Tuition assistance Engineering development programs Wellness benefits Fertility benefits Adoption benefits Flexible spending benefits

Full description

  • Job Description

As a Project Manager in US Panels, this role leads customer panel integration and assembly projects, coordinating customer deliverables, materials, production activities, and collaboration across customers, engineering services, sales, and project and mechanical engineering teams, to name a few.

As a Project Manager a typical day might include the following:   

  • Work under general guidance from a manager to establish project plans, and execute and coordinate multiple complexes, cross‑functional projects.
  • Create, maintain, monitor, and analyze accurate metrics and project tracking records—including time reporting, schedules, financials, budgets, and summary spreadsheets.
  • Provide trend insights to management and own an accurate assessment of project deliverables to help teams meet cost, schedule, and quality objectives.
  • Identify opportunities for improvements to project processes and lead efforts to design, test, and implement enhancements.
  • Serve as a primary customer‑facing representative, communicating directly with end users through email, meetings, updates, and critical conversations regarding expectations, challenges, timelines, and risks.

This job might be for you if:  

  • 8+ years of direct experience in coordinating projects (PM Level III)
  • Build strong, trust‑based relationships with customers by providing clear communication, proactive updates, and consistent follow‑through.
  • -Provide leadership and mentorship to less-experienced project managers by promoting best practices, offering ongoing guidance, and serving as a trusted resource for questions and development.
  • Work within a collaborative PMO where project managers have ownership of their processes and the ability to recommend and implement changes.
  • Initiate and run small, reversible experiments to improve workflows, increase efficiency, and enhance project outcomes.  

Pay Range Data  

$115,300-$130,000 

We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the salary range may differ if filled at a different level. Our ranges are determined by job and responsibility. We base our starting pay offer and title and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.  

  • Location

This position is located in Charlotte, NC, a vibrant and bustling metropolis located in the heart of North Carolina. As one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States, it seamlessly blends its rich history with a modern and dynamic atmosphere. With an eclectic culinary scene, charming neighborhoods, and a warm southern hospitality, Charlotte exudes a unique charm that captivates residents and visitors alike.

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

  • We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
  • We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
  • We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
  • We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.  
  • Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

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Communication with Applicants 

We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at careers@selinc.com.

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

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