Senior Project Manager

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.  

Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today! 

Job Description:

If you are a Project Management professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Vilter by Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you!  Based in our Cudahy, WI location, the Senior Project Manager (PM) will be responsible for the team's successful delivery of Engineer to Order (ETO) projects while creating an exceptional customer buying experience. You will be responsible for the successful delivery of moderate to large-scale client engagements. You will work closely with the project team that includes sales, application engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, planning, purchasing, production, finance, logistics and field services for the successful delivery of client projects.  

Our business is fast paced and complex, our customers demand excellence; as such, the candidate must build strong customer relationships and deliver customer-centric, quality solutions -- on time and within budget.  Success in this position requires that you hold yourself and others accountable to meet internal and external commitments.  You must work collaboratively across all functional areas as well as with our customers and their partners.

As A Senior Project Manager, You Will:

• Lead the initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and control of complex projects in Refrigeration, Gas Compression, and other strategic areas; manage changes to scope, schedule, resources, and costs while maintaining and improving project management processes and tools.

• Drive cross-functional accountability to meet customer expectations by communicating critical milestones, ensuring timely delivery, and proactively managing risks and issues to maintain customer satisfaction.
• Build, develop, and maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and key business partners; address concerns, implement corrective actions, and foster collaboration to support project and company success.
• Track industry trends, relevant legislation, and competitor activities to inform project strategy and identify opportunities for process and business improvement.
• Coach, mentor, and motivate project team members to achieve high performance, encouraging continuous development and alignment with organizational goals.

Required Education, Experience and Skills: 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or relevant fields
• 7+ years of professional experience with at least 4+ years in Project Management
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, or the ability to obtain it within one year of hire, or currently in the process of obtaining it.
• Proven experience managing mid-scale, complex projects (budgets up to $750,000, timelines up to 12 months) with teams of 10+ people and multiple internal/external stakeholders and matrix partners
• Strong proficiency in Project Management software, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other MS Office Suite products; excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities concurrently.
• Demonstrated ability to influence without formal authority and effectively lead teams to meet project goals.
• Must have a valid passport and US driver’s license or ability to obtain one; ability to travel up to 15%.
• Legal work authorization in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this role

Preferred Education, Experience & Skills:

• Master's degree in ME/EE or relevant fields
• Project Management experiences within a manufacturing environment
• Experience in the HVAC, refrigeration, or oil & gas industries, with a strong background i