Page Mechanical Group, Inc.
Electrical Project Manager
Page Mechanical Group, Inc., Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States, 37450
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Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world.
ABOUT THE POSITION This role is responsible for managing retrofit controls projects from initial site assessment through installation and commissioning for asphalt plant automation systems. The Project Manager conducts field audits to document existing plant conditions, ensures engineering has complete information to design panel replacements, manages customer communication throughout the project, and coordinates with service teams for installation and startup. Most projects involve control panel replacements in existing structures. Several concurrent projects may be concurrently assigned.
LOCATION This is an onsite position in Chattanooga, TN
NOTE Qualified applicants must have experience with Electronics, preferably in a manufacturing environment. Must be able to read and understand electrical drawings and schematics.
Key Deliverables
Conduct on-site field audits to document existing control system conditions including panel locations, space constraints, wiring, and sensor configurations
Create comprehensive site documentation packages (photos, measurements, equipment lists) to support engineering design
Serve as single point of contact for customers from project kickoff through commissioning completion
Coordinate project schedules between engineering, Controls Center manufacturing, and field service teams
Monitor project progress and proactively communicate status, risks, and schedule changes to customers and internal stakeholders
Key Activities & Responsibilities Field Assessment (Primary Focus):
Conduct detailed site surveys of existing control systems and plant configurations
Document space claims, panel dimensions, and mounting locations
Catalog existing wiring, conduit routing, and sensor installations
Identify integration points with existing plant equipment
Photograph and measure existing conditions for engineering reference
Assess for MCC and control house requirements when applicable
Project Coordination:
Validate that field documentation is complete before releasing to electrical design team
Attend work order meetings to ensure project scope is clearly defined
Track project milestones from engineering release through manufacturing to shipment
Coordinate delivery timing with customer readiness and service team availability
Customer Communication:
Serve as primary customer contact for assigned retrofit projects
Provide proactive status updates on project progress
Manage customer expectations on delivery dates and installation schedules
Resolve customer questions and concerns, escalating technical issues as needed
Installation & Commissioning Coordination:
Schedule field service teams for panel installation and commissioning
Ensure service teams have complete documentation (drawings, manuals, project notes)
Monitor installation progress and address issues that arise during startup
Coordinate final customer acceptance and project closeout
General:
Maintains a correspondence file for each project containing copies of letters, faxes, telephone numbers, conversation notes, e‑mails, customer meeting notes, field drawings and sketches, layouts, and any other pertinent communications
Secures timely involvement of appropriate Regional Sales Manager whenever a change of project scope is needed
Ensures changes of scope are documented and vetted through a Change Review System (CRS)
Follows company policies and procedures at all times
Follows proper safety rules and procedures at all times
Performs other duties as assigned
To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are: Required:
Associates degree in Electrical Technology, Electronics, Industrial Automation, or related field, plus minimum 3 years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and control system schematics
Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Willingness to travel up to 50% (primarily domestic site visits)
Preferred:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field
Experience with industrial control systems, PLCs, or plant automation
Background in field service, commissioning, or technical sales support
Familiarity with asphalt plant or heavy equipment operations
Experience with site assessments or technical audits
Supervisor and Leadership Expectations None
Our Culture and Values Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work.
Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of customers
Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
Respect for all individuals
Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success
Travel Requirements: Up to 50% travel, predominately domestic, potentially some international
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop and kneel, or crawl; and talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must be able to climb to gain access to various pieces of equipment; this includes working with hand and power tools when necessary. The employee occasionally is required to work at elevated heights using personal protective equipment when required. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. The employee must be able to operate an automobile and travel by airplane. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of injury due to exposure to an office environment, such as computer work. The employee is regularly exposed to work-related travel conditions and hazards, including automobile and airline travel. Travel may occur outside normal working hours. The employee is also frequently exposed to a shop and warehouse environment and asphalt plant environment. The employee is occasionally exposed to inclement weather conditions and will be in the vicinity of moving equipment and operating machinery. The employee will occasionally be in areas and engaged in tasks for the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
Note: This job description is intended to be a general guideline of areas of responsibility. There will be incidental tasks not listed on a job description that may arise at various times. As a member of the Astec team, supplemental tasks may be assigned. Each employee is expected to help in these areas to meet temporally critical needs.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.
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ABOUT THE POSITION This role is responsible for managing retrofit controls projects from initial site assessment through installation and commissioning for asphalt plant automation systems. The Project Manager conducts field audits to document existing plant conditions, ensures engineering has complete information to design panel replacements, manages customer communication throughout the project, and coordinates with service teams for installation and startup. Most projects involve control panel replacements in existing structures. Several concurrent projects may be concurrently assigned.
LOCATION This is an onsite position in Chattanooga, TN
NOTE Qualified applicants must have experience with Electronics, preferably in a manufacturing environment. Must be able to read and understand electrical drawings and schematics.
Key Deliverables
Conduct on-site field audits to document existing control system conditions including panel locations, space constraints, wiring, and sensor configurations
Create comprehensive site documentation packages (photos, measurements, equipment lists) to support engineering design
Serve as single point of contact for customers from project kickoff through commissioning completion
Coordinate project schedules between engineering, Controls Center manufacturing, and field service teams
Monitor project progress and proactively communicate status, risks, and schedule changes to customers and internal stakeholders
Key Activities & Responsibilities Field Assessment (Primary Focus):
Conduct detailed site surveys of existing control systems and plant configurations
Document space claims, panel dimensions, and mounting locations
Catalog existing wiring, conduit routing, and sensor installations
Identify integration points with existing plant equipment
Photograph and measure existing conditions for engineering reference
Assess for MCC and control house requirements when applicable
Project Coordination:
Validate that field documentation is complete before releasing to electrical design team
Attend work order meetings to ensure project scope is clearly defined
Track project milestones from engineering release through manufacturing to shipment
Coordinate delivery timing with customer readiness and service team availability
Customer Communication:
Serve as primary customer contact for assigned retrofit projects
Provide proactive status updates on project progress
Manage customer expectations on delivery dates and installation schedules
Resolve customer questions and concerns, escalating technical issues as needed
Installation & Commissioning Coordination:
Schedule field service teams for panel installation and commissioning
Ensure service teams have complete documentation (drawings, manuals, project notes)
Monitor installation progress and address issues that arise during startup
Coordinate final customer acceptance and project closeout
General:
Maintains a correspondence file for each project containing copies of letters, faxes, telephone numbers, conversation notes, e‑mails, customer meeting notes, field drawings and sketches, layouts, and any other pertinent communications
Secures timely involvement of appropriate Regional Sales Manager whenever a change of project scope is needed
Ensures changes of scope are documented and vetted through a Change Review System (CRS)
Follows company policies and procedures at all times
Follows proper safety rules and procedures at all times
Performs other duties as assigned
To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are: Required:
Associates degree in Electrical Technology, Electronics, Industrial Automation, or related field, plus minimum 3 years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and control system schematics
Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Willingness to travel up to 50% (primarily domestic site visits)
Preferred:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field
Experience with industrial control systems, PLCs, or plant automation
Background in field service, commissioning, or technical sales support
Familiarity with asphalt plant or heavy equipment operations
Experience with site assessments or technical audits
Supervisor and Leadership Expectations None
Our Culture and Values Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work.
Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of customers
Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
Respect for all individuals
Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success
Travel Requirements: Up to 50% travel, predominately domestic, potentially some international
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop and kneel, or crawl; and talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must be able to climb to gain access to various pieces of equipment; this includes working with hand and power tools when necessary. The employee occasionally is required to work at elevated heights using personal protective equipment when required. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. The employee must be able to operate an automobile and travel by airplane. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of injury due to exposure to an office environment, such as computer work. The employee is regularly exposed to work-related travel conditions and hazards, including automobile and airline travel. Travel may occur outside normal working hours. The employee is also frequently exposed to a shop and warehouse environment and asphalt plant environment. The employee is occasionally exposed to inclement weather conditions and will be in the vicinity of moving equipment and operating machinery. The employee will occasionally be in areas and engaged in tasks for the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
Note: This job description is intended to be a general guideline of areas of responsibility. There will be incidental tasks not listed on a job description that may arise at various times. As a member of the Astec team, supplemental tasks may be assigned. Each employee is expected to help in these areas to meet temporally critical needs.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.
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