The Role
Manage switchgear manufacturing projects end-to-end: plan milestones, budgets, resources; coordinate cross-functional teams (Engineering, Production, Procurement, Sales); drive NPI and process improvements; track progress, control changes, ensure quality/regulatory compliance; communicate with stakeholders; mitigate risks and enforce safety.
Summary Generated by Built In
Butcher Power Products (BPP) designs and manufactures mission‑critical and industrial power solutions for essential infrastructure nationwide. Headquartered in Sacramento, CA, our teams collaborate closely across engineering, manufacturing, and operations to build reliable, high‑quality systems and take pride in delivering work that truly matters.
Job Summary:
Th Project Manager will manage the lifecycle of switchgear manufacturing projects from initiation through closure. This includes support and coordinating cross-functional teams (Engineering, Production, Procurement, Sales), monitoring progress against milestones, and ensuring stringent adherence to specifications, budget, and schedule. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional attention to detail and a proven track record in a technical manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Planning & Execution:
- Develop project milestones, objectives, detailed timelines, resource allocation, and budget forecasts.
- Oversee and drive the execution of project tasks, ensuring alignment with manufacturing schedules and customer delivery expectations.
- Manage projects focused and new product introduction (NPI), process improvements within the manufacturing line, and fulfilment of large, custom orders.
Tracking, Monitoring, and Control:
- Establish and maintain rigorous project tracking mechanisms to monitor progress, identify deviations, and forecast potential issues.
- Conduct regular status meetings and generate accurate, detailed progress reports for the Head of Project Management, highlighting key milestones and potential risks.
- Manage the change control process meticulously, documenting and approving all changes to scope, schedule, or budget.
- Ensure all manufactured products and associated documentation meet strict quality and regulatory standards.
Communication & Stakeholder Management:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for external account customers and, when necessary, internal teams regarding project status.
- Facilitate clear and effective communication between Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, Quality Assurance, and Sales departments.
- Proactively identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks to prevent schedule delays or budget overruns.
Process Improvement:
- Analyze existing project management and manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies.
- Propose and implement improvements to optimize project flow, fulfilment speed, and overall production efficiency.
Risk Management & Safety:
- Must comply with the company’s safety policies.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years of project management experience in a technical manufacturing environment, preferably within the electrical switchgear, power distribution, or the electrical construction industry.
- Proven experience managing projects focused on product realization and manufacturing process optimization.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Technical Management, Business Administration, or a related technical field (Preferred but not required for the right candidate).
- PMP or equivalent certification (e.g., CAPM, PRINCE2) is highly desirable.
Core Competencies:
- Exceptional attention to detail is a must, particularly in reviewing technical specifications, bills of material (BOMs), and tracking complex production milestones.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing principles, supply chain logistics, and quality control procedures (e.g., ISO standards).
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., ERP / MRP systems).
- Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams.
The base pay range for this role is $90,000 – $120,000 per year.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Butcher Power Products is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.
Compensation ranges are provided in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws.
Skills Required
- Minimum of 5 years of project management experience in a technical manufacturing environment (electrical switchgear, power distribution, or electrical construction).
- Proven experience managing product realization and manufacturing process optimization.
- Exceptional attention to detail, especially reviewing technical specifications, bills of material (BOMs), and tracking complex production milestones.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing principles, supply chain logistics, and quality control procedures (e.g., ISO standards).
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., ERP / MRP systems).
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Must comply with company safety policies.
- Bachelor's Degree in Technical Management, Business Administration, or a related technical field.
- PMP or equivalent certification (e.g., CAPM, PRINCE2).
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The Company
What We Do
Butcher Power Products (BPP) designs and manufactures mission-critical low-voltage electrical distribution equipment — UL891 switchboards, UL67 panelboards, integrated power centers and solar-ready switchboards. Based in the Sacramento/Rancho Cordova area, BPP focuses on fast lead times, custom engineering and in-house manufacturing to supply data centers, hospitals and industrial customers with reliable power distribution solutions.
