Senior Manager Project Management

SPX Cooling Technologies is a leader in high quality industrial HVAC equipment used to cool large facilities like hospitals, data centers, and power plants. With cooling towers, fans, and refrigeration units, companies rely on brands like Marley, Recold, and SGS to provide comfort and mission critical and industrial cooling solutions.How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)In this role, you will lead the Strategic Account Project Management organization to ensure complex customer projects are executed successfully, on time, and with strong margin and quality performance. You will develop and coach a high-performing team, drive cross-functional alignment to resolve risks and execution issues, and strengthen customer satisfaction across Strategic Accounts. You will also represent project performance and improvement plans with senior customer stakeholders and internal leadership, positioning the function for continued growth. What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)Lead and develop a team of Project Managers, ensuring alignment to strategic priorities and consistent execution excellenceOwn key leadership responsibilities, including hiring, performance management, coaching, and career developmentEstablish and maintain execution standards, operating procedures, and escalation protocols to improve speed, quality, and reliabilityOversee project performance across strategic and high-value accounts, ensuring margin protection, quality compliance, and on-time deliveryPartner cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, Engineering, Manufacturing, Logistics, Finance, Quality and Warranty to resolve issues, manage risk and optimize executionReview project health metrics, dashboards, and forecasting inputs to identify trends, anticipate challenges, and drive corrective actionsServe as the senior escalation point for complex customer issues, order holds, and execution challengesEngage directly with senior customer stakeholders and participate in Quarterly Business Reviews, presenting performance, risks, and improvement plansDrive continuous improvement initiatives leveraging lessons learned, voice-of-customer feedback, and performance outcomesContribute to strategic commercial initiatives and cross-functional projectsApprove expense reports, travel plans, and budget allocations for the PM team. What we are looking for (Required/Ideal Experience, Skills, Education)We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:Required Experience & SkillsProven experience leading and developing teams, including hiring, onboarding, performance reviews, coaching, and career development planningStrong execution leadership with the ability to drive accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the teamAbility to manage complex, high-value projects and escalations while protecting margin, quality, and delivery commitmentsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify risks, resolve issues, and implement corrective actionsExcellent communication skills and ability to influence cross-functional teams and executive stakeholdersAbility to develop, implement, and sustain standard work, operating procedures, and escalation protocolsProficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPointIdeal Experience & SkillsExperience managing strategic or high-value customer accounts and participating in Quarterly Business ReviewsDemonstrated ability to review and influence revenue and margin forecasts, performance dashboards, and key execution metricsExperience driving process improvements using lessons learned, voice-of-customer (VOC), and quality initiativesFamiliarity with SAP, QTC, and/or other ERP, CRMand order management systemsManufacturing, engineered-to-order, or industrial operations experience preferredExperience managing service and/or construction projects is a plusExperience managing vendor performance to contractual, quality, and delivery commitmentsEducation & CertificationsBachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent7-10 years of experience in project management and/or customer support functionPrevious managerial experienceManufacturing industry experience preferredTravel & Working EnvironmentOnsite office environment, Monday – Friday; hybrid work schedule may be available based on business needs and performanceOccasional travel may be required for customer engagement and operational coordinationKeyboarding/typingAbility to read effectively from a computer screen and/or paper documentsAbility to handle a large volume of work and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentAbility to communicate effectively written and verballyOffice environment with varying noise levelsHow we live our cultureOur culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX. What benefits do we offer?We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leaveCompetitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day oneCompetitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plansEducational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPXWe value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential. SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.