Programs Manager, ElectricalThis position is based in our ProKey office in Plymouth, MN.
About ArchKey
ArchKey is one of the nation's largest privately held specialty trade installation and integrated facility service companies. We are a leader in designing, building and maintaining electrical, technologies and specialty systems. We're the POWER behind making the improbable possible. We're electrifying the nation, energizing the future and bringing communities to life like never before. What we do today shapes the vision of tomorrow. Our work impacts lives long after the building is done. This means we are committed to building in ways that are not just technologically advanced, but sustainable, scalable and equitable by all. We're not just energizing infrastructure, we're energizing careers, communities, and the future. Made up of the brightest minds in the industry, our team is our greatest asset, bringing knowledge, skills, and experience to every project. This is more than a call to join us, it's an invitation to be part of a visionary journey, to grow with us as we scale.
About the Position
The Program Manager Responsible for managing the market strategies and bid-to-operations electrical lifecycle and similar support programs. This position oversees the development and implementation of the above service offerings and ensures the growth strategy is comprehensive and consistent with the Company's vision and growth strategy at large, in alignment with all Company policies, procedures, key objectives, and regulations. This role serves as a critical technical and operational resource within the engineering operations team.
Our Ideal Candidate
Can flex and adapt with the growing needs of the business.
Can work autonomously and creatively solve problems.
Has a growth mindset and is always looking to continually learn and grow.
Day in the Life
Works closely with the account teams by reviewing detailed engineering and operational reports to provide actionable insights.
Offers technical guidance and mentorship to project managers, ensuring that client deliverables align with the strategic plan.
Serves as a liaison between the engineering team and account team stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment on project objects.
Provides expert advice during equipment submittal reviews, offering detailed comments and recommendations for replacement projects.
Acts as primary point of escalation for break-fix issues, coordinating with technical teams to diagnose and resolve problems efficiently.
Facilitates timely and effective resolution of technical challenges to maintain service excellence.
Partners with various departments, including sales, project management, and technical teams to integrate market insights into operational improvements and innovation.
Monitors industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes to continuously refine service offerings and operational strategies.
Manages and supports growth and business sustainment strategies for electrical service and installation cradle to grave (e.g., grant writing, funding support, installation, operations, maintenance, and monitoring).
Collaborates with business development teams to optimize the go-to-market strategy and supports proposal development and other client-facing materials with the pursuit team and marketing professionals.
Facilitates new and expanded business opportunities through prospecting, networking, relationship building, and selling additional services to current client base.
Provides coordination of sales activities throughout the sales process including qualifications, discovery, proposals, pricing presentations and negotiations.
Establishes and maintains strong relationships with industry experts through participation in introductory meetings, proposal and capability pitches and contract negotiations.
Builds and maintains strategic and effective relationships with program managers, clients and prospective clients, project teams, specialty contractors, vendors, suppliers, user groups and
others that reflect and support the Company's core values and meet or exceed the customer's expectations.
Provides regular and high-quality technical advice, mentoring, training, and assistance to work team and other co-workers as needed.
Consistently make decisions in an attentive and safe manner to ensure the safety and health of self and others.
Utilizes LEAN concepts or other continuous improvement methodologies to ensure the most efficient operations, processes, and activities.
Promotes and models the Company mission, vision and values through exercising sound and ethical business practices, championing all elements of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and
providing high quality services and programs as they relate to clients, subcontractors, co-workers, suppliers, and the public
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering, business administration, service management or a related field.
Minimum 3-5 years of experience with program/project management and in partnership with marketing and/or sales functions.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, etc. Familiarity with business intelligence tools (i.e., SalesForce and PowerBI). Broad experience with other
software and financial systems is desired.
Excellent proven experience using quantitative skills to solve advanced problems and deal with a variety of options in complex situations. Strong ability to problem-solve both independently and working as a team. Draws upon the analysis of others and makes reliable recommendations.
Strong training, skills, and a thorough understanding of program/project management and the project life cycle.
Exceptional written, verbal, listening, and persuasion skills. Excellent customer focus, collaboration, teamwork, and interpersonal communication skills.
Superior mathematical skills and analytical mindset, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to develop strategic solutions, identify process improvements, and implement best practices. Strong ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex business strategies, client needs, and RFP documents.
Ability to motivate and work collaboratively with senior technical leaders, business leaders, subject matter experts, executive management, and client groups on various projects. Excellent independent organizational, prioritizing and time management skills.
Superior leadership abilities, including the capacity to mentor and develop team members, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Demonstrated elevated level of integrity and dependability.
Salary Range
$85,000 - 99,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
Benefits
At ArchKey Solutions, our benefits package includes competitive health insurance options (medical, dental, and vision), a robust 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holidays, and access to wellness programs. Additionally, we offer professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and employee assistance programs to support your growth and well-being. We ensure that our benefits are designed to promote the health, security, and work-life balance of our employees. Additional information is available at Archkey.com.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. #MN70-5
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.