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Calgon Carbon | A Kuraray Company currently has an opportunity where you can be a part of our growing team as we provide our customers with outstanding products that make the air we breathe and the water we use safe for generations to come.  

Position: Senior Technical Sales Representative
Location: US – Remote West Coast

Excellent Benefits: Medical, dental, prescription & vision, HSA & retirement savings (401k) – Generous Company Match!
Perks: Incentives/bonus plans, competitive pay, paid time off (vacation starting at 3 weeks), tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, fun events, learning & development opportunities.  

Hours of work: Full-time position with hours Monday - Friday, typically 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Travel: 50%; air, automobile, and overnight travel to visit customer sites, and company meetings

Responsible for the sale of activated carbon, equipment and services as well as growing and maintaining current business relationships within the defined geographical and/or market specific territories. This position is responsible for municipal and/or industrial sales for various markets such as environmental, chemical, food, drinking water, wastewater, groundwater, and process applications, and requires selling/influencing decision makers in procurement, operations, management, consulting engineers, general contractors, etc. Typical territory revenue responsibility $12-$20 MM (not confined to this range).  This role has more autonomy for managing his/her territory than the TSR IV role.

Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to)
 

• Prepare and document all sales proposals and customer communications as required by the company and business unit directives. This will include the use of GCRM to record and share meaningful customer and market information, bid results, competitive pricing, and other relevant activities
• Update sales forecast on a regular basis
• Keep the manager informed of all activities, including business threats and opportunities, in the assigned customer and market territory
• Assist with Accounts Receivables as needed
• Expand and strengthen the assigned business portfolio by driving strategic growth initiatives and cultivating high-value relationships across target markets
• Identify and secure new opportunities through proactive engagement, market intelligence, and alignment with organizational objectives
• Deliver exceptional customer service by maintaining a deep understanding of client needs and industry trends
• Build trusted, multi-level relationships with key stakeholders across consulting engineering firms, utilities, and manufacturing companies, ensuring tailored solutions and long-term value through best-in-class business practices
• Conduct all activities with a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental awareness
• Promote safe business practices through professional behavior and by supporting company policies and standards in interactions with customers, partners, and colleagues
• Attend and be involved with market specific conferences and organizations
• Influence/Drive the creation of marketing collateral through communication of market specific needs
• Coordinate and participate in webinars, seminars and/or Lunch and Learns, as needed, to educate customers, prospects, engineering firms, and other stakeholders
• Responsible for the achievement of geographical territory annual sales, profit, and other plan goals
• Conduct regular outbound sales calls to prospect, qualify, and nurture leads, ensuring a full and healthy sales pipeline
• Initiate follow-up calls with prospective and existing clients to build relationships, address needs and advance opportunities through the sales cycle
• Assigned to special projects or initiatives on an as-needed basis
• Organize and/or present relevant technical-based presentations to customers, engineering firms and other market influencers or stakeholders
• Execute market strategies to strengthen Calgon Carbon’s position versus the competition
• Conduct activities in accordance with the marketing plan and sales strategies for assigned customer and market responsibilities
• Actively participate in training activities
   

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.), or equivalent from four-year college or university is required
• An MBA is preferred
• 7-10 years of Technical Sales Experience is required
• Experience in chemical manufacturing/industrial sales is preferred

More about Calgon Carbon, A Kuraray Company 

We are a company of scientific innovators with over 205 patents. For over 75 years, we’ve been innovating solutions to the world’s emerging challenges. Since creating the first activated carbon products from bituminous coal in the 1940s, Calgon Carbon has been a pioneer in developing advanced products, systems and services for air and water purification. Calgon Carbon’s product portfolio now encompasses more than 700 direct market applications. 

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Calgon Carbon employs approximately 1,350 people and operates 20 manufacturing, reactivation, innovation and equipment fabrication facilities in the U.S., Asia, and in Europe, where Calgon Carbon is known as Chemviron. 

Calgon Carbon was acquired by Kuraray in March of 2018. With complementary products and services, the combined organization will continue to focus on providing the highest quality and most innovative activated carbon and filtration media products, equipment, and services to meet customer needs anywhere in the world. 

Calgon Carbon is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled/veteran

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• Determines most practical inspection method and technique; plans sequence of operation; selects precision measuring instruments and equipment to dimensionally inspect units. Performs surface table inspections using standard positioning, measuring and layout instruments and equipment. Uses shop mathematics, decimals and fractions in the performance of the work noted herein.
• Conducts first article, receiving inspection, in-process inspection and final inspection assignments; visually and dimensionally inspects a wide variety of airframes parts and aerospace assemblies/components.
• Witness's first piece part production and certifies acceptability; observes and performs in-process inspection during component build-up and sub-assembly stages; performs final assembly inspection and observes testing operations to assure quality, workmanship and strict compliance with Arrowhead, military space and commercial specifications and standards.
• Inspects incoming metallic and fiber materials, plastic and rubber compounds for correct formulation call- out, serialization, identification, cure date and shelf life; verifies vendor and material certifications; checks heat codes, batch and lot numbers to assure product tractability; certifies the proper mixing and blending of bonding agents and adhesives. Inspects reinforced plastic and rubber products for delaminating, blisters, porosity, bond, elasticity, gauge surface smoothness and similar defects or characteristics. Checks configuration and part dimensions with or without the aid of assembly check gauges, fixtures and tooling. Prepares shipping data package for non-metal (soft goods) components/assemblies in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Monitors oven and cure processes and records temperature readings and dwell time; performs or observes pressurization and leak test using plant air, nitrogen and helium.
• Prepare rework tags, inspection reports and documentation. Coordinates rejection with MRB, engineering and customer representatives for depositions and process refinement. Assembles end item documentation for the review and acceptance of finished products. Prepares and maintains history files, records and reports.
• This job description is not all inclusive of all duties. Other duties may be assigned.

• Requires High School degree or GED. Related AA or trade school degree preferred.
• Requires 2+ years of related Quality Assurance inspection experience. Experience must include interface with customer source representatives, government sources, internal departments and senior management.
• US Citizenship or permanent residency.

• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector preferred
• Experience working in AS9100 production environment preferred
• Must be able to read and analyze engineering drawings and blueprints to determine requirements.
• Must be proficient in the use of basic inspection tools, calipers, scales, height gauges, optical aids, micrometers and GD&T.
• Must have experience with production processes such as assembly, forming, tooling, welding (fusion & resistance), heat treat, cleaning
• Must have experience with production machinery and equipment such as press forming, tube bending and other fabrication.
• Must have knowledge of metallic materials such as stainless, nickel, titanium, aluminum.
• Must have experience with composites materials and production processes such as elastomers, resins, and composite reinforcement material.
• Must be familiar with AS9102 standards and software, and military specifications.
• Experience using Net-Inspect standards and software preferred.
• Must interface effective across organizational levels.
• Must have good organizational skills and maintain accurate, complete documentation.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Must be proficient with the use of the Internet, MS Word/Outlook.

• N/A

• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Push and pull 50 lbs.
• Bend Occasionally
• Sit, Stand, and Walk Frequently

• Working knowledge of NetInspect, Inspection Expert, AS9100, AS9101, Boeing, Northrop, Lockheed Martin, UTAS, Honeywell, and DCMA specifications.
• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) certification is expected to be achieved within 12 months from the first day of employment.

The Director of Manufacturing will lead the production, planning, quality inspection and inventory control teams and work with the test and engineering teams for successful LRIP (Low-Rate Initial Production) of our Subsurface Compressor Systems; perform cost reduction; improve productivity, ensure quality builds; and ensure deliveries are made on time.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Lead and direct the manufacturing team to meet delivery commitments.
2. Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule; identify risks and take mitigating actions to address them preemptively.
3. Ensure production builds meet delivery, design, quality and forecasted budget.
4. Drive the S&OP forecasting process based on sales outlook, fleet support and internal usage.
5. Maintain spare part requirements for the operating fleet including R&D. Drive the S&OP process through purchase approvals.
6. Institute plans to improve productivity, reduce build costs and execute high quality builds. Continue to implement KPIs for these and define and track performance metrics, including OTTR and forecast accuracy.
7. Initiate NCR and follow through to closure to correct and prevent re-occurrence of manufacturing issues.
8. Verify quality traceability in the production management systems per ISO 9001
9. Ensure build procedures are consistently followed and operators are trained.
10. Build hardware failure contingency plans for production work and field support to reduce delivery risk and lead times
11. Implement 5S, including a special focus on safety assessment and PPE.
12. Assist in dispositioning discrepant material and ensuring engineering intent is met in the manufacturing process.
13. Contribute to and comply with ISO9001.

Skills, Experience, Education, and Abilities:

• BS degree in a technical field (Manufacturing, Industrial or Mechanical Engineering preferred) or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• A minimum of 7 years progressive and related experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to support hands-on decision making, management, mentoring and development of technicians and engineers in a highly collaborative environment.
• Ability to read prints and familiar with interpretation of GD&T call outs.
• Strong understanding of geometric tolerancing per ASME Y14.5, dimensional stack-ups, inspection procedures and metrology equipment.
• Experience building turbomachinery, which includes high-speed rotating equipment, electric motors, compressors and oil management systems.
• Familiar with creating ERP system BOM’s & Routers; experience with Global Shop is a plus.
• Knowledge of standard manufacturing processes for complex, precision turbo machinery: casting, machining, milling, grinding, rotor balancing, mechanical and electrical assembly, inspection techniques, oil management systems (tubing, fittings, etc.) and pressurized assemblies.
• Experience with NPI of complex equipment.
• Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma, Demand Flow Technology, Lean Manufacturing, ISO 9001 experience is a plus.
• Experience configuring assembly lines, in-process Kanban’s and visual work instructions is a plus.
• Good interpersonal and interfacing skills (i.e. communicating well with people across different departments both internally and externally)
• Additional computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite

Intangibles Sought:

• Able to exercise independent judgment and make decisions on technical issues.
• Ability to establish positive rapport with individuals at all levels of organization.
• Ability to motivate working team through leadership and “can do” attitude.
• Self-awareness; not afraid to ask for help or admit error.
• Willingness to engage in constructive debate.
• Ownership, initiative and accountability.
• Flexibility in range of responsibilities.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Position will lead the manufacturing team. Position will be responsible for directing and coordinating activities of others to meet company objectives.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

Time will be split between office and shop floor. Personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, gloves, or masks may be required in some assembly areas. Some travel will be required as needed for vendor visits/qualifications.

• Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
• Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges

Syserco Energy Solutions is a turn-key provider of Design-Build energy projects that help customers to lower their operating expenses, modernize their infrastructure and generate renewable energy. Syserco has been named one of the Bay Area’s Best Places to work for 15 consecutive years and we succeed because of our commitment to providing our Customers outstanding service and exceptional value.

THE ROLE:

The Project Manager will be the overall project leader on assigned projects. You will plan and oversee all phases of energy projects with the objective of successful on-time completions within budgets while ensuring that customer satisfaction stays at the highest levels. Projects include a combination of energy efficiency measures and renewable generation installations to help local cities, schools, municipalities, and other customers become more sustainable, save money, and improve services to their end users. The expectation is that you will simultaneously run one or several projects from early development through construction.

You will work with the sales team participating in customer presentations, and you will work with our engineering development team, subcontractors, and consultants to develop cost effective solutions. The role will then transition to a more traditional role managing projects across our portfolio of customers and energy conservations solutions.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate initiative, possess excellent communications skills, and be detail oriented. You must have a genuine passion for building innovative energy reduction solutions and must want to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide constructability review of scopes during project development.

Oversee project deliverables and contractual obligations.

Oversee project team including subcontractors and consultants.

Create, maintain, and manage project schedules, labor plans, and project documents.

Oversee AHJ, DSA, and utility and special inspections to ensure projects receive all necessary permit sign-offs.

Visit active sites to witness and partake in key milestones and ensure progress and quality.

Work with internal and external Procurement resources to contract the project scope across various suppliers.

Develop and maintain multi-month budget/forecasting revenue and payment forecasts.

Manage payment terms and balances with customers and sub-contractors.

Create Schedule of Values (SOV) on all assigned projects in order to maintain positive cash flow.

Manage project commissioning and closeout phase including all requirements needed to successfully complete projects.

Overall financially responsible to meet established budget, including change orders.

Provide consistent and clear communication with internal and external customers.

Ensure quality, timeliness and completeness of work performed.

Adhere to Syserco Energy Solutions’ Policies and Procedures, HR, Safety Plan and others.

Customer satisfaction results shall meet or exceed annual performance goal.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent understanding of construction law and local codes.

Strong analytical and financial management skills.

Proficient with Project Management tools such as MS Project.

Ability to handle multiple projects successfully.

Detailed oriented and organized.

Ability to work independently and unsupervised.

Team-Oriented, comfortable with open communication and collaboration.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Operation of standard office equipment including utilizing pertinent software applications and use of computer equipment for extended periods of time.

May be required to sit, stand, bend, climb and lift, push or carry items less than 50 lbs. around office and on occasion job sites.

Valid CA drivers’ license with ability to drive and operate a vehicle is required.

Willing to travel, according to project requirements – California only.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

5 or more years of industry experience.

Undergraduate Degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred.

Strong understanding of Renewable Technology, Building Envelope, HVAC, Lighting, and electrical / mechanical systems.

Makita is a worldwide leader in the professional power tool industry. Over the past 100 years, we have built a reputation for using the finest raw materials, the most advanced manufacturing equipment, and the most rigorous quality testing in the industry. Headquartered in La Mirada, CA, Makita U.S.A., with offices in Reno, NV, Wilmer, TX, and Flowery Branch, GA, has brought Makita's best-in-class engineering advantage to professional power tool users in America since 1970.

Job Summary:

The Product Manager is responsible for developing and executing product strategy plans that deliver new innovative solutions, achieve sales objectives, and strategically position Makita USA in a leadership role. This position requires a thorough understanding of the market, competition, trades, end user’s needs, applications, business trends, channels of distribution, and product price positioning for their respective category. This individual will be a product leader working cross-functionally to deliver their category vision and strategy for Makita USA.

Salary: $95,000 – $120,000 per year

Essential Job Duties:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Manage product development portfolio strategies to include new product development roadmaps and existing product portfolios to align with the company’s vision and objectives.
• Understand product life cycles to create planning processes and timelines to develop new products.
• Manage the overall product development process from ideation to processing the necessary steps and approvals to the implementation and product launch.
• Thoroughly understands primary applications for all related products and accessories while understanding the current competitor’s product strengths, weaknesses, assortments, and marketing strategies.
• Have complete knowledge and assessment of the market, both targeting users and dealer requirements, including current trends, size of the user segments, building code requirements, market opportunities, and geographical strengths to develop strategies to position and develop products that lead the market.
• Establish and employ product innovation positioning with attribute planning that articulates the value proposition to our targeted users.
• Lead/support cross-functional (research) development teams that may include engineering, sales, marketing, logistics, purchasing, outside research firms, and others to develop further new/refreshing products and promotional tactics.
• Responsible for increasing category revenue and profit by developing new products, enhancing products/solutions, implementing promotional activity, and developing/creating sales aids to further build user awareness and brand energy.
• Develop promotional strategies along with the marketing team for new and sustaining products that reinforce the Brand and value to both targeted users and dealers.
• Monitor workflow, milestones, and processes to ensure timelines and deadlines are achieved.
• Deliver product presentations to key customers, trade press, and attend required trade shows.
• Determine annual forecasts and sales budgets for related product categories.
• Strong time management, project management, and strategic planning skills while having a clear vision of the “big picture”.
• Support the quality improvement process by working closely with the QC team by assisting at the field, service, and user levels.

Skills Required:

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Teamwork - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethics; Upholds organizational values.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans.
• Adaptability - Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Marketing experience, including advertising, copy development, working with graphic designers, etc.
• Product management experience, including launching products, ideally in a related industry, such as construction or building products.
• Strong familiarity with power tools, perhaps as a contractor or trades professional, or at a manufacturer or retailer of power tools.

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position does have supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:

This position will sometimes work in an open office setting that is quiet and fast-paced and fosters continuous learning while operating under high demand/volume. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Travel:

40% travel may be required for this position, which includes overnight stays in some cities where events are being held.

Education and/or Experience Desired:

• Bachelor’s Degree from a college or university, or equivalent professional institution.
• Master’s degree in marketing, Business, or related discipline preferred.
• We will also consider non-degreed candidates with significant and highly relevant experience.
• 5+ years in product management or similar industry experience.
• Previous experience with both retail and distribution channels is preferred.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Required to regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Required to regularly stand; walk; and stoop, bend, or reach above head.
• Required to frequently sit.
• May be required to occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 75 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Able to ascend and descend stairs.
• Continuously reach out to sort miscellaneous items.
• Physically & mentally able to work in an environment that may be subjected to strict deadlines and multiple projects.
• May be subjected to working extended and/or irregular hours.

Our Benefits Include:

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options after 30 days of employment
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee assistance program (EAP) for mental health and well-being
• Paid subscription to Headspace and 5 other members of your choice

Financial Security

• Competitive pay & performance-based incentives
• Company branded vehicle provided
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Basic Term Life insurance is 100% company paid
• Long-term Disability Coverage 100% company paid
• Disability Coverage
• Voluntary Coverage: Critical illness, accidental, hospital indemnity, whole life, and supplemental life plans.

Work-Life Balance

• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays)
• Employee discounts on Makita tools and accessories - because we know you love quality tools!

Join Makita USA and power up your career with a company that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence!

Explore Opportunities & Apply Today!

Disclaimer:

This description is based on management's assessment of the requirements and functions of the job as of the date this description was prepared. It is a general guideline for managers and employees, but it does not intend to be an exhaustive list of all of the elements of the job. Management reserves the right to modify the description at any time, or to vary the duties and responsibilities of the job on a temporary or indefinite basis to meet production, scheduling, or staffing needs.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. Company policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, gender, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, veteran status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information, medical (including genetic characteristics or cancer diagnosis), actual or perceived sexual orientation, or any consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. All such discrimination is prohibited. Additionally, the Company will provide registered domestic partners with all rights and benefits as required by Law. The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) prohibits employers from requesting or requiring genetic information of an individual or a family member of the individual. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws and providing equal employment opportunities.

***We are managing this recruitment process internally and are not engaging external recruiters or staffing agencies for this position. We kindly ask that agencies refrain from contacting us regarding this role.***

Leads day-to-day operations of projects for a general contracting business. Multi-family and senior housing.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Planning and coordination of subcontractors’ work and activities for a project.

· Attend and participate in Safety Training programs and ensures implementation of safety procedures that create a safe and healthy work environment through the job site. Adheres to OSHA safety and record keeping requirements.

· Enforce compliance with project site safety, health, and environmental quality standards.

· Verify subcontractor certificates of insurance.

· Monitor subcontractor personnel to ensure adherence with project plans and promotes quality control of all installations.

· Leads on productivity issues and monitors work performance and productivity of company employees and subcontractors to ensure project plans and schedule are followed and project is executed effectively and within budget.

· Advise senior level management of potential problems, work interference's or schedule difficulties, while assisting in circumventing or mitigating such conflicts. Provides assistance to involved contractors in resolving problems.

· Contributor to development of a thoughtful project pre-plan which includes a CPM schedule, work sequences, manpower utilization, material handling and storage requirements and equipment use.

· Communicate with project team regarding Work Directives, RFI’s, and Material Submittals.

· When requested, interfaces with owner, architect and design professionals to ensure compliance to design intent and owner satisfaction. Facilitates discovery and correction of contract document “errors and omissions” and problem solving to reduce the costs incurred.

· Ensure compliance with all internal and external record keeping requirements, with emphasis on accurate, properly coded employee automated timecards and accurately codes, fully priced material delivery tickets

· Prepare reports, document and complete all punch lists in a timely manner, review all drawings, specifications and subcontractor submittals

· Follow completion schedules and maintain a daily, written log of activities on the jobsite. Logs and reports might include photos and videos

· Use Procore construction management system to perform record-keeping tasks including, composing daily diaries, maintaining project logs and retrieving RFIs, submittal logs and agreements.

· Contribute to building good communications between project management, field engineering, estimating and specialty contractors to ensure construction complies with plans, specifications and company quality standards and that projects are completed on time and within budget.

· Chair or attend pre-job conference, regular subcontractor meetings

· Train, motivate and support subordinate employees in developing their capabilities to further company, project and personal development goals.

· Responsible for continuously expanding and updating professional knowledge and honing training skills to enhance individual and team innovation and productivity.

· Perform additional assignments as directed by supervisors or as required for successful project completion

· Attend and/or lead job meetings and provide thorough reports

· Report to General Superintendent

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Ability to analyze and develop solutions to complex problems and to communicate effectively with diverse groups required.

2. Advanced knowledge of various construction disciplines, scheduling, cost control, quality control and engineering drawings.

3. Working knowledge of company computer systems, be proficient in MS Office and software necessary.

4. Must have comprehensive understanding of safety regulations and the application of loss control measures.

5. Must be able to read plans and have experience with punch lists.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Performing this job requires use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, sit, talk and hear, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works on-site at the construction work site where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise in these work environments is usually moderate to very loud.

This is a full time, salary position. Including health insurance, dental, vision, 401K, paid holiday and vacation time.

Job Type: Full-time / Monday - Friday; some Saturday's required.

Salary: Depends on Experience ($125,000-$160,000); 5 years minimum experience required.

Job Type: Full-time

Piper Maddox has partnered with a leading national electrical contractor and renewable energy EPC to identify multiple Project Managers to support utility-scale solar projects within their rapidly expanding Energy division.

This organization is a long-established engineering and construction firm delivering turnkey energy infrastructure projects across the U.S., including utility-scale solar, battery energy storage systems (BESS), substations, microgrids, EV infrastructure, and complex electrical systems. Backed by a major publicly traded parent company, they offer strong financial stability, national reach, and a significant forward project pipeline.

With more than 6 GW of solar installed or under contract and 2026 projected to be their largest year to date, this is an opportunity to join a high-performing team delivering complex, large-scale renewable projects.

The Role

The Project Manager will oversee the full lifecycle execution of utility-scale solar construction projects, ensuring delivery on schedule, within budget, and aligned with company safety and operational standards.

This is a traveling position. Candidates must be comfortable with long-term assignments and mobility across multiple states depending on project needs.

This role offers strong visibility, leadership responsibility, and direct impact on financial performance and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle construction management of utility-scale solar projects.
• Oversee planning, execution, financial performance, and closeout.
• Manage budgets, cost forecasting, scheduling, procurement, and productivity tracking.
• Drive project profitability while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Lead high-performing field teams, including union labor where applicable.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, contractual, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, engineers, and internal stakeholders.
• Provide accurate reporting on financial performance, risks, and schedule status.
• Uphold a strong safety-first culture across all job sites.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in solar construction.
• Proven track record managing utility-scale solar projects through full construction.
• Experience with an EPC or solar contractor strongly preferred.
• Candidates from an IPP or developer background will be considered if open to a construction-focused, traveling role.
• Strong understanding of:
• Project cost accounting & forecasting
• Scheduling & procurement
• Productivity tracking & reporting
• Labor management (union experience preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel 100%

Global Product Manager - Hardgoods

This role follows a hybrid work schedule, with in-office days on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at our Cypress, CA location, and remote work on Monday and Friday.

WE ARE SPEEDO

The world's leading swimwear brand, Speedo is passionate about life in and around the water. The brand's heritage of innovation derives from its leadership in competitive swimming, where more Olympic Gold Medals have been won in Speedo than any other brand. Unmatched in performance, fit and feel, we are also America’s #1 goggle brand.

From the first splash, to every stroke, the genuine love and excitement we have working with the water is what creates exciting and meaningful relationships.

Speedo is not where we work, but is who we are.

It’s watching a baby in the pool for the first time or our athletes make history. What we do is sacred to us and our connection to the rest of water lovers around the world. Driven by the challenge, not the glory. At Speedo, it is never enough to be good at what you do; you have to love what you do.

Speedo is a part of the Pentland Brands Limited Family.

We are Pentland Brands, a global family business bringing some of the most loved active and footwear brands to millions of people around the world.

We own Speedo, Berghaus, Canterbury of New Zealand, Endura, Mitre, ellesse, Red or Dead and we’re the UK licensee for Kickers and have a joint venture partnership for Lacoste footwear. Our products are available in over 190 countries and are sold either directly by Group companies or are represented by licensees and distributors.

All our brands have their own unique identities and every one of them is powered by Pentland. We have more than 1,200 employees worldwide and we’re always on the lookout for talented, enthusiastic people to help shape our future.

We celebrate differences and give everyone the freedom to innovate and develop, be it through creative working environments or learning opportunities. Our brands are there in the moments that matter - being there for more people, in more of those moments, drives everything we do.

At Pentland, we’re guided by four principles, we use these to make sure we’re not only doing a great job, but we’re doing it in the right way:

• Success is a team game
• With clarity and courage
• Better as standard
• In good conscience

We believe in building brands for the world to love, generation after generation. Your potential is our potential and together we can build and grow brands that last.

KEY PURPOSE:

The Global Product Manager - Hardgoods is responsible for building and maintaining Speedo’s global range within designated categories. This includes maintaining and growing current business, briefing and building new lines based on market opportunities and brand positioning, fostering key relationships internally and in the marketplace.

Additionally, this role will enhance brand values and deliver key performance metrics, style efficiency targets, and sales margin objectives.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver seasonal line plans aligned with overall brand and business strategy, highlighting global development opportunities, proposed costs, unique sales opportunities, and ensuring brand consistency across categories.
• Manage assigned product categories from concept to commercialization, including line plan updates, style setup, range briefs for new products and packaging, and development of competitive pricing structures that meet corporate goals.
• Collaborate with planners to ensure SKU counts, margins, and budget parameters are achieved.
• Analyze global sales histories, patterns, and industry trends; assess market size, structure, and dynamics to inform range development decisions.

• Coordinate key activities to ensure process and execute on time against agreed timelines with design and operations.
• Partner with Regional Merchandising teams and Commercial Leads to ensure product viability throughout the process, procure and maintain global forecasts, plan revenue growth against targets, and preline with sales in markets.
• Work closely with Asia Product Development to identify innovative solutions and technically advanced product ideas; prepare business cases where appropriate and maintain awareness of manufacturing environments and cost structures.
• Understand production lead times and collaborate with Asia teams to ensure on-time deliveries and adherence to the two-season development calendar.
• Partner with Marketing to communicate product features and packaging requirements internally and externally; execute seasonal packaging, collateral, and workbooks.
• Ensure product marketing is clear, compelling, and effective across print and web. Provide a seasonal launch package for all global sales teams.
• Ensure all design and packaging briefs are delivered on time to support timely product launches.
• Collaborate with Commercial teams and Regional Merchandising to provide quality input into the range brief and product development. Ensure teams are well-trained and fully briefed on product details.
• Engage with consumers and retailers to identify innovative solutions to market needs; maintain strong market understanding.
• Conduct market research, including analysis of consumer trends and on-site visits to observe consumer end use environments (pool and/or beach).
• Maintain in-depth competitive analysis of all categories in all channels of distribution and maintain a competitive sample/item library.
• Support in-field product testing to improve product development and benefit the sell-in process.
• Present product ranges, offers and ideas externally at retail, internally at sales conferences domestic and international.
• Partner with Marketing to deliver sell-in and sell-through assets; manage briefs, follow-ups, and track progress against deadlines for catalogs, tech sheets, and other deliverables.
• Drive product-marketing projects from concept through commercialization, ensuring alignment with calendar deadlines and timely handoffs.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in product merchandising or product management.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite.
• Knowledge or experience in swimming is a plus.

Pay Range: $85,000 - $95,000 annually

Base pay is a portion of our total compensation package and determined within a range that allows growth and development within your role. Your base pay will be determined based on experience, skills and qualifications.

Pentland Brands and Speedo are equal opportunity employers and considers all applicants for employment on the basis of their individual capabilities and qualifications, consistent with applicable law and without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, we have a strong corporate commitment to inclusion, diversity and to ensuring that all current and future associates are compensated solely on job-related factors such as skill, ability, educational background, work quality, experience and potential. To achieve these goals, applicants are asked not to disclose salary history information.

We’re seeking an experienced Sales Support Representative to partner with sales, technical, and procurement teams in a fast‑paced IT services environment. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on organization, cross‑functional collaboration, and supporting revenue growth across technology, telecom, network, and infrastructure solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Support the end‑to‑end sales lifecycle, including RFP/RFQ coordination, pipeline tracking, and order fulfillment
• Partner closely with sales, engineering, finance, and vendors to ensure accurate, timely delivery of IT solutions
• Maintain and organize sales documentation, pricing, contracts, and proposals
• Enable pipeline generation through strong administrative support and process execution

What You Bring

• 5+ years of administrative experience supporting sales, marketing, or procurement teams
• Hands‑on experience with RFPs/RFQs and sales pipelines in an IT services or technology solutions environment
• Strong understanding of telecom, network, or infrastructure services
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills, with proven success working across cross‑functional teams

Why This Role

• High‑impact position supporting complex IT solutions
• Exposure to enterprise‑level technology deals
• Collaborative, team‑oriented environment where your support directly drives sales success

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Torrance, CA.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Torrance,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 2026.

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at .

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.