Job Description

Job Title: Project Manager

Duration: 4+ months contract with high possibility for extension

Location: Westerville, OH - Onsite

Overview

• A Project Manager with 5–10 years PM experience — ideally technical background (HVAC, mechanical, data center cooling).
• PMP certification is a strong differentiator (HM will interview PMP candidates first).
• Must be very strong at scheduling (Gantt chart experience mandatory | MS Project or Smartsheet). High-volume scheduling / central POC for many concurrent tests.
• Able to speak technically to engineers and technical sales (doesn’t need to write tests but must understand the technical context).
• Experience managing projects >$1M preferred.
• Comfortable onsite at Westerville, OH ; travel minimal (~25% or less), reimbursed.
• Strong communicator, organized, thrives in fast-paced / first-to-market environments.
• Preferred: HVAC or thermal/data-center cooling experience, bilingual EN/ES helpful.

Job description

Lab Scheduling & Prioritization

Coordinate factory witness test schedules across three primary lab locations:

• Dearborn, OH
• Monterrey, MX
• Tijuana, MX

Prioritize testing activities based on:

• Manufacturing readiness and production schedules
• Sales commitments and customer urgency
• Product type and lab capabilities
• Ensure optimal utilization of lab resources and avoid scheduling conflicts.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Act as the liaison between manufacturing, engineering, lab operations, and sales teams to align on test objectives and logistics.
• Facilitate communication and alignment across departments to ensure readiness and minimize delays.
• Ensure all required documentation, equipment, and personnel are prepared ahead of scheduled tests.

Customer Engagement

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers attending factory witness tests.
• Coordinate logistics for customer visits, including travel, accommodations, and site access.
• Ensure customers are informed of test schedules, protocols, and any changes or delays.

Travel & On-Site Support

• Travel to lab locations as needed to support high-priority witness tests and ensure schedules are maintained.
• Provide on-site coordination and issue resolution during critical testing events.

Process Oversight & Documentation

• Monitor the progress of scheduled tests and escalate issues that may impact timelines or customer satisfaction.
• Ensure that test documentation, certifications, and reports are delivered promptly and accurately.
• Track and report on test completion rates, customer feedback, and scheduling efficiency.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of data center thermal management technologies, including chillers, fan walls, and liquid cooling systems.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, especially in customer-facing scenarios.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet) and ERP systems.
• Ability to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally, including to Dearborn, Monterrey, and Tijuana.

Preferred Attributes:

• Familiarity with direct-to-chip liquid cooling architectures and CDU integration.
• Experience with fan wall deployments and airflow optimization in white space environments.
• Multilingual communication skills (English/Spanish) are a plus.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in project coordination or program management, preferably in HVAC, cooling systems, or data center infrastructure.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing customer-facing technical projects.

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