CRAVE TECHNICAL
Project Manager, Project & Portfolio Management
Colorado Springs, Colorado
About the Role
Crave Technical is seeking a Project & Portfolio Manager to join our team. This role leads engineering and controls-integration projects from kickoff through close-out, while also maintaining visibility into Crave Technical’s full project portfolio for resourcing and prioritization decisions. This is a hands-on opportunity for a Project Manager who enjoys technically challenging, customer-focused work and wants to continue developing project planning, portfolio reporting, and cross-functional leadership skills in an industrial automation and engineering environment.
Key Responsibilities
· Define scope, schedules, budgets, and resource plans for engineering and controls-integration projects, and manage execution from kickoff through close-out
· Lead cross-functional engineering and project teams, assigning tasks and removing obstacles to keep work on schedule
· Identify, mitigate, and escalate project risks and issues proactively
· Manage scope changes through a formal change-control process, communicating cost and schedule impacts to stakeholders
· Maintain a portfolio-level view of all active and upcoming projects, including status, health, and resource loading across the team
· Report project and portfolio status, risks, and financial performance to customers and company leadership
· Develop rapport with customers and communicate as needed
QualificationsRequired
· Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
· 3+ years of project management experience, including managing multiple concurrent projects
· Equivalent combination of education and relevant project management experience will be considered
· Proficiency with project and portfolio management software (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar), strong financial acumen in budgeting and cost control, and excellent stakeholder communication skills
Preferred
· Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls Engineering
· PMP (Project Management Professional) certification; PfMP (Portfolio Management Professional) a plus
· Experience with portfolio management frameworks and prior experience delivering industrial automation, controls, or systems integration projects
Ongoing Training
The Project Manager is expected to complete periodic refresher training and additional technical, safety,
software, or process training as required by Crave Technical, customer requirements, changes in job
responsibilities, or updates to company standards and procedures.
Physical & Work Requirements
· Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a computer
· Occasional travel to customer sites and manufacturing facilities, including time on active production floors
· Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and via video conference with customers and project teams
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this Full-Time position is $75,000-$90,000. Actual pay within the posted range will be determined based on job-related factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, and qualifications. This is an Exempt position and is not eligible for overtime in accordance with applicable law.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with a 4% Company Match
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Sick Leave
About Crave Technical
Crave Technical is a systems integration and engineering services company headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado. We deliver industrial automation and controls solutions that help customers improve manufacturing processes, productivity, quality, and safety. Our capabilities include PLC and software development, machine vision, industrial safety systems, electrical design, controls engineering, and manufacturing process development across a range of industries.
Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodations
Crave Technical is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made based on job-related qualifications and business needs without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Crave Technical provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities and as otherwise required by applicable law. Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or hiring process may request one through the company’s recruiting contact or the application platform.
Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
