Supervisor, Project Manager at Vertiv in Pelzer, SC

Overview

Vertiv is hiring a Project Manager Supervisor for key data center accounts. This is a visible role responsible for supervising a team of project managers/coordinators while also managing assigned customer projects. The Project Manager Supervisor drives communication and coordination between external partners (customers, general contractors, site personnel, suppliers) and internal stakeholders (Sales, Operations, Purchasing, Field Services, and Finance) to deliver exceptional customer service and on-time delivery from order acknowledgement through equipment startup.

The Project Manager Supervisor is accountable for execution across a portfolio of projects (cost, schedule, quality, and customer satisfaction) and for day-to-day leadership of the project team. This role assigns and prioritizes work, coaches team members, ensures standard processes are followed, removes roadblocks, and serves as an escalation point for internal and external stakeholders while maintaining ownership of Vertiv scope delivery.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and develop a team of project managers/coordinators, including onboarding, training, setting expectations, and providing regular feedback.
• Partner with the Project Management Office (PMO) to implement standard methods, procedures, and best practices; ensure team compliance with required tools, documentation, and governance.
• Define project scope and key deliverables; collaborate with functional leaders to develop execution plans. Assign resources, coordinate with Order Management, plant production, Logistics, contractors, services, and warranty groups, and escalate conflicts to avoid customer impact.
• Monitor team workload, schedules, and critical path activities; set priorities, balance capacity across projects, and ensure coverage for deadlines, customer meetings, and site activities.
• Ensure contract requirements and customer expectations are met by leading cross-functional execution, reinforcing accountability, and driving timely issue resolution.
• Review project health and performance (quality, schedule, cost) using established reporting and KPI processes. Ensure meeting notes, action items, and follow-ups are captured and completed.
• Identify project risks and drive risk mitigation plans; remove roadblocks and communicate status, decisions, and escalations to stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders (contractors, customers, suppliers) and model a customer-focused culture for the team.
• Support talent management activities such as interviewing/selection, performance reviews, corrective action (as needed), and recognition; promote adherence to company policies and a safe, compliant work environment.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of project management experience required; experience supporting construction or mission-critical/data center projects is a plus. PMP or CAPM preferred.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Prior experience leading or supervising others (directly or as a team lead) preferred; demonstrated ability to coach, delegate, and hold others accountable.
• Prior power distribution equipment experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to lead effective meetings and present to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively in a matrixed environment and influence without direct authority.
• Knowledge of construction, electrical, and mechanical contracting is a plus.
• Critical infrastructure and data center familiarity (UPS, thermal, battery, monitoring) is a plus.
• Knowledge of engineering and manufacturing processes, data center infrastructure, and commissioning is a plus.

 

Travel

0-25% travel required 

 

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.  

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS:  Safety.  Integrity. Respect.  Teamwork.  Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected.  With $8 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people. 

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertivco.com. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company’s career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire