IT Project Management Specialist

IT Project Management Specialist

Who Are We

Electric Research and Manufacturing Cooperative, Inc. (ERMCO) is the leading manufacturer of distribution transformers and engineered electrical solutions, serving electric utilities, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), and industrial customers across North America. Headquartered in Dyersburg, Tennessee, ERMCO delivers reliable, high-quality products that power homes, businesses, and communities across North America.

With a commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, ERMCO is at the forefront of supporting grid modernization and energy transition. Its vertically integrated operations, customer-focused culture, and investment in people and technology make ERMCO the Most Valued Partner for delivering resilient, sustainable power infrastructure for the future.

*This is a remote role in the following states: FL, GA, IL, KS, NC, NE, SD, TN, TX, WI, WY

Who Are You

A project management professional with a strong foundation as a Project Manager and recent experience in a PMO role. Possesses a well-rounded project management background with expertise in financials, budgeting, and departmental forecasting, and thrives in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

The IT Project Management Specialist is motivated by career growth, mentorship, and the opportunity to help shape a new and highly visible PMO function. Demonstrates initiative and curiosity and is comfortable working in “blank slate” environments by helping establish procedures, policies, controls, and standards that strengthen project delivery across the organization.

This position offers the chance to gain hands-on experience with ERP integration and aligning processes with new systems, making a direct impact on financial and operational performance.

What Will You Do

• Support and help shape a growing PMO by contributing to process design, continuous improvement, and best practices.
• Assist in developing, documenting, and implementing PMO policies, procedures, and controls.
• Facilitate training and onboarding PMO processes.
• Collaborate across IT and other business units to align processes with new ERP systems and integration projects.
• Prepare and present regular reports on performance, metrics, and project status.
• Actively contribute to the exchange of ideas across the PMO, IT department, and business units to ensure best practices are shared and consistently applied throughout the organization.
• Promote knowledge-sharing, cross-functional teamwork, and a culture of collaboration.

• Demonstrate a commitment to customer service; anticipate, meet, and exceed expectations by solving problems quickly and effectively, making customer concerns a priority.

• Ensure adherence to IT and organizational policies, standards, and governance practices.

What Will You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3+ years of combined experience in project management and PMO roles.
• Background in financials, budgeting, and forecasting (departmental forecasting emphasis).
• Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across functions and levels.

What ERMCO Offers

• Career Development: Exposure to ERP integration, financial project management, and PMO leadership.
• Mentorship & Growth: Guidance, empowerment, and support from senior leaders.
• Impactful Work: Opportunity to help grow a new PMO function that is highly visible and positioned to shine through innovation, policies, and best practices.
• Collaborative Culture: A team-oriented, non-siloed environment where ideas are valued, and cross-functional collaboration drives results.

Let’s Build the Future Together

At ERMCO, ideas matter, growth is supported, and impact is real. Candidates ready to take the next step in their careers and drive innovation in manufacturing are encouraged to apply.

Join ERMCO and TRANSFORM your career!