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Under general direction of an Engineering Project Director, the Engineering Project Manager is responsible for one or more components of an overall project. Projects relate to the design, build, and improvement of distribution facilities and processes. Assignments may span one or more projects that can range in size, complexity, and cross functional involvement. Typical scope of management ranges from less than $1MM to greater than $20MM per project. This is a remote based role in the United States. The successful candidate must be willing to travel upto 75% of the time.
Job Responsibility:
Works closely with Project Director to assist in the development of a project charter outlining project design and/or implementation requirements
Assists in the preparation of capital expenditure requests for projects
Manages assigned scope according to the project charter
Project elements may include material handling equipment, warehouse, and business systems, building construction or modification and other equipment and services typically found within a distribution environment
Assigned scope may include design, contractor coordination, testing, training, and start up activities
May be assigned multiple areas of scope
May be assigned overall responsibility for a project
Manages assigned team members in the execution of the assigned scope
Manages and reports on project budget for assigned scope
May issue or approve purchase orders according to company policy
Develops, maintains, and reports on timelines for assigned scope
Typically requires cross-functional coordination with other internal teams and vendors
Generates timely and concise communication regarding project status and pending issues
Supports in the development of supplier specifications and RFP’s, supports the contractual negotiations, and manages the execution of the plans outlined in the contracts
Manages engagement with external consultants and other outsourced resources and vendors that perform work associated with the assigned project scope
Coordinates activities with Project Director and other internal project teams to ensure alignment
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Operations, Business Administration, or a related field
Experience managing automation or construction projects exceeding $5MM per project
Experience leading cross-functional teams
Experience planning and tracking projects using project management software
Experience developing and tracking project costs
7+ years of experience as a project manager, project engineer or related occupation
General knowledge of warehouse operations, warehouse design, and warehouse and business systems
General knowledge of automated material handling equipment
Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Excel, Access databases, Word, PowerPoint and AutoCAD
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Strong presentation skills
Good analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills
Strong organizational skills
attention to detail
Must be able to drive results from both internal and external resources
Must be able to quickly adapt plans to changing business requirements
Normally requires a minimum of five (5) years directly related and progressively responsible experience
Willing to travel up to 75% of the time
Nice to have:
Master’s Degree and/or PMP certification desired
Prior experience in consulting, Six-Sigma, Lean Manufacturing or Kaizen is beneficial
Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and experience leading projects related to warehouse operations, warehouse design, warehouse and business systems, process improvement and standardization, engineered labor standards, and transportation
Ability to communicate (and work) effectively with people from different technical and business backgrounds, acting as a liaison, understanding and appreciating different perspectives and translating into terms necessary for any group or individual to understand
Ability to lead dynamically and energize work teams to learn and apply new skills and techniques to respond to business needs
What we offer:
Medical, dental, and vision care
Comprehensive suite of benefits focusing on physical, emotional, financial, and social wellness
Support for working families (backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support)
Behavioral health solutions
Paid parental leave
Paid caregiver leave
Training programs
Professional development resources
Opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities