Project Manager II

Project Manager IIKNAPP brings new technology to warehouse automation. The KNAPP Group is a global provider of intelligent automation solutions for intralogistics and manufacturing, specializing in the sectors healthcare, fashion/apparel, general retail, food retail, industry and service. We live and breathe automation. We, more than 8,000 employees of the KNAPP Group in over 60 locations worldwide, shaping the future-oriented industry of intralogistics are dedicated to making complexity simple. One of KNAPP's primary goals is to use continuous innovation to drive warehouse automation forward, always with the specific needs of the customers in mind. KNAPP Group's unrelenting development activity is evident in everything from automated order picking systems and continuing refinement of container handling technology to its state-of-the-art, industry leading software solutions.ResponsibilitiesA Project Manager II is expected to manage multiple projects of moderate to high complexity concurrently and without direct supervision. Projects falling within the responsibilities of a Project Manager II may have some, but not all, of the following characteristics:Manage 2-4 projects up to $60 million in value or a single project up $25 millionExpected project margins greater than 15%Manage retrofits, greenfield or brownfield project(s) for new or existing Knapp customersMay be selected to manage a reference project for a new customer or product lineIntegration of scope from 2 or more Knapp Group subsidiary companiesIntegration of limited 3rd party equipment (under 25% of project scope)Projects may have minor contractual and schedule risks (accelerated schedule for existing customer, customer specific contract terms)Project may require minor software development of established Knapp productsMay be the Knapp US project manager responsible for executing projects in North America as part of a global program within the Knapp GroupA Project Manager II is expected to perform the following responsibilities in completion of his/her work:Ensure all required communication between project stakeholders, Knapp resources, suppliers, etc., occurs in a time frame and to the level of detail necessary for a successful projectSteer all project related activities and ensure they occur in a time frame necessary for a successful projectProduce, distribute, and file documentation as required to ensure contractual requirements are met and all possible risk to Knapp is mitigated. A partial list of documentation produced by a Project Manager may include:Meeting minutes with action itemsConfirmation of discussionMeeting agendasCritical path schedulesProject risk registerCommercial correspondence (Customer and Supplier)Cost analysis and project forecastStatus reports (internal and external)Open Issues listsKnow and understand which issues need to be escalated, when, and to whom, to eliminate negative impact to a projectOperate and negotiate independently within Knapp policies, procedures, and directivesChampion a project within the Knapp Group from inception to completionDevelop and maintain good lines of communication with Knapp team members, stakeholders based at Knapp AG (parent company) or other Knapp subsidiaries, and the site manager and implementation team leads onsiteEnsure all necessary information flows between Knapp AG, other Knapp subsidiaries, and the CustomerHave overall responsibility for all commercial itemsCreate, maintain, and track project schedules, using critical path methodologyMaintain project budget forecast, in coordination with Project ControllingManage the Customer contractCoordinate change order pricing and proposalsEvaluate Requests for Quote (RFQs) and subcontracts for major buy-out/3rd party components and systems, in coordination with Procurement and Final EngineeringManage sub-contracts for 3rd party equipment and service providersCoordinate with resources for the project with managers of internal teams (installation, commissioning, product, etc.)Drive resolution of all project-related open issuesManage multiple small projects simultaneouslyManage project teams, which may or may not include a Site Manager, Installation Supervisors, and Commissioning EngineersOccasionally, serve as a process owner for one of Knapp's core project management toolsRequirementsAuthorization to work in the U.S.Passport or ability to obtain passportTravel required up to 50% quarterly international travelProfessional office etiquette is required at all timesPhysical requirements may include: sitting, squatting, walking, reaching out to arm's length, reaching over-head, lifting between 50-100 pounds, and readingBenefits2 remote days per week when in officeHalf day Fridays when in officeA beautiful new, state-of-the-art, office complex in Kennesaw, GAIndustry competitive compensationGreat benefits with better than average employer contributions, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short & Long Term Disability and more!401k with a very generous employer match and no vesting!Paid Vacation & HolidaysProfit SharingPaid Parental LeaveSubsidized DaycareTuition ReimbursementPet InsuranceSubsidized food deliveryMonthly celebrationsQuarterly employee eventsCorporate Social Responsibility including recycling, sustainability and volunteeringKNAPP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other basis protected by law.Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, strict adherence to KNAPP's drug-free workplace policy is required. All candidates will be subject to drug-screening in accordance with the policy and will be expected to remain drug-free during their employment. There will be no exception if recreational or medical use of marijuana is permitted in the location of employment and/or residence or if use of marijuana is only during "off-hours."