Senior Project Director/Project Manager (Material Handling)
$70 per houriMPact Business Group
Job Description iMPact Business Group is assisting a Global Material Handling manufacturing client who is hiring a Senior Level Project Manager. This role is based in Grand Rapids, MI with a preference for Candidates that have experience in the Material Handling industry. This is a senior level individual contributor role within the project management function, and will focus on leading the delivery of the organization's most complex, high-value, and strategically critical projects, typically exceeding $70-$100M in scope.
This expert-level position rquires exceptional project leadership, deep cross-functional insight, and the ability to navigate high-stakes environments with precision and influence. The right Candidate will bring expertise in project management methodologies, stakeholder engagement, risk mitigation, and change leadership.
A key focus of this role is building and sustaining strong, trust-based relationships with customers. This role will serve as a strategic partner who ensures alignment between project outcomes and client expectations. Typical duties - o Guide project teams through ambiguity and complexity.
o Align project execution with organizational strategy and business goals.
o Ensure delivery excellence-on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
o Champion a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Please Note: This is a US-based remote role requiring over 70% travel.
Typical duties include -
This expert-level position rquires exceptional project leadership, deep cross-functional insight, and the ability to navigate high-stakes environments with precision and influence. The right Candidate will bring expertise in project management methodologies, stakeholder engagement, risk mitigation, and change leadership.
A key focus of this role is building and sustaining strong, trust-based relationships with customers. This role will serve as a strategic partner who ensures alignment between project outcomes and client expectations. Typical duties - o Guide project teams through ambiguity and complexity.
o Align project execution with organizational strategy and business goals.
o Ensure delivery excellence-on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
o Champion a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Please Note: This is a US-based remote role requiring over 70% travel.
Typical duties include -
- Strategic Project Leadership
- Complex Project Execution & Governance
- Collaborator Participation & Impact
- Project Portfolio Management & Optimization
- Knowledge Sharing & Best Practices
- 10+ years of progressive experience in formal project management .
- 5+ years of experience in a leadership role, managing a team of project professionals.
- Proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget .
- Strong team building and leadership skills , with the ability to motivate and develop a team of project professionals.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to develop d etailed project schedules inclusive of all in-scope engineering, manufacturing, installation, and integration schedule activities.
- Experience with manpower planning, budgeting/forecasting, project planning, document control, materials management, and contract management.
- Experience in using project management software and tools, such as MS Project, Smartsheet, and SAP .
- Knowledge of the material handling industry is a plus.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Project Management, Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration).
- Master's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field is preferred .
- Project Management Professional ( PMP ) certification is required .
- Additional certifications in project management methodologies are a plus.
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