Project Manager

The Project Manager is responsible for leading the successful execution of customer projects from contract award through final delivery and customer acceptance. This role serves as the primary point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders, ensuring projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with customer expectations and company objectives. The Project Manager oversees project planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource coordination, risk management, and customer communications throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate is a highly organized and proactive professional with strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills who can effectively manage multiple projects and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilit ieManage multiple customer projects simultaneously from project kickoff through final delivery and acceptan ceDevelop, maintain, and communicate project schedules, budgets, resource plans, and key mileston esServe as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecyc leLead project kickoff meetings and facilitate ongoing status meetings with customers and internal tea msMonitor project performance, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain project objectiv esCoordinate activities across internal departments to ensure project deliverables are completed on time and within budg etTrack project costs, forecasts, change orders, and scope modifications to ensure financial performance and customer satisfacti onManage customer expectations and proactively communicate project status, challenges, and solutio nsEnsure project documentation, reports, and records are maintained accurately and in accordance with company standar dsPrepare and present project updates, financial summaries, and performance metrics to customers and company leadersh ipSupport contract review activities and ensure project execution aligns with contractual requiremen tsCollaborate with sales, operations, and functional teams to ensure smooth project transitions and successful executi onDrive accountability among project stakeholders to meet commitments and achieve project goa lsPromote a culture of customer focus, continuous improvement, quality, and operational excellen ceQualificatio nsEducati onBachelor's degree in Business, Project Management, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field preferr edEquivalent combinations of education and relevant experience will be consider edExperien ce1–7+ years of project management experience in manufacturing, industrial, capital equipment, automation, construction, or related industri esProven experience managing project budgets, schedules, customer relationships, and cross-functional tea msDemonstrated success delivering projects on time and within budg etExperience with ERP systems and project management software preferr ed.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilit ieStrong project planning, budgeting, forecasting, and organizational skil lsExcellent leadership, interpersonal, and stakeholder management abiliti esExceptional verbal and written communication skil lsStrong customer service and relationship management skil lsAbility to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines in a dynamic environme ntProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Project, PowerPoint, and Outlo okStrong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skil lsAbility to influence and coordinate cross-functional teams without direct authori tyPMP certification or equivalent project management certification is a pl usPhysical Requireme ntAbility to travel domestically up to 10% of the ti meAbility to visit customer sites, manufacturing facilities, and project locations as need edAbility to sit, stand, walk, and use standard office equipment for extended perio dsAbility to occasionally lift up to 25 poun ntThis position operates in both office and customer-facing environments and requires frequent interaction with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. The role focuses on project coordination, communication, and execution while ensuring projects meet customer expectations, business objectives, and financial goa #J-18808-Ljbffr