Industrialization Project Manager

Job Title: Industrialization Project Manager

Location: Dublin, OH

Work Arrangement: Day 1 Onsite at Customer Location

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced Industrialization Project Manager to manage tooling and industrial equipment projects from planning through installation and commissioning. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in manufacturing/industrial environments, project management, procurement, and vendor management.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Execution

• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets for tooling and equipment projects.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, and suppliers.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications.

Procurement & Vendor Management

• Source and evaluate suppliers for tooling and industrial equipment.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, delivery terms, and other commercial requirements.
• Manage supplier relationships and ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.
• Coordinate procurement activities throughout the project lifecycle.

Installation & Commissioning

• Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of industrial equipment and tooling.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Validate equipment performance and coordinate successful handover to Operations.
• Work with Engineering, Maintenance, and suppliers to resolve installation issues.

Budget & Reporting

• Track project costs and ensure adherence to approved budgets.
• Prepare regular project status reports for stakeholders and management.
• Monitor project milestones, schedules, and deliverables.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and cost efficiency.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field .
• 5+ years of project management experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Proven experience with tooling and industrial equipment procurement and installation .
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and industrial equipment specifications.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Experience with MS Project, SAP, or similar project management/ERP tools .
• Excellent communication, leadership, and cross-functional coordination skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP or equivalent project management certification.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience managing capital equipment/tooling projects from procurement through commissioning.