Project Manager

Project ManagerSandvik has an opportunity for a Project Manager position in Alachua, Florida USA (greater Gainesville, FL area).Sandvik is a global engineering leader with over 41,000 employees worldwide. We're proud to be ranked among Forbes' Top 100 Global Employers. At our Rotary Drilling Division headquarters in Alachua, Florida, we design and build world-class surface mining drill rigs used across the globe. Our culture is driven by innovation, collaboration, and a passion for solving real-world challenges — all in a fun, inclusive, and rewarding work environment.The Project Manager position within Rotary Drills Design and Development (D&D) is responsible for managing the R&D and Engineering projects and activities within the division rotary drills at the Alachua facility according to Sandvik Project Model guidelines. Project Manager is responsible for planning project activities, managing project timelines and contents, completing the projects in the agreed schedule, and reporting the projects based on the priorities set by VP of Design and Development. Close cooperation with product line, sourcing, procurement, production, technical support and sales support is needed for successful completion of projects. This position reports to the VP of D&D.Key responsibilities include:Ensuring that all reasonable steps are taken to ensure all project personnel / employees are provided with a safe and healthy work environment. This includes compliance with the Sandvik safety management programEnsure Gate 1-5 deliverables are kept according to Project Model processCreate detailed work breakdown structure based on project scope, schedule and budget – project planEnsure delivery of Project on scope, schedule and budget. Monitor and manage triple constraintsDocumenting and reporting the project progress, preparing presentations to maintain the project portfolioDevelop project culture and best practices in project management at the facility – Lean product developmentDevelop and maintain the project white boards and maintain them throughout the projectMaintain a team-working environment through all level of management according to Sandvik Core ValuesPrepare and present project updates to the offering steering groupWork closely with a chief engineer and a product manager to agree on project scope through the projectWill work in compliance with the Sandvik safety management programDemonstrate respect and commitment to the IMS System (ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 & ISO 45001:2018) taking accountability for its effectiveness and continual improvementYour profileYou possess an MBA or B. of Sc. In Engineering. Five years of Project Management experience. Formal PM training ands certification. Min. 5-8 years of practical experience in mobile equipment or heavy equipment industry. Experience in New Product Development experience is preferred.Required skills & competenciesExcellent project management skillsExcellent people management and team working skillsAbility to manage teams/projects and bring them to successFamiliar with lean product development principleApplication knowledge of mobile equipment, preferably in drilling equipmentExcellent communication skills (both verbally and written)Demonstrated experience in building business relationshipsExcellent collaboration and negotiation skillsAbility to build high performance effective teams across business functions and lead the teamsBenefitsWe offer a competitive total rewards package, including:Health care coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription, telemedicine) starting 30 days after hire.Paid vacation with up to 80 hours rollover.Paid parental leave (eligibility after 12 months)401(k) with 5% annual salary contribution + 50% match on the first 6% starting 90 days after hire.Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.A diverse, inclusive workplace where innovation thrives.