Head of Project Management

JOB SUMMARY The Project Manager III is responsible for driving the execution of complex engineering projects within ASI's robotics programs. This role translates engineering work into delivered outcomes by managing schedules, budgets, risks, and cross-functional coordination to ensure teams meet committed milestones.
As a Level III contributor, the Project Manager independently leads multiple concurrent engineering projects, working closely with engineering leadership, operations teams, and external partners. The role requires strong ownership of project execution, clear communication, and the ability to manage competing priorities in fast-moving engineering environments.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Own end-to-end project planning, execution, and delivery for multiple concurrent engineering projects
Drive detailed project schedules, milestones, and dependencies across cross-functional engineering teams
Hold teams accountable to deadlines while balancing technical realities and business commitments
Identify risks early, elevate issues when needed, and implement mitigation strategies
Build and maintain project schedules using tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar project management platforms
Manage project budgets and track spending against forecasts and program targets
Provide leadership with clear status updates, timeline forecasting, and risk visibility
Coordinate work across multiple engineering disciplines including software, systems, and mechatronics teams
Communicate effectively with technical contributors and engineering leadership to maintain alignment on priorities and deliverables
Remove blockers that prevent teams from making progress and maintain forward project momentum
Interface with internal stakeholders across engineering, operations, and leadership teams
Coordinate with external vendors and third-party partners as required to support program milestones
Apply project management best practices to improve visibility, accountability, and execution rigor across engineering programs
Adapt project processes to support the realities of engineering-driven product development environments
ESSENTIAL EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE, JOB SKILLS Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management, or a related field
6+ years of experience managing technical or engineering-driven projects
Demonstrated ability to lead complex cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders
Strong experience developing and managing project schedules, milestones, and delivery plans
Experience managing project budgets, forecasts, and risk mitigation strategies
Ability to hold technical teams accountable to timelines while maintaining productive working relationships
Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with highly technical engineering teams
Experience using project management tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent platforms
Familiarity working in Agile or Scrum-based development environments
Experience using Jira or similar tools for backlog tracking and engineering coordination
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience working in robotics, automation, industrial systems, or hardware/software product development environments
Experience supporting multiple engineering teams or programs simultaneously
PMP or Scrum certification
BENEFITS ASI offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
401k with employer match
Generous HSA contribution
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
PTO, Paid Holidays, and Flextime
ASI covers 90% of employee medical plan costs
EEO STATEMENT At Autonomous Solutions, Inc. (ASI), we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all employees and applicants have equal opportunities. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic. ASI complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination in employment and is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process.
Your employment with ASI will be "at-will," meaning that either you or ASI may terminate your employment at any time for any reason, with or without cause.

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