Head of Automation Project Management

Alliance Automation began operations in August 2008, seizing an opportunity to provide automation solutions to underserved industries. Our innovative thinkers design and build robotic automation systems that optimize production processes. We provide automation solutions for a multitude of industries; each helping upgrade efficiency, increase throughput and guarantee reliability in production.

Job Description: POSITION OVERVIEW As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for driving the successful execution of automation projects from inception to completion. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment with customer expectations, manage project budgets, timelines, and quality standards, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

TOP 5 RESPONSIBILITIES Execute project alignment with customer expectations

Understanding Customer Expectations & Goals

Managing Communication; Being Clear & Consistent

Adjusting to Changes; Be Agile

Clear Documentation

Handling Scope Creep

Conflict Resolution

Own project budget, timeline and quality expectations

Establishing Budgets, Managing and Monitoring Expenses

Forecasting and Adjustments

Controlling Financial Risks

Reporting

Creating & Maintaining a Realistic Timeline; Tracking Progress

Managing Delays and Issues; Contingency Planning

Communicating Schedule Changes

Ensuring Quality Assurance Processes Adherence

Coordinate stakeholder engagement

Identifying Internal Stakeholders

Understanding Stakeholder Needs and Expectations; RAIL & Issues lists Management

Developing a Stakeholder Engagement Plan; Meeting Cadence & Work Breakdown Structure

Facilitating Two-Way Communication

Managing Stakeholder Engagement Throughout the Project Lifecycle

Building and Maintaining Relationships

Deliver exceptional customer experience

Personalizing the Customer Journey

Delivering Added Value

Monitoring Satisfaction

Going the Extra Mile (Exceeding Customer Expectations)

Anticipating Needs

Relationship Building

Embracing Customer Feedback

Project management process execution

Executing the Project Plan

Management of all Project Milestones, Meetings & Process Steps

Team Leadership

ADDITIONAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Lead automation projects from initiation to completion, ensuring scope, budget, and timeline adherence.

Proactively manage project risks, develop mitigation plans, and implement solutions.

Act as the primary point of contact for customers, ensuring clear communication and alignment.

Conduct regular stakeholder meetings to report progress and resolve project challenges.

Work closely with engineers, developers, and vendors to maintain workflow efficiency.

Optimize project processes and identify areas for continuous improvement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE 3-7 years of project management experience, preferably in automation, manufacturing, or industrial solutions.

Strong understanding of project management methodologies.

Experience managing budgets, project timelines, and quality expectations.

Proficiency in project management tools.

Excellent problem-solving, negotiation, and leadership skills.

PMP certification or equivalent is a plus.

Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Possess a general understanding in the areas of mechanical engineering (tooling design, machining processes); electrical engineering (controls & automation) & machinebuilding practices. The Project Manager needs a solid technical understanding to enable them to maintain all the things necessary for the project.

WHAT WE OFFER Alliance Automation benefits include, but are not limited to:

Hourly/Salary Wage Based on Experience

Paid Vacation

Sick Time

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability

401k & Company Match

Parental Leave

We provide our employees with a safe, clean, climate-controlled work environment.

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