Senior Project Manager, Facility & Distribution Engineering

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Pennsylvania, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Aid in the creation of project charters that detail project design and/or implementation requirements.

• Assist in the preparation of capital expenditure requests.

• Oversee the assigned project scope, which includes vendor selection and management from RFP through design, installation, and final invoicing.

• Coordinate onsite build or installation activities with both internal and external partners.

• Develop and oversee project budgets.

• Manage projects that involve material handling equipment, warehouses, business systems, building construction or modifications, and related services and equipment.

• Coordinate design, contractor activities, testing, training, and start-up processes.

• Supervise assigned team members.

• Track and report on project budgets and timelines.

• Issue or authorize purchase orders in accordance with company policies.

• Create, maintain, and report on project timelines.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and vendors.

• Produce timely and concise communications regarding project status and pending issues.

• Support supplier specifications, RFPs, and contract negotiations.

• Manage external consultants, outsourced resources, and vendor relationships.

• Work in conjunction with the Project Director and internal project teams to ensure alignment.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Operations, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

• A Master’s Degree and/or PMP certification is preferred.

• Experience managing automation or construction projects with budgets exceeding $5 million per project.

• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams.

• Proficiency in planning and tracking projects using project management software.

• Experience in developing and monitoring project costs.

• Over 7 years of experience as a project manager, project engineer, or in a related role.

• Prior experience in consulting, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or Kaizen is advantageous.

• Demonstrated expertise in leading projects related to warehouse operations, design, business systems, process improvement, standardization, engineered labor standards, and transportation.

• General knowledge of warehouse operations, design, and business systems.

• Familiarity with automated material handling equipment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, Access databases, Word, PowerPoint, and AutoCAD.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Excellent presentation abilities.

• Capability to lead and motivate work teams.

• Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills.

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to drive outcomes from both internal and external resources.

• Capacity to swiftly adapt plans to changing business needs.

• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time.

• Must reside near an airport.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Backup dependent care support.

• Adoption assistance services.

• Infertility treatment coverage.

• Support for family building.

• Behavioral health solutions.

• Paid parental leave.

• Paid caregiver leave.

• Training programs.

• Resources for professional development.

• Mentorship initiatives.

• Employee resource groups.

• Opportunities for volunteer activities.