Engineering Project Manager, UK field Engineering Team

Amazon.com, Inc; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global logistics firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee network-wide projects from concept to handover in the UK. The ideal candidate should have a B.S. in Engineering, proven technical leadership in large scale projects, and expertise in Lean Manufacturing. Responsibilities include coordinating design efforts, managing capital projects, and ensuring compliance with operational procedures. This role requires excellent communication and negotiation skills, along with a deep understanding of mechanical handling systems.

Qualifications

• Recognized experience on equipment design and layout of mechanical handling/conveyance/packaging systems.
• Proven technical leadership experience in development and implementation of large scale, complex projects.
• In-depth knowledge of standard industry practices including Lean Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate design efforts between internal teams and outside vendors.
• Manage capital projects including conceptual drawings and bid documentation.
• Provide frequent on-site monitoring of installation schedules and vendor quality.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Communication

Negotiation

Education

B.S. Degree in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

MS Excel

AutoCAD

MS Project

Job description

Project Manager – Amazon Logistics

Amazon Logistics is experiencing unprecedented growth and is looking to hire an experienced, innovative, hands‑on, and customer‑obsessed Project Manager that will be responsible and own all the network wide projects from concept to handover across the whole network of sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate design efforts between internal teams and outside vendors to develop optimal solutions for Amazon Logistical network, including equipment specifications and Fulfillment Centre (FC) layouts.
• Capital project management to include – Creation of conceptual drawings, equipment specifications and bid documentation to facilitate a competitive bid environment.
• Provide frequent on‑site monitoring and enforcement of installation schedules and vendor quality with MHE vendors/subcontractors.
• Inspect prospective and completed facilities in accordance with corporate standards and procedures, ensuring proper follow‑up on snagging lists and warranty work.
• Provide leadership and coordination between internal departments and MHE vendors for multiple installation sites.
• Develop and manage budget and contract documents including RFPs, change order controls, purchase orders, and invoicing.
• Coordinate with local site management to ensure proper operator training, procedural compliance, maintenance practices are followed for new and existing MHE equipment.
• Creating, submitting and tracking the relevant Capex documentation to ensure that all projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Work very closely with the UK Real Estate, IT and Process teams together with the software and Operations Integration teams to ensure on time project delivery.
• Understand the Operational process in detail, including the all the relevant WMS tools used on a daily basis.

Qualifications

B.S. Degree in Engineering or related discipline.

• Recognized experience on equipment design and layout of mechanical handling/conveyance/packaging systems.
• Proven technical leadership experience in development and implementation of large scale, complex projects.
• In‑depth knowledge of standard industry practices including Lean Manufacturing.
• Excellent working knowledge using MS Excel, AutoCAD, MS Project, and related software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to travel to throughout the UK dependent on Project location.
• Ability to design, specify and layout MHE from manual to automated solutions.
• Ability to effectively influence, negotiate, and communicate with internal and external business partners, contractors and vendors.
• Ability to function well in a fast‑paced work environment.
• Ability to provide leadership and technical guidance to field personnel – Experience in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and/or Toyota Manufacturing System.
• Ability to financially justify and deliver complex solutions to capacity restraints.
• Ability to switch from a 'strategic view' to a 'hands‑on' approach.
• Ability to lead, multi‑faceted projects involving multiple disciplines in a fast paced environment.

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