Airport Projects Lead - Baggage Systems

Vanderlande Industries GmbH; Marietta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderlande, a global leader in airport logistics automation, seeks a Project Manager II to lead multi‑million dollar baggage handling systems projects in North America. You will guide cross‑functional teams, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure safety, quality and on‑time delivery across complex deployments.

The role requires strong leadership, financial acumen and stakeholder collaboration, with regular travel to client sites and project locations in North America.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of progressive project management experience.
• Experience managing projects up to $50 million within airport infrastructure or material handling.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% across North America.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution and delivery of complex airport automation projects.
• Manage project financial performance, including budgets, cash flow and profitability.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules and milestones.
• Coordinate subcontractors, consultants and internal teams to ensure project success.
• Provide regular project status updates, forecasts and governance to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling

Budgeting

Risk management

Contract administration

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

PMP/PE/LEED certification

Job description

Vanderlande, a global leader in airport logistics automation, seeks a Project Manager II to lead multi‑million dollar baggage handling systems projects in North America. You will guide cross‑functional teams, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure safety, quality and on‑time delivery across complex deployments.

The role requires strong leadership, financial acumen and stakeholder collaboration, with regular travel to client sites and project locations in North America.