Engineering Project Manager

Broetje Automation-USA; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 6% match

Paid healthcare premiums

Disability & life insurance

Paid time off 3 weeks

Holidays 13 total

Tuition reimbursement

International travel

Job summary

Broetje Automation is seeking an Engineering Project Manager in Elk Grove Village, IL to lead projects from inception through sign-off. You will own the project P&L and drive delivery with tight deadlines, coordinating leadership, subcontractors, and stakeholders.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in PM, preferably in machine building/OEM automation. This full-time position offers strong compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Management, Operations or similar discipline.
• 5+ years’ PM experience, preferably in machine building/OEM/automation.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall management of projects from concept to completion including planning, estimating, engineering, procurement, design review, construction management, commissioning, and buy-off.
• Prepare proposals, assist in presentations, and participate in contract negotiations.
• Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs.
• Serve as primary point of contact with the client regarding coordination, planning, budget, subcontracting, staffing, and schedule attainment.
• Manage all aspects of project communication.
• Ensure deliverables meet client satisfaction and QA/QM guidelines.
• Regularly report progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns.

Skills

PMP certification

Program / Project management

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration/Management/Operations

Job description

Job Title

Engineering Project Manager

Location

Elk Grove Village, IL

Job Type

Full time

Company

Broetje Automation is the world’s leading expert & OEM in aircraft manufacturing automation and robotics, working with the top names in our industry. Worldwide locations include: Germany, USA, France, United Kingdom, China, and Japan. US locations include: Elk Grove Village (IL), Charleston (SC), Savannah (GA), Wichita (KS), Mobile (AL), Kinston (NC), and Seattle (WA).

Summary

The role of the Engineering Project Manager will be responsible for managing projects from inception through sign-off. The PM will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer. The PM is responsible for the profit and loss of individual projects, completion of projects within specified dates and establishing and maintaining a professional relationship with leadership, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000
• 401(k) company match – 6% match, no vesting period
• 100% paid healthcare premiums (medical, dental, vision), no cost to the employee
• Disability plan & group life insurance program
• 3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 13 Holidays – 10 company holidays & 3 flex holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program $10k/yr
• International travel opportunities (Germany)

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Business Administration, Management, Operations Management or similar discipline
• 5+ years’ work experience in a PM role, preferably in machine building/ OEM/ automation background

Qualifications

• Prior experience managing projects for an OEM
• PMP preferred
• Program / Project management skills with horizontal teams
• High-energy, self-motivated, willing to take on responsibilities across functions & team’s boundaries, and drive assigned tasks to closure
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to work well under tight deadlines and frequently changing priorities

Job Responsibilities

• Provide overall management of projects from concept to completion including planning, estimating, engineering, procurement, design review, construction management, commissioning, and buy-off
• Prepare proposals, assist in presentations, and participate in contract negotiations
• Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs
• Serve as primary point of contact with the client regarding efforts such as client coordination, strategic planning, master scope management, budget finances, subcontracting, project staffing, facility support, and schedule attainment
• Manage all aspects of project communication
• Work closely with the project team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to client’s satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA/QM guidelines
• Report regularly on progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring office support
• Must have ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of industry, government and military contracts on project-related matters