Junior Automation Project Manager

Daedalus Industrial; Powdersville (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Daedalus Industrial is seeking a Junior Project Manager, Automation to support planning, coordination, and execution of automation projects. You will learn PMBOK-based methodologies under senior PMs, develop skills in scope, schedule, budgeting, and client communication, and contribute to disciplined project delivery.

This role combines office work with fabrication shop exposure and occasional client site visits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or related field.
• 0–3 years of experience in project coordination or engineering (internship/co-op acceptable).
• Foundational understanding of project management concepts (scope, schedule, cost, risk).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software (MS Project or equivalent).
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and grow within a collaborative, technically driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in defining project scope, deliverables, and objectives with PMs and stakeholders.
• Help develop project plans, budgets, schedules, and milestone timelines using company tools and ERP systems.
• Coordinate with internal teams to track progress and maintain project alignment.
• Support documentation control, ensuring accurate project records and logs.
• Prepare and maintain project reports, status updates, and presentations for review.
• Track project progress against budget and schedule; identify risks or variances.
• Support change management processes, including scope change documentation and impact analysis.
• Participate in risk and issue tracking with clear action item communication.
• Collaborate with team leads to ensure quality, safety, and client standards.
• Learn and apply PMBOK-based practices to improve outcomes; shadow senior PMs in meetings.
• Document lessons learned and process improvements; develop cross-functional communication skills.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Daedalus Industrial is seeking a Junior Project Manager, Automation to support planning, coordination, and execution of automation projects. You will learn PMBOK-based methodologies under senior PMs, develop skills in scope, schedule, budgeting, and client communication, and contribute to disciplined project delivery.

This role combines office work with fabrication shop exposure and occasional client site visits.