Manager, Project

DP World; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DP World is seeking a Project Manager to lead training and workforce readiness for traveling teams launching new data center sites. You will develop comprehensive training programs, coordinate onboarding, and ensure employee competency across multiple locations.

Ideal candidates bring experience in operational training within logistics or related industries, strong collaboration across cross-functional teams, and a willingness to travel as projects begin.

Qualifications

• Experience in project management in logistics, distribution, manufacturing or similar environments.
• Ability to develop, coordinate and execute training plans for frontline teams.
• Hands‑on training delivery and competency evaluation.
• Knowledge of safety, quality standards and standardized work procedures.
• Ability to manage schedules, resources and project priorities.
• Experience collaborating with Operations, Safety, Quality and Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead training and workforce readiness activities for traveling teams across new data center start‑ups.
• Develop training plans, SOPs, work instructions with Operations, Safety, Quality and Engineering.
• Coordinate onboarding and hands‑on training for data tower handling.
• Assess competency before employees perform tasks independently.
• Maintain training records and qualifications documentation.
• Partner with site leadership to identify skill gaps and readiness requirements.
• Monitor training effectiveness and drive improvements for safety and consistency.

Skills

Project management

Training program development

Workforce readiness

Hands-on training

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Masters preferred

Tools

LMS

Project management tools

Job description

Project Manager – Lead Training & Workforce Readiness for New Data Center Start-Ups!

Location: South Metro Atlanta, GA (Fairburn, Union City & Palmetto) Travel Required | Multiple Locations

Are you an experienced project leader who enjoys developing teams, building effective training programs, and preparing employees for operational success? This is your opportunity to play a key role in launching new data center operations with a global logistics leader!

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Project Manager to lead training and workforce readiness initiatives for traveling teams responsible for receiving, handling, assembling, and placing data towers at new data center locations. This role will focus on developing training programs, coordinating hands‑on instruction, ensuring employee competency, and establishing consistent work practices across multiple projects.

If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy building training programs from the ground up, and have a passion for developing people while supporting successful operational launches — we want to hear from you!

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Lead training and workforce readiness initiatives for exciting new data center start-up projects
• Develop and implement training programs that directly impact operational success
• Work closely with Operations, Safety, Quality, and Engineering teams
• Play a critical role in preparing traveling teams for successful project execution
• Help establish consistent training standards and work practices across multiple locations
• Gain exposure to new data center operations and project-based environments
• Travel to new locations and lead training initiatives as projects launch
• Join a growing global organization with opportunities for professional growth

What You'll Do

• Lead training and workforce readiness activities for traveling teams supporting new data center start-up projects
• Develop and implement training plans, instructional materials, standard operating procedures, and work instructions in partnership with Operations, Safety, Quality, and Engineering
• Coordinate employee onboarding, orientation, and hands‑on training for receiving, handling, assembling, and placing data towers
• Assess and verify employee competency before individuals begin performing assigned tasks independently
• Maintain accurate training records, competency assessments, and employee qualification documentation
• Partner with site leadership to identify training needs, skill gaps, and workforce readiness requirements
• Monitor training effectiveness and implement improvements to enhance employee performance, safety, and operational consistency
• Establish standardized training practices to ensure employees follow consistent procedures across multiple project locations
• Provide regular updates to site leadership regarding training progress, employee readiness, skill gaps, and potential operational risks
• Coordinate training schedules, resources, and priorities to align with project milestones and operational requirements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure training programs meet company policies, customer expectations, and applicable safety and quality standards
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance training materials, processes, and employee development
• Assist with the transition of trained employees and documented processes to ongoing operations teams
• Travel to subsequent data center locations to lead training and workforce readiness activities as each new project begins

What We're Looking For

• Experience in project management, operational training, workforce development, or training program implementation within logistics, distribution, manufacturing, or similar operational environments
• Proven ability to develop, coordinate, and execute training plans for frontline operational teams
• Experience delivering hands‑on training and evaluating employee competency
• Strong understanding of operational safety, quality standards, and standardized work procedures
• Ability to manage training schedules, resources, deliverables, and competing project priorities
• Experience partnering with Operations, Safety, Quality, Engineering, and other cross-functional teams
• Strong organizational, communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to analyze training effectiveness, identify skill gaps, and implement corrective actions
• Experience maintaining training records, employee qualifications, and compliance documentation
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing project requirements in fast-paced environments
• Willingness and flexibility to travel to new project locations as business needs require

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Human Resources, Training & Development, or a related field preferred
• Experience supporting new site launches, operational start-ups, or project‑based workforces
• Background in data center operations, equipment handling, assembly, installation support, or technology infrastructure environments
• Experience developing standard operating procedures, work instructions, and structured training programs
• Familiarity with project management tools, learning management systems (LMS), and training documentation
• Experience coordinating large-scale onboarding or workforce ramp‑up initiatives
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, continuous improvement, or standardized work practices
• Project management or training-related certifications are a plus

Join DP World and Help Build Something Great!

At DP World, we are transforming global logistics through innovation, teamwork, and operational excellence.

This is more than a Project Manager position — it's an opportunity to develop the workforce behind exciting new data center operations, establish training standards, and help ensure every project launches with skilled, prepared, and confident teams.

About The Role

How you will contribute

• Serve as primary liaison to business customers and provide recommendations for improved system processes. Develop deliverables related to project initiation including feasibility studies, risk assessment, project initiation reports, staffing, project organization outline, and standards and control procedures.
• Develop good working relationships with the local customer plant and project leader; ensures that we establish excellent two‑way communication.
• Monitor project progress, deliverables, quality assurance, and customer service.
• Adjust resources as necessary to ensure project success and completion. Provide work direction and feedback to all team members and assist them in issue resolution.
• Develop new processes as necessary to ensure mission critical systems are completed; provide expertise in identifying appropriate methodologies for large‑scale projects.
• Prepare and deliver formal presentations to colleagues and management. Shares “best practices” for account management, staff development, and technical expertise.
• Develop, maintain & follow a detailed Launch Plan based on syncreon Launch Process Template with focus on the following: Daily follow‑up with customers e.g. Plan for Every Part, Milestones, Ramp‑Up plans, Scope of Work etc., daily follow‑up with internal project team members, discuss project exceptions/issues from each project discipline, and ensure that the communication and dynamics within the project team will support the success of the project.
• Ensure that any external suppliers of equipment or services are sourced appropriately.
• Maintain, update & distribute weekly or bi‑weekly Flash Report for Steering Committee review so that it presents an honest reflection of the project’s status. Review, communication and escalation critical project issues with VP Project Management & Steering Committee in a timely manner.
• Schedule and facilitate project meetings as required to ensure that all aspects of the project are dealt with professionally and efficiently.
• Develop Project Evidence Binder, in line with clearly documented syncreon expectations and QS Standards – managed throughout the project on the Portal Server.
• Manage the Project Budgets (Resources & CAPEX) – If there is any risk to this objective, it would be expected that the Project Manager escalates accordingly to the VP Project Management/Steering Committee so that alternative plans can be made to either bring the budgets back on track or request further justified approvals
• Provide leadership, support & training to project team members and new operational staff.
• Manage handover process to Operations (Plant Manager sign-off) at the appropriate time which will be jointly determined by Business Development and Operations.
• Other duties as assigned

Your Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Masters also preferred); experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience in Project Management in automotive and/or logistics environment. Operational experience also preferred.
• Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks and reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
• Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
• Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations and willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
• Ability to be open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace and the persistence in the face of obstacles.

Compensation

DP World offers exciting and challenging roles within a growing international organization. We strive to hire and develop the right people, locally and globally, stimulating personal growth and self-development within an informal atmosphere. We offer a market competitive compensation package.

About DP World

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 111,000 employees from 159 nationalities, spanning 77 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses — Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end‑to‑end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What’s more, we’re reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.

The DP World family comprises of syncreon, Imperial and P&O.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW