On-Site Automation Project Lead (60% Travel)

Roboticsconnected; United States; Remote; USD 101,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

The Project Manager at Symbotic will lead cross-functional teams across design, engineering, supply chain, installation and operations to deliver large-scale automation solutions at client sites. You will ensure alignment, monitor risks, and maintain execution on time and budget while communicating with customers and executive leadership.

Remote, travel-based role requiring up to 60% travel; candidates must be located in US time zones to collaborate with on-site teams and vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 4 years experience managing large automation, material handling, or construction projects.
• Proven experience in scheduling, scope, cost, and risk management for complex technical projects.
• Background in robotic automation, ASRS, or material handling preferred.
• Experience managing design/build, installation, and construction projects.
• Stakeholder management across clients, contractors, and engineering teams.
• Track record of delivery on time and within budget.
• Willingness to travel up to 60%.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of project delivery, ensuring scope, cost, schedule, and quality objectives are consistently achieved.
• Lead cross-functional teams through the execution phase of the project, from early site preparation and coordination to final system acceptance.
• Partner closely with engineering, supply chain, quality, installation, and commissioning leaders to coordinate timelines and ensure rapid, high-quality system delivery.
• Proactively identify and manage risks & opportunities to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings, providing clear and consistent updates to both internal and external stakeholders to keep projects on track.
• Foster a culture built on transparency, timely decision-making, and strong partnerships across all project participants.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Smartsheet

Jira

Job description

The Project Manager at Symbotic will lead cross-functional teams across design, engineering, supply chain, installation and operations to deliver large-scale automation solutions at client sites. You will ensure alignment, monitor risks, and maintain execution on time and budget while communicating with customers and executive leadership.

Remote, travel-based role requiring up to 60% travel; candidates must be located in US time zones to collaborate with on-site teams and vendors.