On-Site Lead Project Manager, Material Handling

Material Handling Systems, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 106,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

FORTNA is seeking a Project Manager to own the scope, schedule and budget for material handling projects. This includes coordination with the internal project team, vendors, subcontractors and the customer, with on-site presence for the duration of installation.

The role focuses on managing projects up to $40M, ensuring effective communication across departments, scheduling engineering activities, and delivering solutions to installation and other mechanical issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Business or Construction Management.
• 5+ years’ experience in the material handling industry or site project management related.
• Experience managing a department or focused work team.
• Experience with detailed scheduling.
• Experience working with customers in planning and troubleshooting issues.
• Experience in coordinating department activities with other departments.
• Experience managing a budget up to $40m.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects up to $40M budget.
• Coordinate with internal project team, vendors, subcontractors and customer.
• 50% time on project site.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project).
• M ake tactical decisions and ensure their execution.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Scheduling

Customer communication

Team leadership

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Business or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

FORTNA is seeking a Project Manager to own the scope, schedule and budget for material handling projects. This includes coordination with the internal project team, vendors, subcontractors and the customer, with on-site presence for the duration of installation.

The role focuses on managing projects up to $40M, ensuring effective communication across departments, scheduling engineering activities, and delivering solutions to installation and other mechanical issues.