Project Manager

Grantek; Allentown, Northern (Lehigh County, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

401(k)

Life insurance

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Bonuses

Job summary

Grantek is seeking a Project Manager to lead critical automation and manufacturing projects across the Mid-Atlantic region. You will apply Grantek PM methodologies to drive scope, schedule, and budget while delivering high-quality results for premier clients.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Operations, Engineering, and Leadership, mentoring teammates, and maintaining exceptional client experiences. Eastern PA/NJ/DE/MD/VA travel up to 30% is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience managing projects through the full lifecycle.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and delivering complex projects.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, budgeting, risk management, and stakeholder management.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentorship in a project-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire project lifecycle using Grantek PM Methodology.
• Lead and develop multidisciplinary project teams.
• Mentor team members to enhance project outcomes.
• Monitor performance against scorecard metrics and ensure scope, schedule, budget, and quality targets.
• Maintain stakeholder satisfaction with exceptional client service.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional teams

Budgeting

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Mentorship

Education

B.Sc. Engineering

B.Sc. Computer Science

B.Sc. Business

Project Management

Job description

From concept to design to execution, be part of the team that gets everyday products to people.

Do you want to have an impact on creating products from today’s top brands? Does having a company care about your career today and into the future motivate you? Does an environment where your opinions matter excite you? Are you a natural born tinkerer? If so, you have found your next calling!!

Grantek is a recognized leading provider of integrated automation, smart manufacturing and industrial information solutions in the global marketplace. Our clients are some of the worlds most respected Fortune 100 companies and recognized consumer brands: Mondelez, Brita, MolsonCoors, Coca-Cola, Kraft-Heinz, to name a few.

We offer an atmosphere where you can express your creative ideas and talents by working on a variety of projects and technologies. Using today’s leading edge technology, you will partner with clients to solve their most complex manufacturing and industrial information problems.

At Grantek, we provide a competitive and all-encompassing compensation package, emphasizing our commitment to our employees' well-being. Our benefits, including top-notch medical, dental, vision coverage, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, and flexible work schedules, reflect our dedication to fostering a supportive work environment. We offer competitive salary package complemented by benefits, bonuses and additional extra hours payments. For more information on what Grantek offers, visit:https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/1366407

We are committed to providing a positive and healthy corporate culture, one that empowers employees, promotes knowledge-sharing, and encourages strong friendships and social connections amongst all team members. We are a team of dedicated Engineers and Designers with an average of 7 years’ tenure at Grantek. The vast majority of our employees have started off their careers at Grantek and have grown into successful senior team members who are integral to our client's manufacturing processes.

Job Description

The Project Manager at Grantek plays a pivotal role in ensuring the successful execution of projectsacross the Mid-Atlantic Region while applying the Grantek Project Management Methodology as a guiding framework. This role is responsible for leading multidisciplinary project teams, driving project performance, mentoring team members, and delivering exceptional client experiences throughout the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

• Oversee the entire project lifecycle, applying the Grantek Project Management Methodology to initiate, plan, execute, monitor, control, and close projects.


• Lead and cultivate project teams, fostering collaboration and synergy while guiding them toward successful project outcomes.


• Provide mentorship to team members, equipping them with the skills and insights needed to excel in their roles.


• Ensure project success by monitoring performance against established scorecard metrics and delivering projects that meet or exceed scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations.


• Maintain a strong focus on stakeholder satisfaction, ensuring exceptional service is delivered to both clients and project teams.


• Mentor and guide project resources on all aspects of their project responsibilities; conduct regular project review meetings to assess progress against objectives and assist in overcoming organizational obstacles.


• Develop, foster, and promote a positive, engaging, and collaborative work environment.


• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Leadership teams to support project execution, resource planning, and business objectives.


• Drive accountability, communication, and alignment among project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the advancement of project management best practices across the organization.

Qualifications

• Possesses at least one of the following: B.Sc. Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Project Management, or a related technical degree.


• Minimum 5years of experience managing projects through the full project lifecycle.


• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and delivering complex projects successfully.


• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, project controls, budgeting, risk management, and stakeholder management.


• Demonstrated leadership and mentorship experience in a project-based environment.


• Candidate must be located in eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, or centralVirginia


• Flexible with travel, which can be expected to be up to 30%across the region (PA, NJ, NY, DE, MD, VA).


• Travel expectations consist ofmainly day trips with occasional overnight visits depending on project needs.


• Be flexible regarding working overtime and non-business hours when required.


• Employee will be associated with and report to either Grantek's Allentown, PA or Richmond, VA office.

Additional Information

We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to provide Grantekians with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.