Project Manager-Operations & Process Improvement

Addison Group; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Addison Group is seeking a hands-on Project Manager to coordinate operational improvement and equipment-related projects across multiple locations in the United States. The role combines practical project management with a solid understanding of technical systems in the food or hospitality sectors.

The ideal candidate will manage projects from planning through implementation, collaborate with internal teams and external vendors, and travel as needed to drive efficiency and equipment

Qualifications

• Previous professional experience in the food, beverage, restaurant, hospitality, catering, or food-service industry is required.
• Approximately 2-4 years of project management experience.
• Experience coordinating equipment installations, facility improvements, or operational projects.
• Foundational understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with CAD software and Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project.
• Experience with project scheduling, budgeting, and vendor coordination.
• Strong organization, communication, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.
• Comfortable working in active operational environments.
• Willingness to travel as business needs require.
• Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects involving equipment upgrades, installations, and operational improvements.
• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and timelines.
• Track milestones, costs, deliverables, and project risks.
• Coordinate suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Work directly with operations and technical teams to support implementation.
• Assist with equipment layouts, technical documentation, and project planning.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities across locations.
• Travel between sites as needed.

Job description

Position Overview

We're seeking a hands-on Project Manager to coordinate operational improvement and equipment-related projects across multiple locations. This role will manage projects from planning through implementation, working with internal teams and external vendors to improve efficiency, equipment performance, and day-to-day operations.

The ideal candidate combines practical project management skills with an understanding of technical systems and experience in the food or hospitality industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects involving equipment upgrades, installations, and operational improvements.
• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and timelines.
• Track milestones, costs, deliverables, and project risks.
• Coordinate suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Work directly with operations and technical teams to support implementation.
• Assist with equipment layouts, technical documentation, and project planning.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities across locations.
• Travel between sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous professional experience in the food, beverage, restaurant, hospitality, catering, or food-service industry is required.
• Approximately 2-4 years of project management experience.
• Experience coordinating equipment installations, facility improvements, or operational projects.
• Foundational understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with CAD software and Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project.
• Experience with project scheduling, budgeting, and vendor coordination.
• Strong organization, communication, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.
• Comfortable working in active operational environments.
• Willingness to travel as business needs require.
• Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required.

Preferred Experience

• Projects involving equipment upgrades, automation, or new technology.
• Process improvement initiatives focused on efficiency and productivity.
• Equipment layouts, technical plans, or facility-related projects.
• Coordination of vendors, contractors, and projects across multiple locations.