Remote Senior Automation Project Leader

Symbotic; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

Symbotic is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead cross-functional teams in delivering large-scale automation solutions at client sites. The role focuses on keeping projects on scope, schedule, cost, and quality, with proactive risk management and strong executive communication.

The position is remote with up to 60% travel, requiring a background in engineering or construction management, and a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 7 years experience managing large automation, material handling, or construction projects.
• Proven expertise in scheduling, scope, cost, and risk management for complex technical projects.

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, while maintaining a strong focus on project goals.
• 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.
• Champion continuous improvement by refining processes, standards, and communications that improve efficiency and team collaboration.
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings, providing clear and consistent updates to both internal and external stakeholders to keep projects on track.

Skills

Scheduling

Cost management

Risk management

Data-driven tracking

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent

Tools

Smartsheet

Jira

Job description

Symbotic is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead cross-functional teams in delivering large-scale automation solutions at client sites. The role focuses on keeping projects on scope, schedule, cost, and quality, with proactive risk management and strong executive communication.

The position is remote with up to 60% travel, requiring a background in engineering or construction management, and a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.