Remote Senior PM - Automation & Industrial Projects

Gravity IT Resources; Cincinnati (OH); Remote; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Gravity IT Resources is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale automation, industrial installation, and material handling projects across the United States. You will manage project planning, execution, and closeout while ensuring strong financial performance, schedule adherence, and customer satisfaction.

As a senior PM, you will drive best practices, mentor project managers, and improve project execution.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of project management experience in construction, industrial installation, automation, material handling, manufacturing, or similar fields.
• Proven success managing complex, multi-million-dollar projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, automation systems, and construction documentation.
• Experience managing project financials, forecasting, contracts, and change orders.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and mentoring project managers.
• Excellent client-facing communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Advanced skills in project scheduling, forecasting, reporting, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to travel as project needs require.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout of complex projects.
• Develop and manage project schedules, resource plans, budgets, and strategies.
• Coordinate activities across engineering, procurement, field operations, subcontractors, and client teams.
• Ensure project deliverables meet contractual obligations and quality standards.
• Drive accountability and performance within cross-functional teams.
• Own project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and margin management.
• Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions for cost or schedule issues; manage change orders, claims, and commercial negotiations.
• Administer contracts and ensure compliance.
• Provide accurate forecasts and project reports for leadership.
• Serve as the primary contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships throughout project lifecycle.
• Lead project reviews and executive updates.
• Manage risks and develop mitigation plans.
• Lead change management activities and address project risks.
• Support technical guidance on mechanical, electrical, automation, and controls activities.
• Ensure adherence to project management standards and quality procedures.
• Mentor and coach project managers and emerging leaders.
• Promote best practices and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting & cost control

Scheduling & forecasting

Cross-functional leadership

Client-facing communication

Microsoft Office

Travel flexibility

Job description

Gravity IT Resources is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale automation, industrial installation, and material handling projects across the United States. You will manage project planning, execution, and closeout while ensuring strong financial performance, schedule adherence, and customer satisfaction.

As a senior PM, you will drive best practices, mentor project managers, and improve project execution.