Sr. Project Manager

Designed Conveyor Systems (DCS); Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries and health benefits

401(k) program with 100% match up to 5%

Discretionary Profit-Sharing Program

Flexible PTO

Community outreach projects

Casual work environment

Job summary

Designed Conveyor Systems (DCS) in Franklin, Tennessee, seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale automation projects. The role involves guiding projects from kickoff to completion, ensuring strong communication and successful delivery while managing budgets and cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in project management, especially in material handling and automation, and holds a PMP certification. Join a collaborative team that values both innovation and employee experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Project Management experience in material handling or related industries.
• Experience managing large scale automation or material handling projects, ideally valued at $70M+.
• Strong communicator with effective stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all phases of project lifecycle including initiation, planning, execution, and closeout.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Microsoft Project.
• Manage customer communication and expectations across projects.

Skills

Project Management experience

Communication skills

Microsoft Project proficiency

Leadership skills

Budget management

Problem-solving

Education

PMP certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

About the Role

DCS is continuing to grow, and we are expanding our Senior Project Management team across both our Parcel and Distribution & Fulfillment (D&F) business segments. As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead large-scale material handling and automation projects for some of the world’s most recognized brands, serving as a trusted partner to both customers and internal teams throughout the entire project lifecycle.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast‑paced, highly collaborative environments and enjoys balancing customer relationships, operational execution, financial ownership, and team leadership. Throughout the interview process, we take the time to understand each candidate’s technical experience, project background, leadership style, and long‑term interests so we can thoughtfully align talent to the right team and business need across Parcel and/or Distribution & Fulfillment.

At DCS, our Senior Project Managers are strategic leaders who help bring complex customer visions to life. You will be responsible for guiding projects from kickoff through completion while maintaining strong communication, driving accountability, solving problems, and ensuring successful project delivery.

In this role, you will…

• Coordinate all phases of the project lifecycle including initiation, planning, execution, and closeout.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Microsoft Project, ensuring alignment to scope, priorities, critical path, and resource allocation.
• Lead the overall project execution strategy while leveraging DCS lifecycle management processes and procedures to ensure consistency with commitments and goals.
• Provide leadership and direction to cross‑functional teams, creating clarity around responsibilities, accountability, communication, and project expectations.
• Partner with internal teams to gather, define, and communicate project requirements across technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with leadership and cross‑functional partners to align resources against project demands and proactively address gaps or risks.
• Manage day‑to‑day customer communication and expectations across large‑scale automation and material handling projects.
• Drive organizational transparency, accountability, and risk mitigation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop strong relationships with internal teams and customers to foster collaboration and long‑term partnership.
• Manage project budgets, cash flow, forecasting, and billing oversight.
• Identify and resolve project and financial issues as they arise.

We are excited about you because…

• You have 10+ years of Project Management experience within material handling, automation, Parcel, Distribution & Fulfillment, warehouse operations, or related industries.
• You have experience managing large scale automation or material handling projects, ideally valued at $70M+.
• PMP certification is preferred.
• You are proficient within the Microsoft Office environment, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project.
• You are a strong communicator who can effectively engage with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• You are highly organized and capable of managing multiple priorities in fast‑paced environments.
• You are collaborative, adaptable, and solutions oriented.
• You possess strong leadership skills and can successfully guide teams through complex project challenges.
• You are financially minded and comfortable managing budgets, forecasting, cash flow, and project risk.
• You are focused on driving successful project outcomes while building strong customer relationships.

About Us

Conveyor may be in our name, but it is only part of what we do. Founded in 1982, DCS has grown into a leading provider of material handling and automation solutions supporting clients across multiple industries. From Parcel to Distribution & Fulfillment, we design and deliver custom engineered systems that help customers move products smarter, faster, and more efficiently.

We do not believe in one size fits all solutions. We believe in building relationships, collaborating closely with our customers, and creating systems tailored to their unique operational needs.

At DCS, we are equally committed to creating an extraordinary experience for our employees. We work hard to hire and develop great people, foster meaningful relationships, and provide opportunities for growth and impact. From a collaborative culture and flexible PTO to community involvement and team‑focused perks, we strive to create an environment where people enjoy coming to work and building something meaningful together.

More Reasons to Join Our Team

• We pride ourselves in our family‑like culture and casual, but focused, work environment.
• We offer competitive salaries and health benefits.
• Our 401(k) program includes a 100% match up to 5%.
• Participation in our Discretionary Profit‑Sharing Program.
• We offer our employees flexibility and autonomy.
• We do community outreach projects throughout the year.
• We know how to throw company events.
• We work hard, but we also know how to have fun.

Individuals seeking employment at Designed Conveyor Systems are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Accommodation is available to applicants with a disability condition, when applying, testing, or interviewing for a position. Please let us know if you need accommodation.