Strategic Manufacturing Projects Lead

Kirby Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Stewart & Stevenson is seeking a Manufacturing Project Manager in Houston, TX to oversee the full project lifecycle from sales quotation through production and warranty. You will manage budgets, P&L with the sales team, and provide clear communication with customers on status, changes, and delivery impacts.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3–7 years of related experience, with strong analytical and ERP system skills to ensure project success and financial performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with 3–7 years of related experience.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing and speaking.
• Experience managing customer-facing communication and project changes.

Responsibilities

• Manage full project life cycle from sales quotation to completion and warranty period.
• Develop and maintain reports for project status, costs and forecasts.
• Coordinate customer communication and change orders; act as customer advocate.
• Monitor BOM costs and ensure alignment with manufacturing needs.
• Analyze budgets, variances, and financial performance for accurate reporting.
• Lead cross‑functional teams to meet scope, schedule and quality goals.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Communication

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Stewart & Stevenson is seeking a Manufacturing Project Manager in Houston, TX to oversee the full project lifecycle from sales quotation through production and warranty. You will manage budgets, P&L with the sales team, and provide clear communication with customers on status, changes, and delivery impacts.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3–7 years of related experience, with strong analytical and ERP system skills to ensure project success and financial performance.