Project Manager, Customer Support

BEUMER Group • Somerset, NJ

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Manager is a key member of BEUMER’s Customer Support division, responsible for the planning, execution, and delivery of service-related projects across the installed base. This role combines traditional project management ownership with strong technical coordination responsibilities, ensuring successful delivery of system upgrades, retrofits, optimizations, and modernization initiatives. The Project Manager works closely with engineering, service, and customer stakeholders, bringing cross-functional leadership and technical understanding across mechanical, electrical, and software systems. This role ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and aligned with customer expectations—while minimizing risk in live operational environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in project management, engineering, installation, or commissioning of material handling or automated systems.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and delivering complex technical projects.
• Broad technical understanding of mechanical, electrical, and controls systems.
• Experience with system integration, particularly within existing/operational environments.
• Strong knowledge of testing, commissioning, and system validation processes.
• Experience with retrofit, upgrade, or lifecycle service projects strongly preferred.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and execution.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment.
• Proven ability to assess risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Strong leadership and team coordination capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), especially in customer-facing roles.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to drive results.
• PMP Certification required or ability to obtain within one year.
• Willingness and ability to travel to customer sites as needed (typically up to ~10–25%).

Nice To Haves

• Experience with retrofit, upgrade, or lifecycle service projects

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of Customer Support projects, from scope definition and planning through execution, commissioning, and closeout.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and resources to ensure successful delivery of upgrades, retrofits, and modernization initiatives.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, financial forecasts, and progress reports.
• Ensure compliance with BEUMER project management standards, stage gate processes, and customer contractual requirements.
• Drive proactive communication of project status, risks, and key milestones to internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead technical planning, design coordination, and system integration activities across mechanical, electrical, and controls disciplines.
• Act as the primary technical interface with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders for service-related initiatives.
• Define and oversee system testing, validation, and commissioning activities, ensuring operational and contractual requirements are met.
• Manage technical interfaces for retrofit and upgrade projects, including integration with existing customer systems and third-party equipment.
• Lead requirements management, including gathering, mapping, and maintaining traceability of technical requirements.
• Review and validate technical documentation prior to customer submission.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead and/or participate in customer meetings, ensuring alignment on scope, schedule, and deliverables.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships, ensuring a high level of satisfaction and trust.
• Coordinate with internal teams (Engineering, Service, Procurement, PMO) and external partners to ensure seamless execution.
• Own project financial performance, including cost tracking, forecasting, and margin management.
• Evaluate technical decisions for financial impact and identify cost optimization opportunities.
• Support procurement activities, including defining scopes of work, reviewing technical specifications, and managing vendor performance.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project and technical risks, particularly within live operational environments.
• Lead issue resolution and escalation management, ensuring timely and effective solutions.
• Drive root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including schedules, reports, change orders, and technical records.
• Oversee delivery of high-quality O&M documentation, upgrade documentation, and customer training materials.
• Support project reviews, gate processes, and lessons learned initiatives to drive continuous improvement.
• Support on-site activities including installation, commissioning, and system optimization.
• Coordinate with Field Service teams to ensure safe and efficient execution of project work.

Benefits

• Medical & Dental Premiums: We cover 100% of the premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• 401(k) with Generous Match: Secure your financial future with our competitive retirement plan.
• Life Insurance / Long Term Disability: Peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
• Ancillary Insurances: Including vision, accident, and critical illness insurance.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Achieve the optimal work-life balance.
• Company Holidays: Enjoy paid time off on designated company holidays including additional flex days for times that matter most!
• Performance-Based Bonus: Eligibility to participate in our Target Agreement Plan for bonus potential.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level