Project Manager I - Project Based

Autonomous Solutions•Logan, UT

About The Position

This is a project-based employee role supporting the initial development phase of our autonomous vehicle platforms. Development phases of this nature span until project completion though scope and duration are driven by business needs. Job Summary The Project Manager I is responsible for executing assigned projects within defined scope, schedule, and budget. This role applies PMO standards, tools, and processes to plan, track, and report project progress while coordinating cross-functional teams. The Project Manager I ensures clear communication, maintains accurate project data, and escalates risks and issues early to support successful delivery of project milestones aligned to business objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
1–3 years of experience in project coordination, project management, or related role
Foundational experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies, including participation in sprint planning, stand-ups, and backlog tracking
Familiarity with PMP-based project management principles (e.g., scope, schedule, risk, and stakeholder management)
Experience using project management tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project, Smartsheet)
Experience working in cross-functional team environments

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience in robotics, automation, or related technical industries

Responsibilities

Executes assigned projects in alignment with defined scope, schedule, and budget
Tracks project progress, milestones, and deliverables using PMO tools and standards
Prepares and communicates regular project status updates (including schedule, risks, and issues)
Escalates risks, delays, and issues early to appropriate stakeholders
Supports coordination of project meetings, design reviews, and milestone reviews
Supports gathering and documentation of customer or internal requirements
Assists in defining project scope and deliverables based on stakeholder input
Provides input to planning activities such as timelines and high-level estimates as requested
Supports development of project plans including scope, schedule, and task breakdowns
Maintains project schedules and ensures tasks are properly sequenced and updated
Documents and communicates requirements clearly to project teams
Applies PMO templates and standards for planning and documentation
Coordinates execution of project tasks across cross-functional teams
Tracks completion of deliverables and ensures alignment to defined milestones
Maintains visibility of project activities, dependencies, and risks
Ensures project data (tasks, schedules, status) is accurate and up to date in PMO tools
Tracks milestone progress and ensures deliverables are completed on time
Identifies potential delays and escalates risks impacting milestone delivery
Supports root cause identification for missed milestones and contributes to corrective actions